Helpful Advice

How Much Does it Cost to Have a Baby?

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:44:39 GMT

Money concerns come up for many women facing an unexpected pregnancy. It’s understandable to wonder how you would afford medical care, baby supplies, childcare, and everything else that may come next.

My Girlfriend is Pregnant, Now What?

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:36:32 GMT

You weren’t expecting this, but now you know. She’s pregnant. In a moment like this, it can feel like you don’t have much control. But you do have influence. The way you respond, support her, and show up right now matters more than you may realize.

Abortion Pill Online: What’s Legal, Safe, and Often Left Out

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:32:08 GMT

Access to abortion can feel confusing, especially when abortion laws vary by state and abortion pills are available online. For many people, ordering abortion medication online may seem private, fast, and simple during an already overwhelming moment.

How Much Does an Abortion Cost?

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:28:03 GMT

Considering abortion can bring up a lot of questions, including cost. The price can vary depending on the type of abortion, how far along the pregnancy is, where you receive care, and whether travel is involved. Need support now? Text us for free at (208) 203-8322.

Does Abortion Hurt?

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:19:08 GMT

When it comes to abortion, it can be hard to sort through everything you hear online. If you’re wondering, “Do abortions hurt?” that’s a real and understandable question. The answer can vary depending on the type of abortion, how far along the pregnancy is, your pain tolerance, and how your body responds

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Sexual Health

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:12:00 GMT

Sexually Transmitted Infections and Your Body

Any time a person has sexual contact with a partner, there is a chance of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Condoms and other barrier methods may help reduce the risk of contracting an STI, but these methods are only risk reduction, not risk elimination. Many STIs show no signs or symptoms. Therefore, it is important to be tested regularly. How regularly you should be tested depends on your sexual behaviors and other risk factors.

Could I Have an STI?

If a person is sexually active, they are at risk for a sexually transmitted infection. If you have had sex but have no signs or symptoms, you could still have an STI and you can still transmit it to your partner(s). Some STIs are curable if they are caught early and have no long-term effects. But if left untreated, many STIs can cause damage which can be permanent. This is one reason why testing and early detection is important.

How Do I Prevent an STI?

If you are engaging in any type of sexual activity, you are at risk for a sexually transmitted disease. Condoms and other barrier methods are risk reduction, not risk elimination. Abstinence is the only way to ensure you don’t contract an STI. This means not engaging in vaginal, oral, or anal sex.

What If I Tested Positive for an STI?

Some STIs are curable with medications or other treatment methods. Talk to a medical professional and begin a treatment plan. Do not engage in any type of sexual activity until cleared by your doctor to make sure you do not pass an STI to your partner(s). There is help, hope, and healing available after an STI. Call us today to talk with a peer consultant confidentially, without shame or judgment.

Who Should Be Tested for a Sexually Transmitted Infection?

Anyone, regardless of age, who has engaged in any type of sexual activity with a partner(s) should be tested.

Is It Possible My Partner Lied to Me About Having an STI?

People are not always open about their STI status or sexual history. Getting to know your partner before engaging in sexual activity does not guarantee they have shared all of their sexual health history with you. You are at risk any time you engage in sexual activity with an infected partner(s).

My Partner Told Me They Have an STI. Should I Be Tested?

If you have engaged in any type of sexual activity with someone who is infected with an STI, you should stop all sexual contact and seek testing immediately.

What should I do next?

It is estimated that about 20 percent of the United States population – approximately one in five people in the U.S. – has an STI. We are here to offer help and hope. At our center, we can offer you or refer you for STI testing in your area and give you guidance and support no matter your test result. Getting tested for STIs is easy and harmless.

References

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024, April 9). How to prevent STIs. https://www.cdc.gov/sti/prevention/index.html

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024, March 25). About sexually transmitted infections (STIs). https://www.cdc.gov/sti/about/index.html

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2021). Sexually transmitted infections treatment guidelines, 2021. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report: Recommendations and Reports, 70(4), 1-190. https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/STI-Guidelines-2021.pdf

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2025, January 31). Getting tested for STIs. https://www.cdc.gov/sti/testing

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024, April 3). Sexually transmitted infections prevalence, incidence, and cost estimates in the United States. https://www.cdc.gov/sti/php/communication-resources/prevalence-incidence-and-cost-estimates.html

Cleveland Clinic. (2023, February 3). Sexually transmitted infections. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9138-sexually-transmitted-diseases--infections-stds--stis

Cleveland Clinic. (n.d.). Sexually transmitted infections. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/sexually-transmitted-infections-treatment

Mayo Clinic. (2023, April 14). Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sexually-transmitted-diseases-stds/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351246

Mayo Clinic. (2022, May 5). Sexually transmitted disease (STD) symptoms. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sexually-transmitted-diseases-stds/in-depth/std-symptoms/art-20047081

Mayo Clinic. (2023, April 14). STD testing: What’s right for you?. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sexually-transmitted-diseases-stds/in-depth/std-testing/art-20046019

Support After Your Abortion

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:09:44 GMT

Life After Abortion

Every person’s experience with abortion and the grief that might accompany it is unique. Some people feel emotions immediately, and others may not for months or years later. Still, others may feel nothing at all. We are here to help you regardless of your situation.

Pregnancy

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:07:31 GMT

Could I Be Pregnant?

You might feel excited about the possibility of pregnancy, but you may also be feeling stressed, anxious, confused, or scared.

Emergency Contraception

Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:05:28 GMT

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