# Aid for Women Pregnancy Care Centers & Maternity Homes > Pregnancy Help | Free Pregnancy Resources | Aid For Women --- ## Pages - [Landing Page - AIC](https://www.aidforwomen.org/abortion-in-chicago/): Considering abortion in Chicago? Learn about your options, risks, and what to expect. Aid for Women offers free support, no pressure, no judgment. - [Landing Page](https://www.aidforwomen.org/facing-an-unexpected-pregnancy/): Not sure what to do next? Aid for Women offers free, confidential support and info for women facing unplanned pregnancies in Chicago. You're not alone. - [Contact Us](https://www.aidforwomen.org/contact-us/): Need help or have questions? Contact Aid for Women in Chicago. Get free, confidential support for unplanned pregnancy. Call or message us today. - [What are other considerations I should know before taking the abortion pill?](https://www.aidforwomen.org/what-are-other-considerations-i-should-know-before-taking-the-abortion-pill/): Learn the facts before taking the abortion pill. Aid for Women in Chicago offers free, confidential support to help you make an informed choice. - [Pregnancy Due Date Calculator](https://www.aidforwomen.org/pregnancy-due-date-calculator/): Estimate your due date with our free pregnancy calculator. Aid for Women also offers ultrasounds and support in Chicago. Find out how far along you are. - [Pre-Abortion Screening](https://www.aidforwomen.org/pre-abortion-screening/): Wondering what to do next? Aid for Women offers free pre-abortion screenings and confidential guidance in Chicago. Know your options—schedule today. - [Maternity Homes](https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/maternity-homes/): Need housing during pregnancy? Aid for Women’s maternity homes in Chicago offer a safe, supportive space. Learn more about our free care and housing. - [Support Programs](https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/support-programs/): Aid for Women offers mentorship, parenting help, housing, and emotional support for pregnant women in Chicago. Discover our free support programs today. - [Medical & Community Referrals](https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/medical-community-referrals/): Need extra support? Aid for Women connects you with trusted medical and community resources in Chicago. Free referrals. Confidential help available now. - [Abortion Pill Reversal](https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/abortion-pill-reversal/): Changed your mind after taking the abortion pill? Aid for Women offers abortion pill reversal in Chicago. Time-sensitive care—call now for help. - [Pregnancy Tests & Ultrasounds Exams](https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/pregnancy-tests-ultrasounds-exams/): Aid for Women provides free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and limited exams in Chicago. Fast, confidential care—no insurance or ID required. Call now. - [Waukegan](https://www.aidforwomen.org/locations/waukegan/): Looking for pregnancy support in Waukegan? Aid for Women offers free tests, ultrasounds, and counseling. Call now for a confidential appointment. - [Locations](https://www.aidforwomen.org/locations/): Aid for Women has multiple locations in and around Chicago offering free pregnancy services. Find the center closest to you and get the help you need. - [Abortion](https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/abortion/): Learn the facts about abortion in Chicago. Aid for Women offers confidential info, support & care—no cost, no pressure. Call today or visit us. - [Parenting](https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/parenting/): Prepare for parenting with confidence. Aid for Women offers free parenting education, classes, and support in Chicago. Contact us to get started today. - [Adoption](https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/adoption/): Explore adoption with compassion and clarity. Aid for Women in Chicago offers free, confidential adoption education and support. Learn your options today. - [Surgical Abortion Procedures](https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/surgical-abortion-procedures/): Learn about surgical abortion types, risks, and procedures. Aid for Women in Chicago offers medically accurate education and confidential support. - [Emergency Contraception](https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/emergency-contraception/): Learn how emergency contraception works and what it does. Aid for Women in Chicago provides confidential, judgment-free info and support. 