The moment you notice a delay in your monthly period, given that you recently had a romantic (you know what I mean) night with your boyfriend or husband, you might want to do a pregnancy test.
For this, you will need a test kit that you can buy at a drugstore or convenient store, which is very affordable. The procedure involves placing drops of your urine into the sample area of the pregnancy kit and waiting for several minutes for the result. For a more accurate reading, it’s advisable to perform the test early in the morning, since the urine is more concentrated during this time.
I remember the first time I held a pregnancy kit. I was only 23. My parents were living in another town and I was staying at an apartment. My long time boyfriend was the one who bought the pregnancy test kit for me since I was so scared and ashamed to buy it myself. It was a favor I had to ask. I knew that it would also be hard for him to buy it himself but he agreed to do it anyway.
Most of you may say “What’s the matter? It’s normal to get pregnant; you’re a woman… nothing to be ashamed of. “ Indeed it’s true. However, I was feeling really different that time. Perhaps what common is the way a girl starts to act the moment she learns there a possibility that she’s pregnant. It’s like having a tag on your forehead saying: I THINK I’M PREGNANT, and I’m not sure if I’m ready to become a mom.
Most girls would not want to give out a hint that they’re pregnant. Girls within the 21- to- 24 age range just graduated from college, just trying to lay out a plan for a great job, just started to pay for their own rent and bills, etc. Thus, it’s really hard to imagine how to take a responsibility leap from being an independent single woman to becoming a mom.
BUT, you still did it. You had a great time doing it. In fact, that was the best night of my life. And the moment it crosses your mind that you may be pregnant, you would definitely remember that night. Yes, it’s going to hurt because if it turns out to be positive, then you’ll be a mom… just like that. Your career plans, your carefree lifestyle, your I-can-do-whatever-I want-to-do-now --- these will all change.
I was having a great run in my career at 23 and things were just starting to materialize for me. And I can’t help but wonder, “What am I going to do now?” And then I realize nothing has to change. If I get a positive result, I’ll create a new life plan. I will lay out a different career path, a new lifestyle; and this time I will design a life with my little baby on it.
Sure it’s scary at first. But I strongly suggest you buy that kit and have that pregnancy test. It will save you the pressure of endless thinking and worrying, not to mention waiting for your monthly period to come. Try to do the test and if it’s negative, take that as a warning sign. If you think you’re not yet ready to have a baby then take precautions. However, if it returns a positive result, breathe first. You may cry if you want but after that try to get a hold of yourself. You may also want to talk to someone – your closest friend, or your mom. You’ll need all the support you can get. You don’t have to undergo this stage alone. Don’t think of it as a pain; rather think of it as a detour. You can still fix your career, your dreams, your life – but these will have to wait. For now, just try to think of your baby and the things you can do to raise him well. After all, a positive result on your pregnancy test is just the beginning of parenthood.
My son is 3 years old now and he is such an intelligent boy. He loves solving puzzles and playing LEGO. Sometimes he would look at me and smile, and I can’t help but stop my work and play with him. I am proud to be his mom and I hope that you are too with your kids.
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