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HOW TO ACCESS SAFE ABORTION CARE

Your abortion checklist, April 19, 2022

UH OH! You forgot to take the pill, one of those swimmers made it and now you’re pregnant. It’s time to access an abortion (In this scenario you are going that route) but there’s so much to do to prepare! Don’t worry, here’s how to access an abortion, while doing so SAFELY

  • Confirm you are pregnant! If you are unsure, ask the clinic to provide a free pregnancy test, or even an ultrasound. Make sure your pregnancy is progressing normally
  • Be informed of the risk of an abortion! Though non-surgical methods are over 90% Effective and have hardly any complications, it is still important to be informed of all the risks and outcomes that come with an abortion. You have a legal right to know.
  • Make sure the information you are receiving is unbiased and you are in the care of a professional. Research your clinician and/or abortion provider. Research the clinic as well. Make sure you are 100% comfortable with your choice. Make sure they are a safe practice.
  • Understand the emotional complications that arise with abortion. Do your own research and ask your provider!
  • Research the alternatives. Your abortion provider may also tell you the alternatives to abortion!
  • Get in touch with your feelings. Understand that it is okay to have an abortion and it is okay to change your mind. Make sure you are confident in your decision and someone else isn’t pressuring you or making the decisions for you.
  • Make sure the Abortion clinic provides written proof that they will continue to care for you if side effects or complications arise because of abortion.
  • Make sure you get tested for STDs prior to the abortion. The clinic should provide that!

    • Now you know what to do in case you need to have an abortion. There’s a lot of steps, but if you follow them all, you are doing a huge favor to your physical, emotional, and mental health!