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Aid for Women offers free support, no pressure, no judgment. - Published: 2025-07-01 - Modified: 2025-07-01 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/abortion-in-chicago/ Facing an Unintended Pregnancy? Free, Confidential Pregnancy Services & SupportOUR SERVICESAbortion Education Confirm the pregnancy and how far along you are first. Your Health Matters. How Far Along Are You? Our medical professionals can provide you with a free ultrasound to help answer this question. Don't want to be pregnant? Compassionate, one-on-one consultations to discuss options. Free Medical Verification of Pregnancy You deserve an answer you can rely on. Abortion Pill Reversal If you have taken the first dose of the aboriton pill (mifepristone) and changed your mind, there may be an option to reverse its effects. Community and Medical Referrals Assistance in connecting with housing, financial aid, prenatal care, and additional support services. Pregnancy OptionsThis is your safe space. You talk. We Listen. You can have a full medical verification of pregnancy at our clinic. An ultrasound is also available to help determine how many weeks you are. All services are free because you're worth it. Explore your options. Get sound medical advice. Make the choice that's right for you. What to expect during your visit. Free Medical Verification of PregnancyWalk in or Schedule Appointment for priorityUltrasound to Confirm Health, Age, & ViabilityAnswers and Access to ResourcesSchedule Your Free & Confidential Appointment Today Call us at 312-621-1100 or Book Online Now to get the support and answers you need. --- > Not sure what to do next? Aid for Women offers free, confidential support and info for women facing unplanned pregnancies in Chicago. You're not alone. - Published: 2025-06-30 - Modified: 2025-06-30 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/facing-an-unexpected-pregnancy/ Facing an Unexpected Pregnancy? Free, Confidential Pregnancy Services & SupportOUR SERVICESFree Pregnancy Testing Free lab-quality pregnancy tests to verify results. Limited Ultrasounds Performed by trained medical professionals to determine pregnancy viability and gestational age. Options Counseling & Education Compassionate, one-on-one consultations to discuss all pregnancy options, including parenting and adoption. Educational Support Parenting and life-skills classes, access to pregnancy and childcare resources, and material assistance. Abortion Pill Reversal If you have taken the first dose of the aboriton pill (mifepristone) and regret your decision, there may be an option to reverse its effects. Contact us immediately to learn more about this time-sensitive protocol. Plan B & Emergency Contraception Information Learn more about emergency contraception options, how they work and what to consider before use. Community and Medical Referrals Assistance in connecting with housing, financial aid, prenatal care, and additional support services. Pregnancy OptionsAn unintended pregnancy can bring a lot of emotions and questions. You deserve accurate information and a safe place to talk about your concerns. Our trained professionals provide a judgment-free space where you can explore all of your options and make the choice that’s best for you. What to expect during your visit. A free pregnancy test to confirm resultsA private consultation with a caring advocate. An ultrasound (if medically appropriate) to determine how far along you are. Answers to your questions about pregnancy, parenting, and other resourcesFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)All of our services are completely free and confidential. No, we provide all services at no cost to... --- > Learn the facts before taking the abortion pill. Aid for Women in Chicago offers free, confidential support to help you make an informed choice. - Published: 2024-07-15 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/what-are-other-considerations-i-should-know-before-taking-the-abortion-pill/ Rh DiseaseRh factor is an inherited protein found on the surface of red blood cells. If your blood has the protein, you're Rh positive. If your blood doesn't have the protein, you're Rh negative. It is important to know your blood type, and whether you are Rh negative or Rh positive during pregnancy. According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists (ACOG), prevention of Rh disease is needed prior to taking the abortion pill. During pregnancy, problems can occur if you are Rh negative and your fetus is Rh positive. During labor and birth, or even when a pregnancy is not carried to term such as during an induced abortion, there is a chance that the fetal blood may mix with your blood, which would cause Rh antibodies to develop in your blood. These antibodies may cause problems to your future reproductive health. ACOG recommends that you find out if you are Rh negative early in pregnancy and, if needed, seek treatment to prevent these problems. Read More HereAnemia and Bleeding DisordersAccording to the FDA, the abortion pill should not be taken by women who are anemic or who have bleeding disorders, or women who are on anticoagulant medications due to the risk of heavy bleeding. If you have unknown bleeding tendencies, you may unknowingly be in the population at risk. A routine blood screening, which could be as simple as a fingerstick, would inform you of any abnormal Hemoglobin or clotting values, and prevent further bleeding risks related... --- > Wondering what to do next? Aid