Written by Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) Nurse Andrea, RN, BSN Trichomoniasis (aka “Trich”) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Most people do not experience any symptoms. It is the most common and most curable STI, but is more common in women than men, and older […]
At-home abortion. Self-managed abortion. These statements make it sound easy, safe. Who wouldn’t want to be in the privacy of their own home instead of a sterile clinic? However, as with any abortion, the abortion pill has risks and side effects that you should be aware of before making a decision to end your pregnancy at home. Before taking the abortion pill: It […]
There are many myths and facts surrounding what a pregnancy resource center like Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) does – or doesn’t do. The best way to understand our call and what we do every day is to confront these facts head-on, with straight-forward answers. Myth: Pregnancy resource centers are only interested in “saving […]
“I think I have a sexually transmitted infection, should I ask the internet, or my doctor?” Feeling like you have an STI, a sexually transmitted infection (often referred to as an STD), can be a scary thing. Maybe you have a partner that you’re not sure has been faithful to you, or you’re feeling symptoms […]
As a client advocate helping navigate unplanned pregnancies, one of the most common phrases I’ve heard in the counseling room is, “We’re just not ready.” So often, couples want to be more settled and financially stable before thinking about kids. Or they want to be married first, or maybe finish school before starting a family. […]
“I can’t have this baby…because it’s not the right time!” As I meet with women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy, I hear this often. Some tell me they might want kids in the future, but now is not the right time. I start by encouraging her to slow down and think about her options. […]
