If you’re suddenly faced with an unplanned pregnancy, you may feel your only option is abortion. It isn’t. You actually have three options. If you are considering abortion, there are a few questions that need to be answered first.
The type of abortion you can have is determined by how long you have been pregnant and knowing whether the pregnancy is viable (living). Let us help you find the answer to these questions and many others. Follow our checklist.
Before you schedule your abortion, you need to confirm you are actually pregnant. Just because your period is late does not mean you are pregnant. Taking one of our pregnancy tests will help you answer this question.
According to research, up to 20% of known pregnancies end in a natural miscarriage, avoiding the need for an abortion. Let’s get you connected to a doctor who can verify if your pregnancy is at risk for miscarriage.
If we connect you with a doctor, they can also help you accurately determine how far along you are. This allows us to provide you with other important information that may determine what abortion options are available to you.
Knowing what to expect beforehand is always important when undergoing a serious medical procedure. The length of your pregnancy will determine whether you can have a medical or surgical abortion. We promise to provide truthful information that you may not get at another medical facility.
There are possible serious side effects and risks of abortion. For instance, are you aware that it’s possible to bleed for weeks afterward as your body gets rid of fetal tissue? The bleeding may even include blood clots the size of a lemon, based on how far along your pregnancy is. In addition to physical side effects and risks, there are also psychological and emotional side effects.
We all need someone to talk to at difficult times in our lives. Abortion is a big decision, and you may feel there is no one in your life you can talk to. Perhaps you don’t feel they’re trustworthy, or you are afraid to tell them about your unplanned pregnancy. We promise to be a non-judgmental place where you can talk freely and not worry about what others find out.
Only you know whether abortion is right for you. No one can decide for you, pressure you, or force you to have an abortion, even if you’re a minor. Forced abortion is against the law.
Believe it or not, you do have options for your unplanned pregnancy. Although abortion may seem like a quick way “to get rid of the problem,” there are lingering after-effects. If you have questions about abortion procedures or are curious about the options available to you, contact us. It costs nothing to chat. You and your future are important. We’re here for you.