for Women offers free pre-abortion screenings and confidential guidance in Chicago. Know your options—schedule today. - Published: 2022-08-25 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/pre-abortion-screening/ Are you considering the abortion pill? If you are considering an abortion, start with a full medical verification of pregnancy. Talk with a medical professional Discuss the pros and cons Review the options available to you Make your decision Our services are free. Start with a free pre-abortion screening and discover your options. Online Form - Pre Abortion Screening Landing PageThis form does not guarantee an appointment, you will be contacted by the clinic in the next business day to answer some questions and confirm the space is available. Please note: the correspondence that you send in this form is not secure. Please do not send confidential information in the message box of this form. It's Your Choice. In the end, it's your decision. We are here to provide you with the personalized medical information you will need. All services are completely free and confidential. --- > Need housing during pregnancy? Aid for Women’s maternity homes in Chicago offer a safe, supportive space. Learn more about our free care and housing. - Published: 2021-08-11 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/maternity-homes/ Aid for Women operates two maternity homes, Heather’s House and Monica’s House, for expectant moms, new moms and their children. Your advocate will help you assess your current living situation and will discuss possible options that may be available to you, and after your pregnancy. Living in a maternity home can provide a stable home environment, ongoing support and encouragement during and after your pregnancy, nutritious food for you and your baby, maternity and infant supplies, assistance with transportation, life skills training, educational support, employment assistance, community activities and spiritual growth. Schedule your free appointment now. --- > Aid for Women offers mentorship, parenting help, housing, and emotional support for pregnant women in Chicago. Discover our free support programs today. - Published: 2021-08-11 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/support-programs/ Aid for Women clients are invited to join our programs to receive ongoing support during their pregnancies and as new moms. Programs offered include our one-on-one mentor program, pregnancy and parenting classes, moms-to be groups, men’s support and baby boutique program. All of our support programs are offered free-of-charge. Whether you are expecting your first baby or have other children, you can learn, grow and build a community of support through our ongoing programs. Schedule your free appointment now. --- > Need extra support? Aid for Women connects you with trusted medical and community resources in Chicago. Free referrals. Confidential help available now. - Published: 2021-08-11 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/medical-community-referrals/ Women come to us with many different material, physical and emotional needs — including healthcare, housing, nutrition, employment and help with emotional or relationship issues. Aid for Women has established partnerships with a network of medical and community agencies throughout the Chicago area, allowing us to better address and serve your needs. Do you have concerns about your lack of health insurance or ability to pay for medical expenses? Our advocates are here to discuss your individual circumstances and possible options available to you. Schedule your free appointment now. --- > Changed your mind after taking the abortion pill? Aid for Women offers abortion pill reversal in Chicago. Time-sensitive care—call now for help. - Published: 2021-08-11 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/abortion-pill-reversal/ Regret taking the abortion pill? Many women do. You may have felt pressured by your partner, friend, family member or your circumstances to move forward with an abortion. There may still be time to stop the process and save your pregnancy. Using the natural hormone progesterone, medical professionals have been able to save 64-68% of pregnancies through abortion pill reversal. Contact us now for immediate help. Our staff provides guidance throughout the abortion pill reversal process as well as follow-up support to help you continue your pregnancy. Call our 24/7 helpline immediately at (312) 621-1100 to speak with a nurse about abortion pill reversal. --- > Aid for Women provides free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and limited exams in Chicago. Fast, confidential care—no insurance or ID required. Call now. - Published: 2021-08-11 - Modified: 2025-07-14 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/pregnancy-tests-ultrasounds-exams/ Pregnancy Tests & Ultrasounds Exams Pregnancy Tests & Ultrasounds Exams The first step is to confirm your pregnancy and check viability. Aid for Women offers medical grade pregnancy tests and on-site ultrasound