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At the Women's Center, we provide a safe place to help you find the support you need, through community resources and peer to peer experience. We offer topic specific programs, designed to meet you where you are and help guide you through the steps of your journey. You are not alone We're here to help. Schedule an Appointment Women's Center Support and Groups At the Women's Center, we provide a safe place to help you find the support you need, through community resources and peer to peer experience. We offer topic specific programs, designed to meet you where you are and help guide you through the steps of your journey. Peer Counseling Private and confidential conversations with our experienced client advocates, trained to listen and help you navigate some of your next big steps around pregnancy related issues. Carried A 8-week support group to help facilitate healing in the grieving process of a miscarriage. This group runs twice a year. Call (860) 576-8072 for more info on our next session, Mondays from 6 - 7:30 PM, starting October 13, 2025. Caregiver Support A monthly education program for individuals exploring parenting. Connect with local resources, gain practical skills, and build a strong network as you navigate your unique journey. Abanon An 11-week support group working towards healing from a past abortion by exploring your story and emotions. Registration is open for Fall 2025, starting September 9, on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8 PM. Savanon An 8-week support group working towards recovery from past sexual abuse. Groups are available online and in person. Professional Counseling Services We can provide referrals and in some instances, financial assistance to professional licensed counselors in our area. Support for Men Neither of you is in this alone. Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut offers mentorship and support for men, so you can take your next steps with confidence! Learn More... . Schedule an Appointment

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Women’s Center of Eastern Connecticut provides free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, community resources and support, abortion information, and more. Schedule your appointment today! You are not alone. We're here to help. Schedule an Appointment Women’s Center of Eastern Connecticut is committed to empowering individuals to make informed choices regarding their pregnancy. We understand there is a lot of uncertainty with an unexpected pregnancy. We are here to help answer questions and find the support you may need. Considering The Abortion Pill? The abortion pill (also known as medication abortion) actually consists of two pills: mifepristone and misoprostol. Mifepristone is taken first. It... Read More Pregnancy Testing Have you missed your period? Are you experiencing pregnancy symptoms? Perhaps you’ve already taken a pregnancy test at home, but want a second opinion. Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut provides free pregnancy tests so you can be certain you’re pregnant. Results are quick, accurate, and confidential. Think you might be pregnant? Read more about pregnancy.... Frequently Asked Question: I'm Pregnant. What are my options? Limited OB Ultrasounds You may be wondering why an ultrasound is important? Ultrasounds provide the insight you need to make an informed and empowered decision about your pregnancy. Ultrasounds show how far along you are in a pregnancy, your estimated due date, and whether or not there is a fetal heartbeat. Read more about the importance of Ultrasounds... You Have Options Facing an unexpected pregnancy can seem overwhelming but you have the right to choose the outcome. No matter what option you are leaning toward, our caring and knowledgeable staff can give you resources and information on all your options, without judgment. Learn more about all your options... Frequently Asked Question: What's the difference between the abortion pill and Plan B? More Frequently Asked Questions....

