If you think you are pregnant or have taken an at-home pregnancy test with a positive result, you may be considering your options–including abortion.

But the most important thing to remember is your health and future. Any medical procedure, including abortion, carries the risk of complications or side effects, so it’s crucial that you get the best care from a trusted medical clinic.

Finding the Right Clinic for You

Finding a health clinic that prioritizes your health and safety is important in getting the proper care for your unplanned pregnancy.

The first step is to confirm that a clinic is licensed and insured in your state. You should also do an online search for reviews of the health clinic. Other women’s comments about the medical care they received and the way they were treated at a particular clinic will provide you with an idea of how they treat patients.

You can also Google the clinic’s name to see if they’ve had any negative news stories about them, if they have a high rate of 911 calls from their clinic, or have been involved in malpractice suits–all indications that the clinic might have sub-standard procedures and care.

It’s also important to understand that some clinics make more money depending on the type of procedure you end up getting. As a result, they may pressure you to make a decision in favor of a medical procedure that benefits them financially.

What to Watch for When Choosing a Clinic

One indicator of a clinic trying to push you into a decision is whether they attempt to prescribe the abortion pill without recommending an ultrasound first. An ultrasound is an important part of determining the age of your pregnancy. 

Knowing the age of your pregnancy determines whether or not a medical abortion, also known as “the pill,” is right for you. If your pregnancy is past 10 weeks then a medical abortion will not only be ineffective but could also cause risks to your health–such as an incomplete abortion, which would require a follow-up surgical abortion. 

Another indication of whether a clinic is valuing your health over its profit is to ask what they look for when they run an ultrasound test. 

In addition to determining the age of your pregnancy, an ultrasound is an important test in determining the location and viability of your pregnancy. In some cases, the pregnancy may not be located in your uterus but in your fallopian tubes. This is known as ectopic pregnancy and is a serious medical condition that requires immediate medical intervention to protect your health. 

If the medical clinic does not scan for these things then it can be an indication that they are not prioritizing your health.

Getting the Care and Answers You Deserve

At New Life Clinic your appointment starts with a free, lab-quality pregnancy test, which can confirm whether you are indeed pregnant. If you are pregnant, we offer a follow-up ultrasound at no cost to you. 

Because our services are provided free of charge, you can rest assured that our focus is on your health, not financial profit. That means from pregnancy tests to ultrasound screening for age and viability to consultation with our medical staff, our goal is to get you the information you need to make the best decision for your health.

It’s your body and your future, so you deserve to get the very best information about your pregnancy and what options are available to you. 

Contact us today at New Life Clinic to schedule your free appointment and start getting the answers you need.