A pregnancy can become a crisis when it is complicated by:

• School or career pressures
• Family tension
• Broken relationships
• Financial needs
• Health concerns

You need a pregnancy test. A free test at First Place OPTIONS can provide you with an accurate result- now! Our tests can detect pregnancy 10-14 days after conception and are 99% accurate. When you come in for your test, you will also meet a peer counsellor trained and experienced in pregnancy-related concerns.

Please note that the counsellors at First Place OPTIONS are not medical professionals and will recommend that you confirm the results given at First Place OPTIONS with a medical professional. Your counsellor can also give you the time you need to discuss your individual situation and explore all your options.

Talk to someone you trust. Although you may feel alone and helpless in your pregnancy, there is support.  At First Place OPTIONS the counsellors care and are trained to help. They can help you explore all the options available to you and prepare you to discuss your pregnancy with your parents.

You may be pleased at the support your parents and friends will give you. They may express anger or disappointment at first, but give them a chance to support you.

You can acquire information concerning the development of your child at First Place OPTIONS. You can also learn about how pregnancy will affect you. Referrals for appropriate care throughout your pregnancy will be provided:

• Doulas
• Midwives
• Ob/Gyn
• Prenatal

First Place OPTIONS can help you connect with income support programs and offer referrals for housing and other resources you may need. Our services are offered free of charge.

Your counsellor will help you look at all your options: parenting, adoption and abortion. We believe that information on all options will help you make a choice that is best for you.

An unexpected pregnancy does not mean you have to drop out of school. Our peer counsellors can explore with you, how you can continue your education.

Your girlfriend needs someone to talk to. We can give you the facts you need to know. Don’t pressure her. You can bring her in for a free and confidential pregnancy test. You both need someone to talk to.

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