My girlfriend is pregnant. Now what? Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut offers mentorship and support for men, so you can take your next steps with confidence! Support For Men We're here to help. Schedule an Appointment My Girlfriend is Pregnant… Now What?! Once she’s missed a period, everything can change—fast. Although she makes the final decision, most women really care what their partner thinks. Here are a few tips to help you make a decision you both agree on: Let her know how important she is to you. Don’t pressure her to make a decision or check out emotionally. Commit to exploring your options together and getting whatever help you need to strengthen your relationship. Let her know you’re there for her, each step of the way. Start by offering to go with her to her pregnancy testing appointment. Once the pregnancy has been confirmed, explore your pregnancy options together. Communicate openly about your feelings and consider which option might be best for you as a couple. Listen to her thoughts and feelings. Ask her about her hopes or fears regarding abortion, adoption, and parenting. It may also help to get advice from someone you both trust! Schedule an Appointment Support for Men in Willimantic, CT Neither of you is in this alone. Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut offers mentorship and support for men, so you can take your next steps with confidence! Give us a call at (860) 576-8072 or schedule your free appointment today. All services are confidential and free of charge! Schedule an Appointment

Explore your pregnancy options at Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut! We're here to help you make an informed and empowered decision! Know Your Worth Know Your Options Abortion Adoption Parenting Get All the Information You Can. Facing an unexpected pregnancy can seem overwhelming but you have the right to choose the outcome. Remember, empowerment comes when you find the resources and inner strength necessary to make your best choice. No matter what option you are leaning toward, our caring and knowledgeable staff can give you resources and information on all your options, without judgment. One of the important resources we offer at the Women's Center is the Decision Aid. The Decision Aid is a vital tool designed to help you walk through the decision-making process of your pregnancy options: abortion, adoption and parenting. You'll have the opportunity to process and discuss all these options, as well as identify any benefit or risk of any potential decision made. Our trained medical staff and Client Advocates can provide you with accurate education and relevant information to help you make an informed choice. If you are a significant other of a woman facing an unexpected pregnancy, we are here for you, too. While ultimately it is her decision, you can help support you support her, in expressing to her how you feel about the situation. We offer a variety of free classes and counseling to support anyone throughout the pregnancy decision process. As you explore your options, go ahead and make your free and confidential appointment to discuss your next steps today.

Looking for unplanned pregnancy support? Make an appointment at Women's Life Center! We're here to provide the care you deserve. Request Your Appointment All of our services are free and confidential First name* Last name* Email Phone* Date of Birth Día Mes Mes Año Last Menstrual Cycle Reason for the Appointment Preferred Date and Time Is it okay if we text you?* Yes No Request Appointment* At the Women's Center of Eastern CT, we are here to help answer questions and provide the support you may need to make an informed decision about your pregnancy. Select a day and time that works for you. Once the appointment request is accepted and scheduled, we'll send a confirmation to you via email or text.* Women's Center Office Hours: Monday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Tuesday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Don't see a schedule that works for you? Give us a call @ (860) 576-8073 or text (860) 576-8072 to set up an appointment or start a conversation. *"By entering your phone number and selecting "Yes" to texting, you will agree to receive communications over text from the Women's Center of Eastern CT regarding scheduling and appointments. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. If you need support visit https://www.womenscenterec.com/ or call us at (860) 576-8072. You can reply STOP to any text messages you receive to opt out of receiving messages from the Women's Center of Eastern CT. Check out our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. Our Locations Women's Center of Eastern CT 37 Ivan Hill St., Willimantic CT Mobile Care Van Waterbury Carolyn's Place, Waterbury CT Mobile Care Van Danielson Davis Park, Danielson CT Mobile Care Van Manchester 661 Main Street, Manchester CT Mobile Care Van New Haven 180 Sherman Ave., New Haven CT Mobile Care Van Hartford 277 Main Street, Hartford CT Mobile Care Van Cheshire 110 Main Street, Cheshire CT