exams to give you immediate and accurate results during your visit. Based on your last menstrual period, an estimated gestational age will be provided to you. Our medical staff will be available to discuss the results with you, answer your questions and review next steps. Referrals within Aid for Women’s established network of medical providers may be given if needed. You do not need to be accompanied by an adult to visit an Aid for Women center for medical services. You may come alone or bring your partner, husband, friend, family member or child with you. Please check for center location guidelines when scheduling your appointment. Schedule your free appointment now. --- > Looking for pregnancy support in Waukegan? Aid for Women offers free tests, ultrasounds, and counseling. Call now for a confidential appointment. - Published: 2020-10-23 - Modified: 2025-06-23 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/locations/waukegan/ Pregnant? You have options. We can help. Call or text our helpline at 847-596-8055 Pregnancy Care Centers and Residential Programs Facing an unexpected or difficult pregnancy can feel overwhelming. Aid for Women understands that every women’s situation is different. We provide a confidential and comfortable place to discuss your situation. You will receive the support, information and services you need to understand your options and make a fully-informed decision. All services are offered FREE OF CHARGE. Serving Lake County, IL - including Waukegan, Round Lake, North Chicago and ZionCall UsText Us100% FREE SUPPORT AND SERVICES AVAILABLE: Pregnancy Tests and Ultrasound Exams Confidential Consultations Abortion Pill Reversal Abortion Pill and Surgical Abortion Information Emergency Contraception Information (Morning-After Pill) Medical and Community Referrals Pregnancy Support Programs Residential Programs (Housing Assistance) For information and to schedule an appointment, call or text us at 312-621-1100. --- > Aid for Women has multiple locations in and around Chicago offering free pregnancy services. Find the center closest to you and get the help you need. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-06-23 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/locations/ Carbondale 2015 W. Main St. Carbondale, IL 62901 Call Us Text Us ScheduleChicago Loop Chicago Loop Center8 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL Call Us Text Us ScheduleEdgewater 6145 N. BroadwayChicago, IL Call Us Text Us ScheduleFlossmoor Flossmoor Center3347 Vollmer Rd. Flossmoor, IL Call Us Text Us ScheduleOak Park Oak Park Location1515 N. Harlem Ave. Suite 203Oak Park, IL Call Us Text Us ScheduleRockford Rockford Center1235 N. MulfordRockford, IL Call Us Text Us ScheduleWaukegan Waukegan Center1334 N. Lewis Ave. Waukegan, IL Call Us Text Us ScheduleWheeling Wheeling Center115 N. Wolf Rd. Wheeling, IL Call Us Text Us Schedule --- > Learn the facts about abortion in Chicago. Aid for Women offers confidential info, support & care—no cost, no pressure. Call today or visit us. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/abortion/   Abortion is a medical procedure. As with any medical procedure, you should gather all of the information about the procedure, risks and side effects associated with it. This information will help you make a decision and be confident in your choice. Aid for Women does not provide abortion services, the abortion pill, or abortion referrals. Below are a list of common questions about abortion, the morning after pill and the abortion pill at home abortion. I'm not ready to have a baby. What can I expect from the morning after pill? Morning-After Pill or Emergency Contraception (Plan B One-Step® and Ella®) | Up to 72 Hours How does the morning-after pill work? The morning-after pill can be taken during the first few hours or days following unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure. Since the effects can occur after conception, emergency contraception pills may cause medical abortions. Plan B One-Step and Ella are two commonly known emergency contraceptives. Plan B One-Step contains a large amount of levonorgestrel that is taken within 72 hours of intercourse. Ella contains ulipristal acetate, a drug in the same class as mifepristone, better known as the abortion pill or RU-486. Ella can be taken up to 5 days after intercourse. Depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle, both drugs may also work by delaying your normal ovulation process. Plan B One-Step and Ella Should not be taken if you think you are pregnant or used as a routine form of birth control. Abortion Pill... --- > Prepare for parenting with confidence. Aid for Women offers free parenting education, classes, and support in Chicago. Contact us to get started today. