How Pregnant Women and New Mothers Succeed on Campus

Attending college when you are pregnant or parenting can initially be a very daunting experience.  Unfortunately, not all colleges and universities offer support services for pregnant and parenting students.   RealOptions on the other hand has made it a point to become a beacon of hope and light for those students who have made the decision to continue their education despite … Continued

Am I Pregnant

The most obvious sign of being pregnant is missing your period. But there are other signs according to Sandra Rowe, Nurse Manager at the Union City RealOptions Medical Clinic. “These signs include sore breasts, nausea, vomiting, and frequent urination,” said Rowe. “Some women will also have a sensitivity to odors and/or increased saliva.” For many women, the first option is … Continued

Perfectly Practical

There is more to women’s health clinics than medical services.  RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics offers pregnancy testing, STD testing and treatment, ultrasound imaging, and prenatal care but they offer so much more including support before, during, and after a patient’s baby is born. “We offer solutions,” said Nelly Khayat,  Patient Services Manager at RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics in San Jose.  … Continued

From Crisis To Confidence

From Crisis To Confidence. When a woman faces an unexpected pregnancy it can be frightening.  You may feel overwhelmed which is perfectly normal. RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics are here to help you every step of the way. “At the beginning, many of our patients are scared,” said Christine Kulle, a Nurse Practitioner and Certified Midwife at RealOptions.  “By the end … Continued

Wondering if You’re Pregnant

Are you wondering if you’re pregnant? The most obvious sign and the one most wait for, is a missed period. However there are many changes in your body that occur before that point. Of course, the sure way to tell if you’re pregnant is through a pregnancy test. Nonetheless, you can review the following symptoms and get an idea whether … Continued

Three things you need to know if you think you might be pregnant

If you think you might be pregnant, there are three medical issues that are very important for you to know about before you decide what to do next: 1. You need to find out if your pregnancy is viable. About 20% of pregnancies are not viable (1). This means something didn’t go exactly right and the pregnancy will likely end … Continued

She’s Pregnant, Now What

She’s Pregnant, Now What You just found out your girlfriend is pregnant. You probably have many questions and concerns. An unintended pregnancy involves challenging decisions that affect you and those close to you for the rest of your life. She is weighing her options. What is your part? You have five basic choices: Parent the child with your partner Help … Continued