Can't make it to our center? No problem! MobileCare comes to you. We travel to different communities throughout the month to provide free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and more. Pregnant? Not sure what to do next? We can help. Schedule an Appointment Mobile Care is an on-the-go office that provides caring, professional and confidential services to women all throughout Connecticut who need help with pregnancy-related issues. All our Services are FREE! We travel and visit different communities throughout the month and provide Pregnancy Testing, Limited Obstetric Ultrasounds, and Community Referrals to anyone who can benefit from these services. We understand the challenges of an unexpected pregnancy, and our goal is to help answer any questions you may have regarding your pregnancy. We have Licensed Medical Professionals that can talk you through your questions and our trained Community Advocates are eager to help connect you with many resources and referrals you may need. ALL OUR SERVICES ARE FREE! There is no charge for anyone that uses our services. We are passionate about helping women find the resources and care they need. Our Services Pregnancy Tests If you have had unprotected sex and think you may be pregnant, schedule an appointment with us today. The Women's Center can provide you with a free and confidential on-site pregnancy test. Our tests are lab quality, meaning they have a 99 percent accuracy rate. We will discuss your results right away and provide an opportunity to answer any questions. Schedule an Appointment Limited OB Ultrasounds After taking a pregnancy test and receiving positive results, the next step is for you to have an ultrasound performed. An ultrasound machine uses soundwaves to create a picture of the inside of your body, that includes your uterus and fetus, and gives you important information about your pregnancy. An ultrasound can confirm your pregnancy, show the gestational age of your pregnancy and as well as determine where the pregnancy is located. Schedule an Appointment Decision Aid We offer a helpful pregnancy decision aid tool to sort through your feelings and gain useful information and perspective. We will always discuss all your options and concerns in a caring, professional and confidential environment, although we do not perform or refer for abortion. Learn More Community Referrals We also can support you with local referrals for additional services that will help you with your pregnancy, adoption or parenting plans. We will always discuss all your options and concerns in a caring, professional and confidential environment, although we do not perform or refer for abortion. Learn More Online Scheduler We make regularly scheduled visits throughout various communities in Connecticut. Take a look to see when we will be visiting your community next. Walk-ins are welcomed, but appointments are best. Select the location, day, and time that works for you. Once the appointment request is accepted and scheduled, Mobile Care will send a confirmation to you via email or text. Don't see a time that works for you? Give us a call @ (860) 576-8073, text (860) 576-8072, or chat with us online to explore alternatives. Click to Call or Text Frequently Asked Questions Click on each of the questions to learn more. I’m pregnant. What are my options? If you are pregnant, you have more options than you think. Our caring staff will discuss all your options with you, without judgment. All the resources we provide are completely objective and we’ll provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision regarding your pregnancy. What do I need at my first appointment? The only thing Women's Center of EC asks, is that you bring a photo ID. How much does an appointment cost? Because we care about your health and wellbeing, your appointment with us is completely free and confidential. You do not need to bring any form of payment or health insurance with you to your appointment, just a photo ID. How do I know if I'm pregnant? Because each woman and each pregnancy is unique, symptoms may vary. However, the most common sign of pregnancy is a missed period. If you have missed a period, it’s best to make an appointment for a free pregnancy test at our center. Other common pregnancy symptoms include fatigue, nausea, bloating, darkening of the nipples, cramping/spotting, and frequent urination. How does a pregnancy test work? During your appointment, we collect a small sample of urine. A urine pregnancy test detects the presence of hCG, which is a hormone associated with pregnancy. If hCG is detected in your urine, that means you have a positive test. Over-the-counter pregnancy tests can be accurate, but often women take them too early or don’t follow the directions carefully. Even if you have taken a home pregnancy test, confirm your results with free pregnancy testing at Womens Center EC When should I get an ultrasound? After you have received a positive pregnancy test, it may be time to get a limited obstetric ultrasound. An ultrasound can diagnose pregnancy, determine how far along you are and detect a fetal heartbeat. Do you have trained medical staff? Yes. All our medical services are provided by licsened medical professionals. Women's Center of EC medical professionals on staff include: Medical Doctor Registered Nurses Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers What are the signs of an STI? Most STIs do not exhibit unique symptoms, and most symptoms can be mistaken for other illnesses. That’s why it’s important to get tested after unprotected sex. Waiting too long to get tested and treated for an STI puts you and your partner at risk for severe health complications. I’m struggling in my relationship, can you help? Yes! We’ve mentored thousands in healthy relationship building skills. Relationships can be hard but we are here to help. Does my significant other have a say in my decision? Whether you are a woman or man facing an unexpected pregnancy, you don’t have to go through it alone. You both should have an open discussion regarding your options and make an informed decision together on what to do moving forward. We can help