What to Expect at Your First Visit to the Pregnancy Resource Center
Curious about what to expect when you visit the Pregnancy Resource Center for the first time? We’ll answer those questions to put your mind at ease.
If you’re facing an unexpected or unplanned pregnancy (or potential pregnancy), you might be especially nervous to visit our office or make that first phone call to schedule an appointment.
Here’s what you should know:
Our staff understands that this is a big deal for you, and they will do everything they can to make you comfortable!
Our #1 priority is to show you respect and dignity, in a professional and caring environment.
Unsure of What to Expect?
Talk to a staff member and find answers before you visit our office.
Below is a rundown of what to expect when you make an appointment with us to confirm your pregnancy.
This post medically reviewed by on-staff nurse, Tomi Matlock, RN.
Note: The information on this website is intended for general education purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional medical advice.
All of our services are free
First, we want you to know: we will not bill your insurance company or charge you anything for our services.
Our services are 100% free and confidential.
This includes the pregnancy test, ultrasound or any other services or resources you receive from our Center.
Bring a photo ID
We need some type of picture ID to allow us to verify your identity.
You can bring your driver’s license or non-driver’s license, passport, school ID or military ID.
If you don’t have these, bring whatever ID you might have.
You will complete an intake process
We start with a short intake form like you might complete at a doctor’s office.
But to make things simple, our Client Advocate or Nurse will go over it with you and ask the questions so that you don’t have to fill it out on your own.
This will help us to better understand your current situation and address any concerns you might have about a potential pregnancy.
The intake process should only take a few minutes.
If you have other children with you for your appointment, that’s ok, too!
We’ll administer your pregnancy test
Urine collection, testing and results will all be done in a private area and shared with you in a confidential manner.
Once the test results are available, staff will report and discuss them with you.
You will be given time to process the results and ask any questions that you may have.
Please note: our tests are lab-quality and highly accurate but are not early-detection pregnancy tests.
We will discuss your results
There are often a lot of emotions that can surface with either a positive or negative pregnancy test result.
We will give you time and space to process these feelings.
If your significant other (boyfriend or spouse) attends your appointment with you, we also encourage them to ask questions!
We want to make sure each of you has a chance to receive the information you need as you consider the future.
Our staff can provide medically-accurate information about pregnancy, fetal development, parenting, adoption and abortion (as well as the possible long-term effects of each decision).
We will also help you to identify resources and assistance available to you- either through our Center or from other agencies.
Choosing your next steps
With each positive test a letter of confirmation will be provided for your current pregnancy.
This confirmation can be used for making your first prenatal appointment and getting insurance or Medicaid coverage.
Keep in mind, the best way to medically confirm your pregnancy is with an ultrasound.
We can schedule an ultrasound to help determine gestational age, location of pregnancy (in uterus versus ectopic) and fetal heartbeat.
After the ultrasound, we will again let you process your thoughts and feelings and provide support and information for the journey ahead of you.
We will explain in detail the classes and programs we have available, if you choose to continue services with us.
(We hope you do!)
Ready to Schedule Your Visit?
Make an appointment for a free pregnancy test and ultrasound.
How to Schedule an Appointment
Now that you have an idea of what your initial visit will entail, it’s time to give us a call.
Don’t forget you can also hit the chat widget on this screen to make an appointment, or text: 417-275-0095.
We do take Walk-in visits for pregnancy tests during normal business hours (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 8:30 to 4).
However, to serve you best, we encourage making an appointment. (This way, you won’t have a long wait!)
Ultrasounds are generally by appointment only.
We look forward to serving you and are glad to answer any other questions you have before your visit. Contact us – we’re happy to help.
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Originally posted 7/18/19; last updated 6/18/26.
