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The Journey of Pregnancy: A Month-by-Month Breakdown
Pregnancy is an incredible and transformative experience filled with numerous changes and milestones. Understanding what to expect during each month can help expectant mothers navigate their pregnancy journey with greater confidence and awareness. In this blog, we will provide a comprehensive breakdown of what to expect throughout each month of pregnancy.
Driving While Pregnant
Pregnancy often brings up many questions and uncertainties, especially when it comes to daily activities like driving. While driving during pregnancy is generally safe, there are certain precautions that expecting mothers should keep in mind.
The Benefits of Tummy Time & When to Start
Placing your baby on their stomach serves as a “workout” for your newborn, giving them practice using their muscles. Read on to learn more about tummy time.
Postpartum Care: The Fourth Trimester
The weeks following birth are a critical period for a woman and her infant, setting the stage for long-term health and well-being for both.
Your Guide to Pregnancy Ultrasound: What to Expect and Key Insights
If you think you may be pregnant, and you're curious about what to expect during an ultrasound, you've come to the right place. In this blog, we'll walk you through the process and shed light on the incredible information ultrasound scans can provide.
2023 Abortion Law Changes in Minnesota
Now, more than ever, it’s vital for women to seek knowledge and information, and to ask questions before seeking abortion care in Minnesota as their basic healthcare protections (informed consent, 24-hour wait period, physician-only, and hospital care) have been removed.
10 Ways You Can Raise Awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Support Survivors of Sexual Assault
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time to raise awareness about sexual assault and show support for survivors. Sexual assault can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, or sexual orientation, and it is important to raise awareness and educate others about this issue. Here are ten ways you can raise awareness for SAAM and support survivors of sexual assault:
Sexual Health and Wellness
Sexual health is about well-being, not just the absence of disease. At Options Mankato, we take a holistic approach to personal, relational, and sexual wellness. Read on for 5 suggestions to promote sexual health and wellness.
Pregnancy Testing
What are pregnancy tests and how do they work? What does it mean for me if I have a positive test? In this blog, we answer these questions and more with accurate, credible information. Get informed!
What is the Abortion Pill?
Although “abortion pill” is the popular name given to this procedure by abortion clinics, it is not one pill, and it is a much more involved process than you might think. The “abortion pill” is a medication abortion, and it’s important you understand what it is and the potential risks before you take it.
What is Abortion?
Abortion is a medical procedure to end a pregnancy. You owe it to yourself to get complete and accurate medical information. There are two types of abortions, a medical abortion and a surgical abortion. If you’re considering an abortion, you have a legal right to be fully informed before making any decision.
Is Abortion Legal in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, abortion is legal and protected by the Minnesota State Constitution, but what does this mean for you? If you think you may be pregnant, you have a right to know all your options regarding pregnancy and abortion before making a decision.