Celebrating Friendship and Love: Galentine's and Valentine's Day Ideas

February 2, 2023
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Hey there! February is here, and it's a time to celebrate love and friendship.


Valentine's Day has been around for ages, and it's a time when we can show appreciation for our significant others. But let's not forget about Galentine's Day, dedicated to celebrating the bond and friendship between female friends on February 13th. Despite these holidays being so close, why should we choose between love and friendship? Why not celebrate both? Valentine's and Galentine's Day are great opportunities to honor and appreciate all the meaningful relationships in our lives. So, don't pick sides; let's celebrate both this month!


Here are some ideas from Collage to make a memorable night bringing everyone together:

1. Plan a fun day trip. This could be trying out different coffee shops, exploring your local downtown, or venturing outdoors with a hike or sledding. With so many options available, you're sure to find something that everyone will enjoy.


2. Create a memory book. You can collect pictures, ticket stubs, notes, and other keepsakes from your relationship and put them in a book to look back on. Not only will it be a fun project to work on together, but it will also be a sentimental way to remember all the special moments of your relationship.


3. Organize a dinner with your group. Everyone can bring a dish to share and enjoy a delicious meal together. This can be a great opportunity to bond, catch up, and enjoy each other’s company.


4. Have a movie night. Pick a theme, like romantic comedies or action movies, and meet at the theater. You can make it even more fun by dressing up according to the theme or doing a movie marathon at home with snacks and drinks.


5. Plan a game night. You can play board games, video games, or even organize a tournament. Consider getting prizes for the night to inspire some friendly competition.


Ultimately, Valentine's and Galentine's Day celebrate love and friendship. At Collage, we believe that there’s beauty and value in everyone, and these two holidays are a great time to appreciate and honor the important relationships in your life!

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If your girlfriend is facing an unexpected pregnancy and considering the abortion pill, you're probably wondering about costs and whether insurance will cover it. Before considering the abortion pill, it’s vital that your girlfriend receives an ultrasound. We offer these at no cost with no insurance necessary. She can schedule a free, confidential appointment online at Collage. Can Your Insurance Cover Her? Health insurance covers the policyholder and enrolled dependents. A girlfriend typically isn't a covered dependent on your plan, which means your insurance generally won't pay for her medical care. The exception is if she's been added to your plan as a domestic partner and your employer allows that. Additionally, you may be able to extend insurance coverage to her after marriage if your policy allows this as a qualifying event. However, the chances of insurance covering an elective abortion are unlikely. What About Her Own Insurance in Nebraska? Under Nebraska law , standard health insurance plans in the state cannot cover elective abortion unless the insured purchases a separate abortion rider. Medicaid in Nebraska covers abortion only in limited circumstances. In most cases, the abortion pill in Nebraska will be an out-of-pocket cost. What She Should Know About the Drug The abortion pill uses two drugs. The first, mifepristone , blocks progesterone, a hormone required to sustain the pregnancy. The second, misoprostol , taken a day or two later, causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy tissue. The FDA approves this drug regimen through 10 weeks of gestation. Nebraska law also requires that the abortion pill be prescribed and administered in person by a physician. Complications can include heavy bleeding, infection , incomplete abortion, and digestive system discomfort. If the drug does not fully end the pregnancy, a follow-up procedure might be required. Getting the Facts First A free ultrasound at Collage confirms your girlfriend’s gestational age, whether the pregnancy is in the uterus, and whether the pregnancy is progressing. An ectopic pregnancy (when the pregnancy implants outside the uterus) requires different medical treatment than abortion, and could be life-threatening if left untreated. An ultrasound can rule out this complication. Schedule a free, confidential appointment at Collage today. Call: 308.234.9880 in Kearney or 308.675.2217 in Grand Island. *All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing. **Collage does not provide or refer for abortions; however, we do offer pre-abortion screening through our no-cost services.
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