facilitate these conversations and provide you with the information you need What if I don’t know how to be a good parent? No one is a parenting expert, but that doesn’t mean you can’t provide your child with love and support. We offer parenting classes to help you learn the ins and outs of being a good parent during each stage of your child’s life. Call or text us today to learn more about our free parenting program and how it can benefit you. What if I don't live close to the Women's Center? If you live in another community and are not sure if you can make it to our Center, consider visiting our Mobile Care van, which schedules travel to communities throughout the state. The Abortion Pill The “Abortion Pill” or RU-486 is a combination of two drugs, Mifepristone and Misoprostol, which, when taken together, cause loss of pregnancy. The first pill cuts off the supply of progesterone, which is essential to fetal growth, while the second pill induces labor to empty the contents of the uterus. Symptoms may include severe cramping, heavy bleeding for the next 12 hours, and nausea or vomiting. Surgical Abortion There are different types of surgical abortion procedures, depending on whether you are in your first or second trimester of pregnancy. Aspiration/Suction: (up to 13 weeks LMP) This surgical procedure is used throughout the first trimester of pregnancy. Most first trimester surgical abortions are performed using this method. Local anesthesia is typically offered to reduce pain, however, sedation may also be available. For very early pregnancies (4-7 weeks LMP) a thin plastic tube is inserted into the uterus. It is attached to a manual or electric vacuum device which is used to suction out the embryo. Later in the first trimester, the cervix needs to be opened wider because the fetus is larger. A curette may also be used to scrape any remaining fetal parts and blood clots. This is usually painful, so a local anesthetic is typically injected directly into the cervix beforehand. Serious physical complications are infrequent with early surgical abortion, but are significant if they occur, which may include bleeding, infection, incomplete abortion and allergic reaction to medication. Dilation & Evacuation ( D&E) (13 weeks LMP and up) Most second trimester abortions are performed using this method. Local anesthesia, oral or intravenous pain medication and sedation are commonly used. General anesthesia may be used, if available. Second-trimester abortions use the dilation and evacuation approach, requires the cervix to dilate overnight using laminaria or Dilapan (surgical sticks that help expand the cervix). Once the cervix is dilated, both suction and gynecological tools are used to suck and scrape the contents of the pregnancy out of the body. Incomplete abortion with retained tissue is one of the more common complications (causing infection). Other risks include heavy bleeding, blood clots, and damage such as a torn cervix, punctured uterus or injured bowel. Infection may cause scarring of the pelvic organs.

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Considering adoption in Connecticut? Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut is here to help you make an informed decision! Make an appointment today. Know Your Worth Know Your Options Abortion Adoption Parenting Considering Adoption in Connecticut? Get the Facts! Adoption is a selfless and sometimes difficult road. But, you don’t have to walk it alone. Women's Center of Eastern Connecticut is here to support you, each step of the way. We would be happy to connect you with our trusted adoption partners. They will educate you on your rights as the birth parent, and help you create an adoption plan—all on your terms. To consider whether adoption is right for you, start by asking some questions. Schedule an Appointment What are the Different Types of Adoption? What is Open Adoption? In an open adoption, the birth parent(s) can continue to communicate with the child and the adoptive family after the adoption is finalized. This can range from emails or phone calls to in-person visits, depending on the closeness of their relationships. What is a Semi-Open Adoption? In a semi-open adoption, the birth mother and adoptive family can maintain contact with each other after the adoption is finalized. They send pictures and letters to each other on a set schedule. Communication is managed by the adoption agency. What is a Closed Adoption? In a closed adoption, the adoptive family receives only the medical and social history of each birth parent and their family. The birth mother can select the adoptive family based on non-identifying profiles, but is not expected to communicate with them before or after the adoption is finalized. Do I Get to Choose the Adoptive Parents? Yes. As the birth mother, you decide what you’re looking for. You can narrow it down to race, values, religion, and even personality traits. Can a Birth Mother Change Her Mind? In Connecticut, birth mothers have 48 hours to change their minds about the adoption after the child’s birth[1]. Start Your Adoption Journey at Women’s Center of Eastern Connecticut Our compassionate team is here to answer your questions and give you the support you deserve, so you can make an empowered choice for your pregnancy. If you would like to learn more about adoption in Connecticut, give us a call at (860) 576-8073 or schedule your appointment online today. Sources How to Adopt in Connecticut. Considering Adoption. (2024, March 1). Retrieved from https://consideringadoption.com/adoptions-by-state/how-to-adopt-in-Connecticut/ Schedule an Appointment