FAQ - Lighthouse Pregnancy & Family Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of our most frequently asked questions. If you don’t see your question below, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more information. We’re here for you.

Are Your Services Free?

Yes, we are happy to serve you with no-cost pregnancy services and support. We know this isn’t a easy time regarding finances and we want to alleviate a little bit of the financial stress with no-cost support.

Am I Really Pregnant?

Your first step to clarity about your potential pregnancy is a pregnancy test. For the most accurate results, take a pregnancy test first thing in the morning after you wake up. This time is when your hCG levels will be most concentrated.

Confirm your pregnancy test results at Lighthouse Pregnancy & Family Resources. We offer lab-quality pregnancy testing and ultrasounds at no cost to you.

Do I Need an Ultrasound?

Yes, you will need an ultrasound to understand what your pregnancy options are and confirm the health of your pregnancy. Ultrasounds confirm how far along you are, the location of your pregnancy (whether it’s located within the uterus), and viability (whether there is a heartbeat & pregnancy is progressing). Ultrasounds alert you to any potential complications.

After testing positive with a pregnancy testing at Lighthouse Pregnancy Resource Center, we offer limited, no-cost ultrasound. Get the facts about your pregnancy so you can move forward with confidence and clarity.

What Are the Risks of Abortion?

There are two types of abortion procedures: medical and surgical abortion. Each type comes with its own unique risks. The Mayo Clinic shares the risks of medical abortion (the abortion pill), including:

The body not releasing all pregnancy tissue in the uterus, also called an incomplete abortion. This may require surgical abortion.
An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn’t work.
Heavy and prolonged bleeding.
Infection.
Fever.
Digestive symptoms such as upset stomach.

Each surgical abortion procedure dilates the cervix and uses vacuum aspiration and surgical tools to remove the pregnancy from the uterus. Each surgical abortion is similar, so they share similar risks, including:

Perforation of the uterus
Damage to the cervix
Scar tissue on the uterine wall
Infection

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"My first experience at Lighthouse Pregnancy Center was an ultrasound for my 6th child. Though no stranger to prenatal care, I was new to a pregnancy with no friends or extended family nearby. From the first time I walked into the doors of Lighthouse, I felt an abundance of joy, support, and even love for my new baby. From that day on, I've continued to utilize countless Lighthouse services.

I'm now seven months postpartum, and the ladies at Lighthouse are ongoing support for my family and have become good friends. My children and I visit weekly to make use of Lighthouse resources, pass my baby around, and share a story over a cup of coffee. We love going to the Lighthouse knowing that we'll always be met with open arms, big smiles, and unmatched generosity. Lighthouse truly is a blessing to our community."

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"The Lighthouse Pregnancy Center has been a blessing to our family for many years now. They have been so reliable and faithful to the community. The volunteers are always kind and generous. Sometimes we stop in just to say hello and visit with the sweet ladies. Sometimes we stop in for prayer or even just to talk. They are always ready and willing to help and they show nothing but love and support. They truly value those in our community and have hearts of gold. This is why we feel such a strong connection to this ministry and resource. The lighthouse is truly serving as Jesus would and they are vital to our community. Thank you for helping to meet both physical and spiritual needs. God bless you for all you do. We love and appreciate you all and will continue to stand behind this ministry."

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