Considering Abortion? Key Steps to Make an Informed Decision
What to Expect When You Take the Abortion Pill
Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel like a lot to handle. You might be considering the abortion pill as an option, and it’s important to know what’s involved. This medical process has risks and side effects you should understand before deciding. Below, we explain...
Different Types of Abortion: Procedures, Risks, and Side Effects
If you’ve just discovered you’re pregnant and it’s not what you planned, you’re probably researching your options. If you’re feeling conflicted about an abortion decision, it’s important to understand the types of abortion procedures, when they can be performed, and...
Is At-Home Abortion Safe?
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, you’ve likely heard the term “at-home abortion”. You may be wondering if it’s the right choice for you. It’s crucial to get all the facts, so you can make a fully informed decision. In this blog, we’ll explore at-home...
Why You Need an Ultrasound Before Abortion in Iowa
An unexpected pregnancy can bring up overwhelming feelings, and we know how difficult it may seem. Here at Bridgehaven, we provide a safe place to process your feelings and get the facts about your pregnancy decision. In this article, we’re exploring ...
Chemical Pregnancy: Symptoms, Causes, and Healing
A chemical pregnancy can leave you with a lot of questions and emotions. What causes it? Did I miss the signs and symptoms? Can I get pregnant again after a chemical pregnancy? You don’t have to process your thoughts and feelings on your own. is here to...
7 Reasons You’re Spotting After a Positive Pregnancy Test
Early pregnancy can be a stressful and confusing time. Your body is starting to change and you’re experiencing new symptoms every day. The one thing you least expect is spotting, especially after a positive pregnancy test. We get it—it’s easy to panic when you first...
Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
An ectopic pregnancy can feel frightening. If this is your first pregnancy experience, you likely have a lot of questions racing through your mind. What are my treatment options? Am I going to be ok? Can the fetus survive an ectopic pregnancy? At , our...
Plan B: How it Works, Side Effects, and More
Even if you’re using protection, there’s always a chance that you could get pregnant. Perhaps you’ve turned to Plan B to avoid an unplanned pregnancy. But, what happens if Plan B fails? It’s crucial to understand your pregnancy options so you can plan your next steps!...
How Much Does the Abortion Pill Cost?
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, you’ve probably got a lot of questions about how much the abortion pill costs. Does insurance cover the abortion pill? If not, what is the out-of-pocket cost? There are a lot of numbers to crunch and countless thoughts and...
Abortion Pill Frequently Asked Questions
An unplanned pregnancy can rip the rug out from under you. At a time like this, it’s crucial to get all the facts to protect your health! Today, we’re exploring the abortion pill, so you can make an informed decision for your unplanned pregnancy! Keep reading to learn...
How Does Abortion Affect Relationships?
An unplanned pregnancy can put a lot of strain on your relationship. You and your partner may disagree on the ideal solution. Perhaps you’ve considered abortion, and are wondering how it could affect your relationship. Abortion is a significant decision that can leave...
April Take Courage Retreat
At the end of April 2023 our Client Advocacy team, trained volunteers, and Pastor Matt Magee, of Oak Grove Church – Cedar Rapids, facilitated a weekend retreat for post-abortive women and men. Pastor Magee thoughtfully shares the goal of the retreat, importance of this time, curriculum utilized, and outcomes witnessed.
How does the Abortion Pill Work?
If you are considering the abortion pill (Mifepristone and Misoprostol) or chemical abortion, it is important to educate yourself on the facts.
Meet the Family: Sara Atour
Sara Atour is a client, “Mommies can Graduate” scholarship awardee, and now intern at Bridgehaven. She is in her final semester at Kirkwood Community College and will graduate with an associate degree in human services. She shares, “The reason I chose Human Services as my career path is because I love helping people and improving the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. I like to help people and find suitable resources for their needs by providing support and personal assistance.”
Sara speaks three languages, loves God’s Word, and is incredibly gifted in interpersonal care. We are thrilled to be hosting her for her field experience, and to see her career blossom.
