FYI most doctors will make you do a wee test if there is a possibility of pregnancy as they want an answer straight away if they are going to prescribe you something. They will charge between $10-$15 for the test usually (even if it is a bulk billing clinic). It's best to test yourself with a supermarket brand first as it's cheaper and less awkward. I personally hate having to do a wee test at the docs for any reason. Where I go the loo is in the waiting room and you have to walk past everyone with your jar, then back again.

For buying HPTs (or tampons, pads or condoms for that matter) without embarassment check out any newly refurbished Safeway store. They have the self check outs and no one has to know what you are buying. It's great.