QUESTIONS

Q. How much do you charge for a pregnancy test?
A. All of our services are free of charge.

Q. Do you do abortions?
A. We do not do abortions. We offer a free, self administered urine-based pregnancy test. We are in the planning stages of making pregnancy confirmation available through the use of sonograms. By providing accurate information and caring, confidential support, we are able to help women and men who are struggling with difficult decisions.

Q. Can anyone make me have an abortion?
A. No, It is against the law for anyone to force you to have an abortion. Not even a husband or parent can require you to undergo an abortion against your will, even if you are a minor (under 18 years old). Our center exists to help you in any circumstance.

Q. Do you provide blood tests?
A. No, the pregnancy test we offer is a urine-based test.

Q. How soon can I tell if I am pregnant?
A. Pregnancy can be detected through a urine sample as early as 8-10 days after conception.

Q. What are some of the indications that I might be pregnant?
A. The most common indication is a missed period. There are a number of other symptoms that vary among women. If you have missed a period you can make an appointment and come to Grace Place for a free self administered pregnancy test.

Q. Does Grace Place do prenatal care?
A. We do not provide prenatal care but we have a network of referrals that will provide you with sources for necessary medical care.

Q. Can you do a sonogram for me?
A. A complimentary sonogram may be available for those who medically qualify and have a positive pregnancy test while at Grace Place.

Q. When does it become a baby?
A. We realize that this is a question under much debate. Grace Place's philosophy is that life begins at conception. Science teaches us that the heart is beating at approximately 18 days and that the baby is fully developed by 10-11 weeks and just needs time to grow and mature, so it can survive outside the womb. We believe that given accurate information, each client is able to make a good choice.(The addition of free sonogram services will help clients even more.)

Q. Can I get the 'morning after' pill from Grace Place?
A. We do not have any medications available at the pregnancy centers.

Q. Is it possible to still have my period if I am pregnant?
A. It is possible for you to have a totally normal period and still be pregnant.

Q. Does Grace Place do testing for STD's?
A. No, we currently do not do STD testing. We can make the appropriate referral for STD/HIV testing.

Q. Will you tell my parents that I came to Grace Place?
A. No, we maintain strict confidentiality to the fullest extent allowable by law in the State of Alabama.