My Journey to Healing after an Abortion
After attending Bridgehaven’s Take Courage retreat, one woman recounts her healing journey after abortion through recounting her trauma, journey to trust, and vulnerability.
Sexually Transmitted Infections: Causes and Treatment
Often the terms Sexually Transmitted Infection and Sexually Transmitted Disease are used interchangeably. But there are key differences. Learn about the causes and treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections, why it matters, and where to receive care.
What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?
An ectopic pregnancy is located outside the uterus. When this type of pregnancy occurs, it can be scary, life-threatening, and eventually very painful. That’s why safety measures are in place to help protect your health and safety. To confirm you do not have an...
What Is an Ultrasound?
An ultrasound is a device used for imaging and giving medical professionals visuals of different body tissues; it has been around for over 60 years and is a gold standard for imaging during pregnancy. Ultrasound imaging is considered a safe and effective method for...
How Do Pregnancy Tests Work?
Pregnancy tests are sensitive to a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin or hCG. This hormone is produced rapidly at the beginning of pregnancy and may be found in blood and urine. When enough of this hormone has built up, a pregnancy test will indicate a...
Top 5 Pregnancy Symptoms
Missed period Frequent Urination Fatigue Nausea or food aversions Breast/nipple sensitivity What Should I Expect? Pregnancy symptoms can sometimes mimic symptoms of other conditions. For this reason, it’s important to see a trusted provider or pregnancy center to...
What Is the Difference Between a Blood and Urine Pregnancy Test?
What Exactly is a Pregnancy Test? A pregnancy test looks for a hormone that becomes activated when conception takes place. This hormone is called human chorionic gonadotropin or hCG. When taking any pregnancy test, hCG is either detected or not detected. When the...
When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?
If you’re currently experiencing common symptoms of early pregnancy, it’s a good idea to start thinking about taking a pregnancy test. However, as tempting as it may be to take it right away, you may want to wait a few days to get the most accurate results. How Do...
3 Things to Know if You’re Considering Mail-Order Abortion
Medication abortions (also known as the abortion pill) account for about half of the abortions performed in the US, and a large reason is due to the convenience and privacy this option gives. Now that the FDA has approved for the abortion pill to be prescribed without...
What makes a safe person? 5 questions to ask about your relationship
My husband is unlike any of my past relationship partners, which is a good thing. If you look at my dating record, it is filled with questionable and downright dangerous choices in men. You’d think I was looking for trouble. And if I’m honest, I was. I thought...
What’s the Difference Between the Abortion Pill and Plan B?
Whether you’re feeling anxious about a slipped condom or overwhelmed by a positive home pregnancy test, you may be considering taking Plan B or the abortion pill. It's important to understand that Plan B and the abortion pill are different drugs. Plan B is emergency...
What is Abortion Recovery?
You took a home pregnancy test. As you saw the two lines indicating a positive test result, you may have been filled with an incredible mix of emotions. Maybe even the ones which made you fearful and wanting to find a way out, a quick fix. This wasn’t in the plan. Out...
What is the Abortion Pill?
Almost half of the pregnancies in the US are unplanned, so if you find yourself dealing with an unexpected pregnancy, you are definitely not alone in your situation. Perhaps you are a student living at home, or you’re not sure how your partner will respond to the...
What is Prenatal Class?
You weren’t expecting that line to turn pink. Maybe you never wanted to be pregnant or thought it would be further down the road for you. At Bridgehaven, we want you to know that no matter your circumstances, we are here to walk alongside you through your pregnancy...
What’s Right for Me: Parenting, Adoption, or Abortion?
In today’s world, you have choices for an unplanned pregnancy. For most people, that sounds quick, simple, and logical. But to those facing an unplanned pregnancy, it lacks compassion, hope, and help. Bridgehaven understands the weight of these choices and is prepared...
What Are the Different Types of Abortion?
I Think I Might be Pregnant. Now what… An unplanned pregnancy can catch you off guard. However, all good stories have many ups and downs, and this unplanned pregnancy might have you at a crossroads, offering you a choice in how you write or rewrite your story. With...
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