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No matter what option you’re considering for your unexpected pregnancy, you deserve to have all the facts. If you are considering an abortion, please talk with an Options for Women advocate. Our staff is dedicated to helping you understand medical and surgical abortions and all the options available to you.
At your Options for Women appointment, our client advocates will make sure you have all the information you need to make the best decision for you. Contact us to schedule an appointment today.
When considering an abortion, it’s important to understand the various kinds of abortion procedures available to you. They fall into two different categories: Medical Abortions and Surgical Abortions.
Have you heard of the abortion pill? This is what is referred to as a medical abortion. It’s actually a series of two pills, one (mifepristone) taken at the doctor’s office or clinic where the abortion is prescribed, and the second (misoprostol) is taken at home at least 24 hours later.
Depending on how advanced your pregnancy is, there are a few different surgical procedures. All involve an injection to cause fetal demise, and all involve manual dilation of the cervix so the pregnancy can be expelled.
A surgical abortion is more invasive and must be completed at a clinic or hospital. It is usually more expensive than a medical abortion and can require a longer recovery time.
Like any medication or surgery, abortion can cause serious side effects and pose certain risks. You may experience nausea, cramping, bleeding, vomiting, and fatigue after a medical or surgical abortion. A surgical abortion carries the risk of a perforated uterus and/or damage to your cervix.
Our organization rececommends life-affirming services, therefore we do not recommend or refer for abortions or contraception.