Pregnancy

Home / Blog / Pregnancy

More Articles

Genuine Connection

Pregnancy is an unfamiliar place for many. It is a wonderous experience but can also be intimidating and confusing. There are so many changes to navigate that will likely bring questions. This is a normal part of this new season of life.  As you approach these questions, your first response may be to turn to […]

Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy? Here’s Your First Step

I was 19 years old when I took my first pregnancy test. Scared, I looked down through teary eyes and saw two pink lines staring back at me. That moment changed everything. Those two pink lines did not just mean a positive pregnancy test. They meant that my familiar life had just become unrecognizable. They […]

Will You Accept the Invitation?

I’m not a New Year’s Resolution kind of girl, but I am a believer that with the new year, there comes possibility, opportunity, and newness. Maybe you and I are the same in that way. Maybe each January you, like me, grab a piece of white paper and a freshly sharpened pencil and write down […]

10 Ways to Avoid Complications During Pregnancy

Disclaimer: This article was submitted by a third-party resource. You can view the original article on their website here: Have a Well-Informed Pregnancy: 10 Ways to Avoid Complications During Pregnancy. Women who are pregnant deserve quality care and non-judgmental support throughout all three trimesters. They should also care for themselves mentally and physically to promote […]

What are the Risks of the Abortion Pill?

Just as with surgical abortions, the use of the abortion pill can result in complications. Before making the decision to use the abortion pill, it’s best to speak with someone who is not going to judge you but who will do their best to get you the information you need to be safe. About the […]

Align Clients Ryan and Sam Share Their Story

Ryan and Sam each had “a past” by the time they met each other. They wanted to leave those days behind and begin new, better lives. When they found out they were pregnant, they were surprised but excited. This was a chance for a new start. Their experience at Align was life-changing for them and their […]

Abortion Pill Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Abortion Pill? The abortion pill (also referred to as a medical abortion) is a two-step process to terminate a pregnancy. It must be prescribed by a doctor and administered within 11 weeks after the first day of your last period. The first pill blocks the body’s nutrient supply to the fetus. The […]

Will My Baby and I Ever Bond?

Support for new moms from an Align staffer How long does it take for your baby to bond with you? What is bonding like? “Bonding” with a newborn means that the mother develops feelings of unconditional love for her child. Generally, moms bond naturally with their newborn babies. If that hasn’t been your experience so […]

Is A Miscarriage the Same as an Abortion?

Pregnancy loss is a difficult and traumatic experience. There are physical, emotional, and mental side effects that a woman may face after losing her baby. Recent statistics tell us that 10-20% of pregnancies may end with a miscarriage, which is the spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week.1 On the other hand, an abortion is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy.2 They are […]

Am I Ready To Be A Parent?

Upon learning of a positive pregnancy test, many first-time parents find themselves asking, “What if I’m not ready?” But a better question to ask is, “How do I get ready to be a parent?” Stepping into parenthood is life changing. It comes with many challenges as well as many rewards. There are sacrifices that will be made, and many […]

Our Locations

Align Pregnancy Services is here to help. We have locations throughout Lancaster and Lebanon Counties.