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-07-14 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/parenting/ Parenting Abortion Alternatives I can’t go through with an abortion, but what other options do I have? You have two choices when facing an unexpected or difficult pregnancy — ending the pregnancy through abortion or continuing the pregnancy. The decision to continue with your pregnancy can be overwhelming and frightening, but you are not alone. Aid for Women will provide the support and guidance you need as you continue your pregnancy and either start your journey to parenthood or consider an adoption plan. Parenting The choice to parent is a challenging and rewarding decision. Many women say that an unexpected pregnancy turned their world upside down but that having their baby turned it right side up. Parenting is a very courageous and loving choice. You will not be alone in your decision to continue your pregnancy. Aid for Women can help answer questions like: How can I afford to have a baby right now? Where can I find information about insurance, hospitals and doctors? How will I tell my family? Where will I live with my baby? How can I continue my education? How will a pregnancy affect my job? What resources are available if I choose to raise my child? We also offer pregnancy and parenting classes, support groups and material assistance (maternity clothes, baby clothes, diapers, cribs, strollers, etc. ) Additionally, we have access to a large network of local resources — including referrals for healthcare, housing, food, clothing and employment. If your current life circumstances are making... --- > Explore adoption with compassion and clarity. Aid for Women in Chicago offers free, confidential adoption education and support. Learn your options today. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/adoption/ Abortion Alternatives I can’t go through with an abortion, but what other options do I have? You have two choices when facing an unexpected or difficult pregnancy — ending the pregnancy through abortion or continuing the pregnancy. The decision to continue with your pregnancy can be overwhelming and frightening, but you are not alone. Aid for Women will provide the support and guidance you need as you continue your pregnancy and either start your journey to parenthood or consider an adoption plan. Adoption Could adoption be a good plan for you and your baby? If current circumstances in your life make parenting seem difficult, you may want to consider an adoption plan. Many women consider abortion because they feel that it is not the right time to have a baby. Adoption is a way to give your baby a future. Adoption can provide both a loving and life-giving choice for the mom, baby and adoptive family. Benefits of choosing adoption include: You can pursue education and career plans; You can live independently; You will not parent before you are ready; You will have plenty of time to plan your future and your baby’s future; You can choose to have continued contact with your child (in open adoption) and know how he or she is growing and developing. It is important to understand the adoption option and to make a fully-informed decision. At Aid for Women, you can learn how the adoption process works and clear up any myths you may... --- > Learn about surgical abortion types, risks, and procedures. Aid for Women in Chicago offers medically accurate education and confidential support. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-05-08 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/surgical-abortion-procedures/ Surgical Abortion Surgical Abortion (Suction and Aspiration) | Up to 13 weeks - Your abortion provider will give you medication for pain and possibly sedation during the procedure. A speculum is inserted to open the vagina. A local anesthetic is administered to your cervix to numb it. Then a tenaculum (a surgical instrument with long handles and a clamp at the end) is used to hold the cervix in place. The cervix is then dilated with absorbent rods that vary in size. The rods may also be put in a few days prior to the procedure. When the cervix is wide enough, a cannula (a long plastic tube connected to a suction device) is inserted into the uterus to suction out the fetus and placenta. The procedure usually lasts 10-15 minutes, but recovery can require staying at the clinic for a few hours. Surgical Abortion (Dilation and Evacuation or D & E) | After 13 weeks - In most cases, 24 hours prior to the actual procedure, your abortion provider will insert laminaria or a synthetic dilator inside your cervix. When the procedure begins the next day, your abortion provider will use a tenaculum to keep the cervix and uterus in place. Additional laminaria or synthetic dilators will be inserted into your cervix to open it wide enough for the fetal remains to be removed. A shot may be given before the procedure begins to ensure fetal death has occurred. Then a cannula is inserted to remove tissue away from... --- > Learn how emergency contraception works and what it does. Aid for Women in Chicago provides confidential, judgment-free info and support. Talk to us today. