Birth control isn’t perfect, and even when used correctly, it can sometimes fail. If you’re worried about a possible pregnancy, it’s natural to feel anxious or uncertain about what to do. Take a deep breath; you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.
At Cleburne Pregnancy Center, we provide free and confidential services to help you understand your situation and explore every option in a calm, supportive setting. Schedule your appointment today to get clear answers.
Check for Early Signs and Take a Test
If your period is late or you’re noticing changes like breast tenderness, fatigue, nausea, or unusual mood swings, these could be early signs of pregnancy. However, symptoms alone aren’t enough to know for sure.
The Mayo Clinic recommends taking a pregnancy test at least a day or two after your missed period for the most accurate result. This allows the pregnancy hormone, hCG, to reach a level that a test can detect.
Even if you’ve already taken a home test, a medical-grade test at our center provides added accuracy and a private place to ask questions about next steps.
Learn the Full Picture with an Ultrasound
If you receive a positive test, you should know it doesn’t tell you everything. Only an ultrasound can confirm whether the pregnancy is progressing, where it is located, and how far along you may be.
This information is essential for protecting your health and understanding which options are available to you. It can also detect certain conditions, like ectopic pregnancy, that require immediate medical treatment.
Exploring Your Options
If pregnancy is confirmed, you have three paths to consider: abortion, adoption, or parenting. Each carries different responsibilities and emotional impacts.
Abortion is a serious decision with potential risks and side effects that should be carefully reviewed. There are a number of reasons which may lead a woman to consider this option. Regardless of the circumstances, you owe it to yourself to make this decision with all of the information available and to talk it through with someone who will listen and care for you. Abortion is legally prohibited in Texas except in cases of life endangerment.
If you want to continue the pregnancy, you have two options, each with distinct outcomes. Adoption allows you to plan a future for your child while continuing with your own life plans. Resources, material support, and more are available for this option. As the birth mother, you would be in control, choosing the adoptive family, selecting the plan that suits your preferences best, and more.
On the other hand, parenting involves raising your child and nurturing their interests. Although it can feel daunting, many resources and community programs exist to provide support. It can also be a deeply rewarding choice as you watch your child grow and develop. With parenting, there is no need to give up on your educational and career goals. Parenting a child often helps provide that extra measure of motivation to help mothers reach their goals, and there are numerous programs to help with this.
Cleburne Pregnancy Center offers accurate information and a non-judgmental space to discuss these options so you can make an informed decision that fits your life.
We’re Here for You
Facing a possible pregnancy after birth control failure can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Schedule your free and confidential appointment with Cleburne Pregnancy Center today to receive information and as you decide your next step.
Cleburne Pregnancy Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
Note: Abortion is currently illegal in Texas except in cases of life endangerment, but women cannot be held criminally or civilly liable for seeking one.