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Finding out that you might be pregnant can be a very scary and overwhelming experience for some. Please reach out to UCC at (585) 275-3113 if you are in need of mental health support. <\/strong>Explore below for information on:<\/strong><\/p>","description":"","background_color":"#FFFFFF","width":"width-large","columns":"3","cards":[{"card_title":"

Early Signs of Pregnancy<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#EarlySignsofPregnancy","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Pregnancy Testing at UHS<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#PregnancyTestingatUHS","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Where to buy an at-home pregnancy test off campus<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#Wheretobuy","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Next steps if your test is positive<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#Nextstepsifyourtestispositive","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Choosing an Ob-Gyn or Midwife<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#ChoosinganOb-GynorMidwife","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Abortion<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#Abortion","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Community Resources<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#CommunityResources","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
A Word of Caution<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#AWordofCaution","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"
Leave of Absence<\/h5>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#f4f4f4","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#LeaveofAbsence","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"","css_class":"mt-0 pt-10 mb-0 pb-0","title":"","content":"","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","anchor_id":"EarlySignsofPregnancy","classes":"","title":"
Early Signs of Pregnancy<\/h5>","description":"You may experience\u00a0early signs of pregnancy<\/a>\u00a0as early as a week after conception. Some\u00a0include:","layout":"left","width":"width-large","background_color":"#FFFFFF","style":"row_simple","row_bg_color":"","row_text_color":"#252525","row_bg_color_hover":"#252525","row_text_color_hover":"","row_border_color":"#252525","row_border_weight":"normal-border","animation":"slide","icon":"chevron-icon","icon_location":"right-icon","accordions":[{"title":"Missed period<\/strong>","row_content":"If you\u2019re in your childbearing years and a week or more has passed without the start of an expected menstrual cycle, you might be pregnant. However, this symptom can be misleading if you have an irregular menstrual cycle.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Tender, swollen breasts<\/strong>","row_content":"Early in pregnancy hormonal changes might make your breasts sensitive and sore. The discomfort will likely decrease after a few weeks as your body adjusts to hormonal changes.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Nausea with or without vomiting<\/strong>","row_content":"Morning sickness, which can strike at any time of the day or night, often begins one month after you become pregnant. However, some women feel nausea earlier and some never experience it. While the cause of nausea during pregnancy isn\u2019t clear, pregnancy hormones likely play a role.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Increased urination<\/strong>","row_content":"You might find yourself urinating more often than usual. The amount of blood in your body increases during pregnancy, causing your kidneys to process extra fluid that ends up in your bladder.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Fatigue<\/strong>","row_content":"Fatigue also ranks high among early symptoms of pregnancy. During early pregnancy, levels of the hormone progesterone soar \u2014 which might make you feel sleepy.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Bloating<\/strong>","row_content":"Hormonal changes during early pregnancy can cause you to feel bloated, similar to how you might feel at the start of a menstrual period.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Light spotting<\/strong>","row_content":"Sometimes a small amount of light spotting is one of the first signs of pregnancy. Known as implantation bleeding, it happens when the fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus \u2014 about 10 to 14 days after conception. Implantation bleeding occurs around the time of a menstrual period. However, not all pregnant individuals have it.","accordion_anchor":""},{"title":"Mood Swings<\/strong>","row_content":"Some may experience elevated highs and lows, and others alternate between states of happiness and depression or anxiety. Mood swings are normal; but, if you\u2019re struggling with depression or extended periods of sadness, please contact your healthcare provider. Some pregnant individuals prefer to go directly to a counselor or mental health professional.","accordion_anchor":""}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"","css_class":"mt-0 pt-10 mb-0 pb-0","title":"","content":"","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"PregnancyTestingatUHS","css_class":"","title":"

Pregnancy Testing at UHS<\/h2>","content":"Laboratory pregnancy testing is available at UHS by appointment. To make an appointment, call (585) 275-2662. There will be a $28 fee incurred for the test. The cost of the visit associated with the test is covered for all full-time students by the Mandatory Health Fee.\r\n\r\nIf you choose to bill this fee through insurance, the code for the test will show up on the explanation of benefits from the insurance company. If you are concerned about someone seeing this code, you can request confidential billing. With confidential billing, you pay the bill at UHS rather than having the bill submitted to your insurance company. Please speak with your primary care provider (PCP) or the receptionist if you would like to arrange for confidential billing.\r\n\r\nYou can find pregnancy tests for free in the Wellness on Demand vending machine in the lobby of the UHS building, as supply allows. UHS also offers over-the-counter home pregnancy tests for $5. These tests are not billed to insurance and can be paid for out of pocket upon picking them up. These are offered on a walk-in basis.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"","css_class":"mt-0 pt-10 mb-0 pb-0","title":"","content":"","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"Wheretobuy","css_class":"","title":"

Where can I buy an at-home pregnancy test off campus?<\/strong><\/h2>","content":"In College Town \u2013 click for walking directions from campus\r\n