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Pregnancy
Common signs of pregnancy:
- Missed a period or a much shorter, lighter period than usual
- Extreme tiredness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Feeling bloated or period-like cramps
- Appetite changes
- Mood changes
Getting tested:
- You can get a test from your local Family Planning Clinic, your doctor or sexual health clinics, pharmacy and supermarket.
- Take two tests for a reliable result.
- If you get a negative result take a pregnancy test again in 2 weeks in case it was too early in the pregnancy to be recognised on the test. If you get a positive result, see your doctor straight away.
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Remember, although it can feel overwhelming and scary if you think you might be pregnant it is best to get tested as soon as possible, then you can deal with things – whatever the result.
Telling others you're pregnant
- It may feel scary to tell anyone, but it’s important to get support.
- Tell someone you trust like your partner, close friend, parents, someone in your whanau, your doctor, a counsellor or public health nurse
- Lots of people find that once parents get over the shock, they are really supportive
- If you want to, arrange support from a family friend or relative to be there when you tell your parents.
- Pick a time that is calm and safe when you tell.
- Give your parents some time to process it.
What are my rights?
- No one should make you feel bad about what has happened or force you to take one option.
- Your doctor, counsellor or nurses should keep this information confidential. If unsure, ask them.
- It is your decision which option you take.
What are my options
- Parenting the child – you can choose to do this with or without your partner or family
- Guardianship – where its decided (usually within the family) who becomes the child’s legal guardian
- Adoption – to find out more, click here
- Abortion – an operation where the pregnancy is ended. This is usually possible within the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. To find out more, click here.
Staying healthy during pregnancy
- What you eat that matters and because you’re ‘eating for two. Eat healthily so your baby can be healthy
- For the safety of your baby, avoid processed foods, seafood, store-bought salads, deli foods, alcohol and cigarettes
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