Pregnancy Tests & Ultrasound
All Services are FREE and Confidential
Pregnancy Tests
If you think you might be pregnant, schedule an appointment to know for sure. We offer free lab-quality pregnancy tests. We understand you likely have many questions, and we want to put you at ease. Scroll through the questions below to find the answers you need.
How Does A Pregnancy Test Work?
During your appointment, we collect a small sample of urine to use for the test. A urine pregnancy test detects the presence of hCG, a hormone associated with pregnancy. If the test detects hCG, that means you are pregnant.
Even if you’ve already taken a home pregnancy test, it’s important to confirm your results with St. Gerard’s for accuracy and support.
What Are Pregnancy Symptoms?
Although every women’s body is different, there are some universal pregnancy symptoms that you may begin to experience.
Early Symptoms:
- Nausea with or without vomitting
- Tender, swollen breasts
- Increased Urination
- Fatigue
- Light Spotting
- Bloating
- Cramping
- Food Aversions
My Test is Positive, Now What?
If your test is positive, we recommend scheduling a free ultrasound appointment with us. Once we have definitively confirmed your pregnancy, we can discuss all of your options.
Remember, you are not alone in this journey. We are here for you every step of the way.
Hope is the only thing that is stronger than fear!
Ulstrasounds
Now that you’ve received a positive pregnancy test, it’s essential to schedule a free ultrasound appointment with us. Our limited obstetric ultrasounds help determine the viability of your pregnancy and how far along you are. We have outlined some common questions about ultrasounds to provide you with more information.
What is an Ultrasound?
An ultrasound, also known as a sonogram, is a prenatal test for pregnant women. It uses sound waves to create a picture of your baby in the womb (uterus).
We encourage you to schedule an early ultrasound before 14 weeks of pregnancy.
Why Do I Need an Ultrasound?
An ultrasound will provide you important imformation about your body, health and pregnancy
Reasons Why:
- To confirm you’re pregnant
- To check the baby’s age & growth. This helps determine your due date
- To check the baby’s heartbeat and overall development
- To check if you’re pregnant with multiples
I Had an Ultrasound, Now What?
If you are unsure of what to do after your pregnancy is confirmed, we encourage you to sit down with us to discuss your options.
It is important to know the St. Gerard’s Center For Life does not provide abortions or contraceptives, nor do we refer for these services.
However, we want to ensure that you are well-informed about all of your options. We will discuss abortion, adoption, and parenting, and provide you with resources to help you make this decision.