Family Planning Plus

If you are already pregnant, the morning after pill will not work for you. There is such a thing as a medical abortion, however. A medical abortion is a non-surgical procedure that uses various medications to end an established pregnancy. It can be performed in a doctor’s office or at home.

The decision to have an abortion is not an easy one.  Many important factors need to be taken into consideration…your health, your emotional and financial situation, your religious convictions, your personal beliefs, just to name a few.  Only you can decide what is best in your case. Furthermore, a decision must be reached rather quickly.  If you intend to continue your pregnancy, you ought to see a health care provider as soon as possible for prenatal care.  If you decide to terminate your pregnancy, you ought to do so as early as possible in your pregnancy.  Early abortion procedures are medically safer than are later procedures.  Before terminating your pregnancy, you must explore your feelings to be sure that it is the right decision for you.  If you are confused, talking things over with your partner, a parent, a relative, or a friend can help.  You can also discuss options with your health care provider; he or she will be able to answer questions about pregnancy and abortion.

If you’re trying to decide if abortion is the right option for you, you may find it helpful to list the advantages and disadvantages of having an abortion. Think about what advantages or disadvantages are most important to you. Consider how you feel and what you think about abortion, what you want for your life and for your family or future family.

If you are interested in learning more about this procedure, visit one or more of the following sites:

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/medical-abortion/MY00819

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/abortion/abortion-pill-medication-abortion-4354.asp

http://www.prochoice.org/about_abortion/facts/medical_abortion.html

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/unplannedpregnancy/medicalabortions.html

Our agency does not perform medical or surgical abortions. However, there are many providers who do. Consult the yellow pages or search online for the abortion clinic that is closest to you.