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/emergency-contraception/ When you are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy it is important to understand that abortion is a medical procedure. As with any medical procedure, you should gather all of the information about the procedure, risks and side effects associated with it before you decide to have it done. In this way, you can make a fully informed decision and be confident in your choice. That is why Aid for Women is your first step when facing an unexpected pregnancy. I'm not ready to have a baby and I am considering abortion. What are my options? What can I expect? Morning-After Pill or Emergency Contraception (Plan B One-Step® and Ella®) | Up to 72 Hours How does the morning-after pill work? The morning-after pill can be taken during the first few hours or days following unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure. Since the effects can occur after conception, emergency contraception pills may cause medical abortions. Plan B One-Step and Ella are two commonly known emergency contraceptives. Plan B One-Step contains a large amount of levonorgestrel that is taken within 72 hours of intercourse. Ella contains ulipristal acetate, a drug in the same class as mifepristone, better known as the abortion pill or RU-486. Ella can be taken up to 5 days after intercourse. Depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle, both drugs may also work by delaying your normal ovulation process. Plan B One-Step and Ella Should not be taken if you think you are pregnant or used as a routine... --- > Considering the abortion pill? Get the facts from Aid for Women in Chicago. Learn how it works and what to expect. Free, confidential info—contact us now. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/abortion-pill/ Abortion Pill (RU-486, Mifeprex®/Mifepristone) | Up to 9 weeks How does the abortion pill work? We do not provide the abortion pill. Your health matters, understanding your choices and your body are important. We can give you information but we do not provide abortion services, the abortion pill, or abortion referrals. A physical exam is first given in order to determine eligibility for the abortion pill (also called medical or chemical abortion). There are several pregnancy and medical conditions which do not allow the use of the abortion pill. During the first office visit, you are given mifepristone pills to take orally. Mifepristone blocks the effects of your natural hormone progesterone and causes the uterine lining to break down. This stops the flow of nutrition and blood to the embryo and prevents the pregnancy from continuing. Two to three days later, you will take the second set of pills, misoprostol, at home. This will cause contractions that expel the embryo. This expulsion process may take a few hours or as long as a few days so it is recommended you stay home until the process has completed. A physical exam is given two weeks later to ensure the abortion was completed and to check for complications. What are the risks and side effects related to the abortion pill? Immediate and long-term risks and side effects of the abortion pill may include: cramping headaches nausea fatigue fever and chills dizziness vomiting diarrhea infection heavy bleeding trauma from seeing embryonic parts expelled... --- > Get the facts about pregnancy, abortion, adoption, and more. Aid for Women in Chicago offers free, accurate education to help you make informed decisions. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-05-08 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/education/ I'm pregnant. What now? Your mind is probably racing with questions, and you may be feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes it can be difficult to talk to your family, friends or partner. You may be concerned about your financial situation, relationship issues, lack of health insurance, health concerns or how this pregnancy will affect your life goals. It can be difficult to make decisions when you feel like your life is spinning out of control. Aid for Women is here to help. It is your decision, so it is important to understand the changes happening within your body and to know all your options so that you can make a fully informed decision. Our Nurses and Client Advocates help you assess your situation, provide accurate information and support you throughout your pregnancy decision. It's your decision. You have options: --- > Need a safe place to stay during pregnancy? Heather’s House in Chicago offers free housing, support, and care for expectant moms. Call now to learn more. