FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions
All the services First Place offers are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. We hope that you are able to find the answers to your questions about pregnancy tests, pregnancy options, and post abortion grief counselling. First Place OPTIONS is not a medical facility and does not make medical referrals. We provide a safe, non-judgemental place for you to take the time to explore your options or work through your feelings.
If you need further information or would like to speak to us about a concern, please contact us.
If I had sex last night and I take a pregnancy test, would I be able to find out if I am pregnant?
My period is late and I'm pretty sure the condom broke during sex. I guess that means I'm pregnant?
I'm taking birth control pills but missed a few last month, could I be pregnant?
I did a pregnancy test at home and it was negative. Does that mean that I am definitely NOT pregnant?
I just found out that I'm pregnant, do I have options?
Yes you do! Making a decision about an unplanned pregnancy can be difficult if you are not sure of your options. Knowing information about all your options: parenting, adoption, and abortion allows you to make an informed decision. At First Place OPTIONS, we can offer a safe, non-judgemental atmosphere for you to share your own unique set of circumstances and your concerns about your options, allowing you to gather information so that you can make an informed decision. All of our services are free and confidential. Contact us to make an appointment
If I make an appointment with First Place OPTIONS for a pregnancy test or decision aid, can my boyfriend, partner, or support person come with me?
The people that I have told I am pregnant are putting a lot of pressure on me to make the decision that is right for them. How do I figure out what is the right choice for me?
This is your choice, and in the end, it is important that it is you that makes it. Making a decision about an unplanned pregnancy can be difficult if you are not sure of your options. Knowing information about all your options: parenting, adoption, and abortion allows you to make an informed decision. It is important to remember that your opinion just might be different from the opinion of those that care about you the most. Make sure your decisions in life are yours in the end. Seek out as much information as you can before you make your final decision. Get the facts so you can make a real choice, your choice. At First Place OPTIONS, we can offer a safe, non-judgemental atmosphere for you to share your own unique set of circumstances and your concerns about your options, allowing you to gather information so that you can make an informed decision.
What if I need some support throughout my pregnancy or during my first year of parenting?
Does it matter how long ago my abortion was to start counselling?
Whether your abortion was last week or 30 years ago, every person and every loss is unique from the mental, emotional, and physical effects to the duration of the bereavement. There is no time frame for when you should begin your healing journey. The purpose of our post abortion grief counselling program is to help you heal and enable you to cope with the decision you made. If you are on our site because you are struggling with grief, now is the time to contact us and start your journey.