It can be hard to know what to do when a pregnancy wasn’t expected. The questions come quickly, and clear answers aren’t always easy to find—especially if you’re trying to sort things out on your own.
This page was put together to offer some calm guidance. It covers questions we often hear from women in Fort Collins who aren’t sure where to start—things like how to get care without insurance, what stays private, and what kinds of support are available nearby.
There’s no pressure here. Just honest information and a reminder that you don’t have to figure everything out all at once.
Not having insurance can make everything feel more complicated, but there are still ways to get care. Some clinics in Fort Collins offer pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and early prenatal care at no cost or on a sliding scale. You don’t have to commit to anything just to get information. It’s okay to start small.
You can also connect with someone from A Friend for You. They can help you understand what’s available locally and walk with you through the process if you want support.
Yes. In Colorado, your medical information is protected by law. That includes pregnancy care. You have the right to privacy, and no one has to know unless you want them to.
When you reach out to a support service like A Friend for You, your conversations are kept confidential. You’re in control of what you share and when.
There’s no one right way to begin, but here’s a simple place to start:
If you’re not sure who to talk to, A Friend for You is here for that. Sometimes just having someone sit with you in it—without an agenda—can make things feel a little less heavy.
In Colorado, you have the right to make decisions about your pregnancy. State laws are designed to protect your privacy and your ability to access care.
It’s also okay if you’re still figuring things out. You don’t have to know everything right away. If you’d like to talk things through with someone who isn’t trying to persuade you one way or the other, A Friend for You can help with that. They aren’t a medical provider or a legal service, but they can help you find the right people to talk to and walk with you as you sort things out.
Finding support can feel like a challenge, especially if you’re trying to keep things private or don’t know where to begin. For a comprehensive list of local partners and resources, please explore Free or Low-Cost Pregnancy Resources in Northern Colorado article, but here are a few highlights of local organizations in Fort Collins that offer medical care, emotional support, or help with next steps.
Provides pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, options consultations, and STI testing in a supportive setting. All services are free and confidential. thealphacenter.org
Offers affordable or sliding-scale health services, mental health support, and help applying for insurance or Medicaid. healthdistrict.org
Provides pregnancy testing, prenatal care, and referrals. They work with insurance and can help you explore other options if you don’t have coverage. uchealth.org
A Friend for You is here to offer personal support—someone who will walk with you, not just hand you a list. One of the things they do best is helping women explore which resources feel most aligned with their situation, values, and questions. If you’re overwhelmed by options or unsure what kind of support fits your pregnancy journey, having someone by your side can make a big difference.
One of the things A Friend for You is known for is helping women explore which resources feel most aligned with their situation, values, and questions. If you’re overwhelmed or unsure what kind of support fits your pregnancy journey, having someone by your side can make a big difference.
This isn’t a clinic or a hotline. It’s one person, matched with you, who’s there to listen, offer support, and help you take the next step when you’re ready. Whether you want help sorting through options, need someone to go with you to an appointment, or just want to talk with someone who isn’t going to judge or push—you can reach out.
You don’t have to have a plan. You don’t even have to know what you need yet. Just know there’s someone here, ready when you are.
Explore real answers to questions about privacy, care, and next steps during an unplanned pregnancy in Fort Collins.
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