Frequently Asked Questions

If you have an ultrasound appointment scheduled with us please follow these instructions before arriving for your appoinment. 

Empty bladder one hour before your scheduled appointment then immediately drink 32 oz. of water and do not empty your bladder again before your ultrasound appointment.

If you have an STI/STD appointment scheduled with us please follow these instructions before arriving for your appoinment.

Do NOT urinate for at least one hour prior to your appointment. 

Walk-ins are welcome for pregnancy tests,STI/STD tests, material assistance, and to learn more about our Creating YOU Academy Program; howerver, it is best to make an appointment if you can in order to minimize your wait time. 

There are several pregnancy symptoms that could lead you to suspect that you might be pregnant, but the only way to know for sure is by taking a pregnancy test and having an ultrasound performed. Northfield Women's Center can offer both of these services at no-cost to you in a confidential, non-judgemental setting.

Every service offered at Northfield Women's Center is  completely free of charge. No matter your financial circumstances you can get the quality care you deserve.

There is no reason for your insurance company to learn about your appointment because there is no charge for any of the services we provide.

All you will need to bring with you is a photo ID. We accept State ID, Driver’s License, Student ID, Passport, and Armed Forces ID.

Please note: If you forget your ID we will have to reschedule your appointment. 

After completing some paperwork, you will meet with a member or our team to go over your paperwork and administer a pregnancy test. If you have a positive pregnancy test we will discuss your options with you and recommend an ultrasound to confirm a living, intrauterine pregnancy. Based on dating from your last menstrual period we may be able to perform the ultrasound during your appointment that day or we may need to schedule one for a later date.

Yes, you are always welcome to bring a supportive friend, family member, or your partner with you to an appointment. We ask that you only bring one guest with you, your guest will be asked to sign in at the front desk.

Please be aware that during the initial part of the appointment, when the nurse is going over your paperwork with you, your guest will be asked to wait in the waiting area. Once the pregnancy test has been performed you will be asked if you would like your guest to join you for the results.  

We completely understand! Many of our clients come to us unsure of what they will do when they find out they are pregnant. We offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to learn about all of your options and to help you through the decision making process. 

Yes, it is possible to be pregnant and have an STI/STD at the same time. We can test for the two most common STI's, Chlamydia and Gonnorhea, at no-cost to you, as well as provide either treatment or a referral for treatment depending on your results.