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What are the other signs of pregnancy?
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What about pregnancy testing?

So you think you might be pregnant? Don’t sit there worrying about it – a pregnancy test is a quick and simple way to find out for sure. 


Home pregnancy testing kits: Chemists and supermarkets stock home pregnancy kits that detect the pregnancy hormones in your urine.  These can be used as early as two days after your missed period.  They are very accurate but you must follow the instructions carefully.  The best time to do a home pregnancy test is first thing in the morning.  The tests vary in price but are equally effective.  If your test is positive, you need to see your doctor ASAP.  If you have a negative result and are still worried, see your doctor.


Community health centres (Yarra Valley and Ranges): Community health nurses offer urine pregnancy tests.  They also provide advice about your options and can direct you to other services. 


Doctor clinics: Your doctor can confirm your pregnancy by both urine and blood tests. Blood tests can detect pregnancy within a week of conception.  Your doctor can also talk to you confidentially about your options. 


School nurses may offer pregnancy testing and advice and may direct you to other services if you need them. 

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Yarra Valley Community Health Service
1300 130 381

Ranges Community Health Service
9739 4577 
9754 8963

Family Planning Victoria
901 Whitehorse Rd
Box Hill
9257 0100

EACH Well Women's Clinic
75 Patterson St
East Ringwood
9879 3933

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