Has anyone else been battling sickness and fatigue this past April? Maybe the stormy weather and unstable temperatures are partly to blame. Or, maybe it’s all to do with humanity finally emerging from winter hibernation. (Reconnecting with friends and family is great. But where people mingle, germs mingle too.) Whatever the reason, it can be difficult to appreciate the beauty of Spring when you’re feeling unwell.
Like most people, I tend to confine myself inside the house whenever I’m sick. I can usually be found curled beneath a blanket with the shades drawn. Occasionally, I may walk past a window and think, “Oh. Right. The flowers are blooming,” or step outside to grab the mail and say to myself, “Oh. It smells like Spring out here. That’s nice.” If you’re coping with an unexpected pregnancy, you may feel similarly disconnected from the outside world… amplified by about 100%. It’s hard to enjoy Spring (or any good thing beyond your front door) when you’re dealing with an internal crisis. Know that it is possible to discover hope, even when you feel surrounded by dread.
Fickle weather is typical of Springtime in the Midwest. What probably isn’t typical for you is discovering an unexpected pregnancy during this usually promising post-winter season. Chances are, your positive pregnancy test result caught you completely off-guard. Avenue Women’s Center is available to meet you in that disorienting space. We’re a first-step clinic that offers free and confidential services, like medical-grade pregnancy tests, options consultations, and limited medical ultrasounds. What sets us apart? Among other things, our commitment to providing truly compassionate and professional support, without any pressure or judgment.
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Avenue Women’s Center Reviews, April 2025
Our reviews attest that women feel comfortable, cared for, and well-informed when they connect with Avenue Women’s Center. Here are a few comments that demonstrate this, provided by individuals who visited us this past April. When we asked what they liked best about Avenue, here’s what they said!
- “It was very easy to book an appointment and I really appreciated the different options for communication. I also loved that the staff check in with me frequently.”
- “So helpful, efficient, and my consultant was extremely kind.”
- “Very comfortable and inviting, as well as informative.”
- “The environment was very peaceful. Addie and Kristyn are sweethearts.”
- “Jen and Kristyn were both very supportive and informative. Jen assisted me to work through emotions under my circumstances and showed care for me and my beliefs, decisions, situation. Thank you for everything!”
- “Jen was so kind and compassionate and everyone here was so wonderful to work with. I highly recommend coming here.”
- “The center is very welcoming. From the first phone call through our appointment, Leyda was caring and compassionate and very easy to talk to. Highly recommend this center. Very clean & comfortable as well.”
- “Staff is very caring and empathetic! Thank you, I’m extremely grateful!!”
- “Everything! Everyone was professional, sweet/caring & kind. Christa, you made me feel safe and cared for.”
- “The staff was very friendly, listened to what I had to say. This is a place where you can express what is happening and you will not feel judged. Overall, I would definitely recommend to someone.”
- “It felt very warm. I felt understood and comfortable the entire time. Christa + Kristyn are very professional but also caring. I loved my visit. Thank you so much!”
- “La atencion de Brooke realmente me (ha) ayudado muchísimo en cuanto a información y mis necessidados me siento en total confianza con ella.” (Brooke’s attention has really helped me a lot in terms of information and my needs. I feel completely confident with her.)
- “I felt very comfortable and welcomed. I got the information I needed and feel so much better than I did walking in.”
At Avenue Women’s Center, our goal is to help women access all the information and support they need to make knowledgeable pregnancy decisions with clarity and confidence. As part of that process, we challenge them to pause, reflect, and hopefully take their next steps from a healthy and hopeful mental space. That may sound a bit unrealistic to someone who’s in “panic mode.” But the truth is, with the right support, it’s possible to find a pregnancy outcome you can feel at peace with. Our caring pregnancy consultants and medical professionals would love to partner with you on your own journey of discovering your best path forward.
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The information provided here is general in nature. It is not a substitute for a consultation with a medical professional. Before any medical procedure, it is imperative that you discuss your personal medical history, risks, and concerns with your doctor. If you have questions during or after a procedure, your doctor should be immediately contacted. Avenue Women’s Center is not an emergency center. If you are experiencing severe symptoms, such as bleeding and/or pain, seek immediate medical attention. Contact your physician, go to an emergency room, or call 911.