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Before Abortion
Thinking about an abortion? Make sure you know the
answers to these 4 questions before scheduling an abortion.
A pregnancy evaluation is standard care for any woman
considering abortion.
4 things to do before you have an abortion:
1. Make sure your pregnancy is viable
A viable pregnancy means a developing fetus is present and alive. 1 in 5 pregnancies end on their own before 7 weeks, many times without you knowing [1].
A pregnancy test alone is not a reliable source to confirm viability.
2. Find out how far along you are
How far along you are in your pregnancy (also known as gestational age) influences what abortion options you may be eligible for and how much it will cost.
Accidently taking the abortion pill after 11 weeks increases your risk for an incomplete abortion and serious complications.
An ultrasound can help determine an accurate gestational age.
3. Get tested for STIs
Having an abortion with an undetected STI increases your risk for complications during the procedure and may lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) which can affect future reproductive health [2,3].
4. Understand abortion specifics, risks, and complications
You deserve to be fully informed. Before making a decision, it’s important for a medical professional to educate you on how each abortion procedure is performed, how it will affect your body, and what complications and risks are possible.
Our medical professionals at Harmony can talk you through these specifics and make sure you feel confident in your pregnancy decision.
Harmony is your first step.
Harmony offers free pregnancy evaluations that include:
- No-cost lab-quality pregnancy test
- No-cost ultrasound
- No-cost STI testing that screens for chlamydia and gonorrhea
- Abortion information on procedures, risks, and side effects
- Pregnancy options, resources, and more.
What Do I Need to Know Before an Abortion?
Will abortion affect my mental health?
Every woman experiences abortion differently. Some feel relief, while some feel grief, anxiety, and depression immediately after or years down the road.
81% of women who have an abortion are more likely to experience some sort of mental health effect. You can learn more about what it might look like after abortion, both emotionally and physically, in our article: “Abortion Recovery: What to Expect.”
Will having an abortion affect my relationship?
Abortion might feel like a simple solution to an unexpected situation, but the reality is that it won’t solve every problem, and in some cases, it can make things even more difficult.
Nearly half of relationships undergo significant strain after abortion. Many couples reported increased conflict and loss of trust, making their relationships much harder to maintain. Read more in our article: “How many relationships stay together after abortion?”
We are here to process and talk about your situation with you. You don’t have to make this decision alone.
What to expect after taking the abortion pill?
We believe when a woman is fully informed about all her options, she can make a confident and empowered decision.
Get answers to your top 10 abortion pill questions in our article HERE.
At Harmony, we offer answers to these crucial questions in a free, confidential appointment.
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Harmony Women’s Care
845 North Main St.
Suite 3
Providence, RI 02904
(Patient parking on Abbott Street)
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