Pregnancy

If you think you might be pregnant, it's important to get a test as soon as possible. It can be a scary time and it is easy to try and ignore it.  But don't worry, whatever the result, there are people that you can talk to.

The sooner you know whether you are pregnant or not, the sooner you will be able to make choices about your pregnancy. If you are pregnant, there are people who can help you make the right decisions for you.

So use this section to:

  • make sure you know how to get a test
  • be aware of the choices that are available to you
  • find out a bit more about pregnancy and parenting

If you can't find the information you need here, you can call Ask Brook on 0808 802 1234. Your call will be confidential. That means we won't tell anyone about it.


 

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