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/maternity-homes/heathers-house/ Heather’s House and Monica's House, Aid for Women's maternity homes, provide safe and supportive places to call home for young women who are pregnant, parenting or making an adoption plan. Residents have the opportunity to develop many important life skills, while pursuing educational and career goals. Programming includes pregnancy support, one-on-one mentoring, life skills classes, parenting training, educational assistance, employment assistance spiritual growth and follow-up services. What is the application process? Your Aid for Women Advocate will help you assess your current living situation and possible options that are available to you during and after your pregnancy. If it is determined that you are a candidate for our homes, your Advocate will review the eligibility requirements and resident responsibilities with you. You will then be asked to complete an application and to meet for an interview. “As a resident of Heather’s House, I have been able to begin providing the best life for me and my son by continuing school and work. I know it won’t be easy, but I’ve learned that I have the ability to overcome hardships. ” Watch Janessa's Story --- > Need someone to talk to? Get free, confidential counseling in Chicago. Aid for Women offers compassionate support for women facing pregnancy decisions. - Published: 2020-10-22 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/confidential-counseling/ When facing an unexpected pregnancy or difficulties during your pregnancy, our compassionate staff will take the time to discuss your individual situation, provide you with accurate information and support you throughout your pregnancy decision. Your mind is probably racing with questions, and you may be feeling overwhelmed and alone. Sometimes it can be very difficult to talk to your family, friends or partner. You may be concerned about your financial situation, lack of health insurance or how this pregnancy will affect your life. It can be difficult to make decisions when you feel like everything is spinning out of control. Aid for Women is here for you 24/7. 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Day 1 | Conception At the moment of conception, when the sperm fertilizes the egg, a new and unique individual is formed. This new life may be smaller than a grain of sugar, but all the inherited features of this person are already set — whether it’s a boy or girl, the hair and eye color and the dimples of the cheeks. Week 4 (You’ve missed your period! ) | Beating Heart By the time you miss your period, the baby has already gone through lots of growth, including the beginning development of her brain and spinal cord. The heart now beats at a steady rhythm. Eyes, ears, arms and legs are beginning to form. The baby is about 1/4 inch in length. Week 6 | Little Face, Fingers and Toes The baby is quickly developing into a little person. Her face makes its first appearance with tiny eyes, nose and mouth. Blood flows through the baby’s veins, and her fingers and toes are forming. The baby is about 1/2 inch in length. Week 8 | Teeth, Eyelids and Organs Her teeth buds appear, and facial muscles are developing. Eyelids begin to form to protect her tiny eyes, and every internal organ is now present. The baby is about 3/4 inch in... --- > Explore all free services at Aid for Women—pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, counseling, housing & more. Serving women across the Chicago area with care. - Published: 2020-10-13 - Modified: 2025-07-14 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/services/ Services What services does Aid for Women offer? Aid for Women understands that every woman’s situation is different. We provide a confidential and comfortable place for you to meet with our medical staff and advocates to discuss your situation. You will receive the services and information you need to make a fully-informed decision and move forward with your pregnancy plan. All services are offered FREE OF CHARGE. Pregnancy Tests & Ultrasounds Exams The first step is to confirm your pregnancy and check viability. Aid for Women offers medical grade pregnancy tests and on-site ultrasound exams to give you immediate and accurate results during your visit. Based on your last menstrual period, an estimated gestational age will be provided to you. Our medical staff will be available to discuss the results with you, answer your questions and review next steps. Referrals within Aid for Women’s established network of medical providers may be given if needed. You do not need to be accompanied by an adult to visit an Aid for Women center for medical services. You may come alone or bring your partner, husband, friend, family member or child with you. Please check for center location guidelines when scheduling your appointment. Schedule your free appointment now. 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Aid for Women offers free tests, ultrasounds & counseling in Chicago. Call now for confidential support and next-step guidance. - Published: 2020-07-17 - Modified: 2025-06-23 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/ Pregnant? We can help. Pregnancy verification and ultrasound provided at NO CHARGE. Appointments available and walk-ins welcome. Speak with a nurse today. 