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An Ultrasound Gives You Answers

Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel very isolating. At Alcove Health, we’re here to support you through these moments with care and understanding.

Ultrasounds provide the most precise insights into your pregnancy’s progression and viability. We invite you to schedule a complimentary ultrasound with us to gain clarity and answers in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Start getting answers today.

Step 1

Schedule an appointment online or on the phone. All of our services are free and confidential.

Step 2

Meet with one of our advocates and a registered nurse in a safe, judgement-free environment.

Step 3

Leave your appointment feeling truly empowered to make the best decision for you.

You Deserve Accurate Information to Make the Best Decision for Your Reproductive Health

What Is An Ultrasound?

An ultrasound scan is a medical exam that uses high frequency sound waves to capture live images from within your body. Ultrasounds, also referred to as sonography, are a noninvasive, painless procedure that produces images of organs, soft tissues, blood vessels, and blood from inside your body. Since an ultrasound uses no radiation, it is the preferred method for viewing a developing fetus during pregnancy.

Sometimes, an internal ultrasound is necessary. To evaluate pregnancies under 12 weeks, the medical standard is a transvaginal ultrasound, which means the transducer is gently inserted into the vagina to view the uterus, fetal development, and ovaries.

Meet Nurse Kinta!

She is one of our Registered Nurses trained in sonography who will provide you with the best care possible during your appointment! 

Why Do I Need An Ultrasound?

An ultrasound exam plays an important role in your decision and provides you with the information you need to make an informed decision.

Location of Pregnancy

An ultrasound shows the inside of the uterus. A pregnancy may develop inside the uterus (called an “intrauterine pregnancy”) or outside the uterus (called an “ectopic pregnancy,” which can be life-threatening for the woman). Before any abortion procedure, an ultrasound is recommended to confirm that the pregnancy is intrauterine.

Fetal Heart Rate

An ultrasound can visualize and measure fetal cardiac activity, assuring fetal viability. Almost one in four pregnancies will end in miscarriage, most of which happen during the first trimester. It is possible to have a positive pregnancy test for up to a month following a miscarriage.

Gestational Age

An ultrasound will allow us to measure the gestational age to determine how far along you are and your estimated due date. Dating your pregnancy will help you decide which options are safely available to you if you are considering abortion.

Ultrasound Frequently Asked Questions

As someone who may be experiencing an ultrasound for the first time, here are answered to some of the most commonly asked questions:

1. How Should I Prepare For My Ultrasound Appointment?

Depending on the type of ultrasound you’ll receive – either transvaginal or transabdominal – you may need to empty your bladder prior to the scan. One of our nurses will inform you when you arrive.

2. Will The Ultrasound Confirm I'm Having More Than One Baby?

Yes. The ultrasound imaging will pick up whether there is more than one fetus.

3. Will The Ultrasound Confirm The Gender?

If you are far enough along, yes. The accuracy of determining your baby’s gender increases with how far along you are in your pregnancy. Feel free to ask the nurse if she is able to tell!

4. Can I Bring Someone With Me To My Appointment?

Yes, absolutely! If you’d like to bring a friend or loved one for support, that’s fine.

5. Can I Ask Questions During The Scan?

Of course! Our registered nurses welcome questions and will gladly answer questions during and after your ultrasound. Think of something after you leave? They’re available even after your appointment! 

6. Will I Get Pictures/Results Of My Scan?

Yes. We will provide photos of your baby and any additional information you need to help you during your decision-making process.

Our Free and Confidential Services

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Confirmation Ultrasounds

Confirm how far along you are and the viability of your pregnancy through an ultrasound exam. Whether you are considering abortion, parenting or adoption, ultrasounds assist in helping you make the most informed decision.

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Pregnancy Tests

Our FDA-approved, lab-quality pregnancy tests give you quick, accurate results you can trust. Our tests are administered by a registered nurse and meet the proof of pregnancy requirements for Medicaid and Insurance Providers.

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Abortion & Options Consultations

Whether you've made a decision or are still undecided, you have a big one to make! While we do not perform or refer for abortions, we provide a judgement-free space to process your feelings, ask questions, and understand your options.

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STI Tests

Don’t risk your reproductive health! STIs are all too common, and even without symptoms, can be dangerous. Get your free vaginal swab testing today for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea and Trich.

Be Truly Empowered

We’ve helped over 8,000 women in Newport News, Hampton, York County, Williamsburg, and the surrounding areas in the last 40 years.

Additional Resources

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Past Abortion Support

Are you living with guilt, shame, or regret from a past abortion? You don’t have to any longer.

We offer two ways to get the grief support you need: a one-on-one session (in-person or virtual) with a Grief Advocate or joining a private 9-week closed post-abortion recovery group led by a trained facilitator who has walked this path before you.

Don’t wait. Start your journey to recovery and find healing from your past abortion today.

Parenting Support

Our LEAP (Learn, Equip, and Parent) program gives you the resources you need to step confidently into motherhood.

Whether you are a first-time mom or have been doing this for years, there are classes to help you in your current season of life.

The best part - you can do it all from home on your own time, and at the end of the program, we will celebrate you and your new arrival with a bundle of baby supplies.

Want to get Dad involved? We have a LEAP Program available for men too!

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Getting Ready For Your Visit

At Alcove Health, our goal is to ensure your experience is both comforting and enlightening. There’s no need to bring any form of payment to your appointment; all our services are offered at no cost. We welcome you to bring any questions you may have and maintain an open mindset. Our dedicated team is ready to assist you with comprehensive support and information, guiding you through your choices in a respectful and unbiased setting. We understand an unplanned pregnancy can be overwhelming, we’re here to help.

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