24-hour helpline call: (312) 621-1100 • text: (312) 621-1100Call UsText UsSchedule I'm pregnant. What now? Your mind is probably racing with questions, and you may be feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes it can be difficult to talk to your family, friends or partner. You may be concerned about your financial situation, relationship issues, lack of health insurance, health concerns or how this pregnancy will affect your life goals. It can be difficult to make decisions when you feel like your life is spinning out of control. Aid for Women is here to help. This is your decision. Your health matters. Understanding the changes happening within your body during pregnancy is important. We are here to provide you with a free medical verification of pregnancy, answer your questions, and support you throughout your pregnancy decision. We do not provide abortion services or referrals. We provide free medical verification of pregnancy. It’s your decision. You have options. Locations Serving the Chicago Metropolitan Area Carbondale 2015 W Main St. Carbondale, ILCall: (618) 503-0600mapChicago Loop 8 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, ILCall: (312) 765-7870mapEdgewater 6145 N. BroadwayChicago, ILCall: (312) 621-1100mapFlossmoor 3347 Vollmer Rd. Flossmoor, ILCall: (708) 794-0570mapOak Park 1515 N Harlem Ave. Ste. 203Oak Park, ILCall: (708) 477-3040mapRockford 1235 N. MulfordRockford, ILCall: (815) 633-2500mapWaukegan 1334 N. Lewis Ave. Waukegan, ILCall: (847) 596-8055mapWheeling 115 N. Wolf Rd. Wheeling, IL Call: (847) 376-3800 mapServices What services does... --- > Your privacy matters. Read how Aid for Women protects your personal information when you visit our website or request services. - Published: 2019-12-10 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/privacy-policy/ Who we are Our website address is: https://www. aidforwomen. org. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic. com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment. Media If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. 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A story of courage and care. - Published: 2020-10-21 - Modified: 2022-04-05 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/testimonial-1/ - Categories: Testimonials Testimonial Panel 1 I went to Aid for Women when I was scared and alone with nowhere to turn. The help that I received was exceptional! I felt safe and secure and felt like I could go to them for anything. Everyone there was soooo kind to me. They really helped me through a tough situation, and I couldn’t be more thankful to have found Aid for Women. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am now, and I mean that! I’m so glad my co-worker told me about Aid for Women. Everyone there made me feel super comfortable and welcomed. They’ve given me resources for everything that I need, from medical insurance to finding housing. The whole experience has given me peace of mind. I’d recommend Aid for Women to any woman who feels lost and doesn’t know where to start. --- > Discover how Aid for Women helped a client face an unplanned pregnancy with support and compassion. Real story, real hope. - Published: 2020-10-21 - Modified: 2022-04-05 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/testimonial-2/ - Categories: Testimonials Aid For Women TestimonialsI got so lucky to find Aid for Women. I had found out that I was pregnant and needed confirmation. I didn’t know where to go and didn’t have medical insurance. I walked into Aid for Women, and they were so warm and made me feel comfortable right away. They confirmed that I was pregnant and were open to me about everything I needed to know about my options. I highly recommend them! I absolutely recommend Aid for Woman to any woman out there who is really struggling. I was needing a place to stay and pregnant with twins and had a one-year-old son. With Aid for Women’s help, I am know living in a safe place and participating in pregnancy and parenting classes. My Client Advocate is an amazing listener and motivator and so non-judgmental! It really helped me to open up about all my struggles, and Aid for Women always helps as much as they can. --- > Learn how Aid for Women helped one woman face her pregnancy with strength and clarity. Hear her honest story of support. - Published: 2020-10-21 - Modified: 2022-04-05 - URL: https://www.aidforwomen.org/testimonial-3/ - Categories: Testimonials Aid For Women TestimonialsAid for women really opened my eyes. I was pregnant, really scared and undecided about how to move forward with my pregnancy. That’s when I decided to check out Aid for women. I met with a Client Advocate and from there I decided to have my baby. Aid for Women provided me with the support that I needed. I recommend them to any pregnant woman who is having a hard time. Aid for Women is an amazing blessing. I was alone, scared and pregnant with a baby that I wasn’t sure that I could provide for. The women that work there gave me hope and joy in a time that was very trying for me. They always had kind words to say or even just a shoulder to cry on. They helped me see my own strength. It was a welcoming place for me when I didn’t know where else to turn. I will be forever grateful for all the help I received from Aid for Women. --- ---