Question 1

How Much Does an Abortion Cost?

Accepted Answer

A Women’s Pregnancy Center does not provide or refer for abortions; therefore, we do not advertise abortion pricing. When a woman is seeking an abortion, it is important to confirm she is truly pregnant, and that she has a viable, uterine pregnancy. We can confirm this by providing a medical grade pregnancy test and limited ultrasound, free of charge.

Question 2

What Do I Need Before My Abortion?

Accepted Answer

Your situation is unique to you. There are a few ways you can prepare to ensure your safety and health before having an abortion though.

1.) Verification of Pregnancy
It’s possible that you tested positive on a home pregnancy test but are not currently pregnant. 

According to the Mayo Clinic, it’s likely that more than 20% of early pregnancies end in miscarriage. Additionally, various factors can sometimes lead to inaccurate results on home tests.

Question 3

Why Does Medical-Grade Pregnancy Testing Matter?

Accepted Answer

To rule out the uncertainty, take a medical-grade pregnancy test. At AWPC, we provide this service at no charge.

If the test is negative but you’re still missing your period, there’s a chance you could be dealing with a different issue, such as a thyroid disorder or a problem with your ovaries.

If the test is positive, we can assist you with the next two steps.

Question 4

Why Do STIs/STDs Matter?

Accepted Answer

Having an abortion with an untreated STI/STD could increase your risk of developing a pelvic infection called PID.

Because of this, it’s best to get screened and treated for STDs before your abortion. 

Our sexual health team can discuss your health history with you and offer screening recommendations, along with connecting you to low-cost testing and treatment.

Question 5

Why Do Ultrasounds Matter?

Accepted Answer

It’s important to confirm how long you’ve been pregnant, the progression, and the location of your pregnancy because that will determine which type of abortion procedure you’re eligible for. 

An Ultrasound Reveals How Long You’ve Been Pregnant
When an ultrasound is conducted, the sonographer will take measurements to determine how long you may have been pregnant. Depending on the length and progression of your pregnancy, you may be eligible for the abortion pill, or you may need a surgical abortion.

Confirming the number of weeks and progression of your pregnancy will help you consider the options available to you.

An Ultrasound Reveals The Location of Your Pregnancy
Some pregnancies occur outside of the uterus, which can lead to serious harm. If you have an ectopic pregnancy, you will need specialized medical attention, and the FDA advises you not to take the abortion pill.  

The only way to know the location is with an ultrasound. For your own safety, you’ll want this confirmation before your abortion. Our free non-diagnostic ultrasounds make this information readily available to you.

Question 6

Will My Insurance Pay For My Girlfriend’s Abortion?

Accepted Answer

Abortion laws are changing nationwide. Several states, including Florida, do not allow state or federal funds to pay for abortions. 

Even though most auto insurance companies provide the same basic coverage, health insurance coverage varies. It often only covers the employee and their spouse and children, not their girlfriend.

Question 7

Is Adoption the Best Option For You?

Accepted Answer

Though the decision to place for adoption is never easy, it can be a positive pregnancy alternative. Women who choose adoption will still experience feelings of loss, but choosing adoption provides the birth mother with the freedom to decide how she wants her child to grow up, and how much involvement she would like, whether through an open, semi-open, or closed adoption.

Question 8

Is Adoption the Right Choice for Me?

Accepted Answer

If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, regardless of which option you choose moving forward, things will always be a bit different. There is never a full “reset” after any pregnancy decision, but we are here to help make that process as smooth and easy as possible. Each option presents its own set of challenges.  For example, parenting is a lifelong commitment, abortion could result in Post Abortion Stress or mental health struggles according to clinical studies, and while adoption is an extremely selfless option, there is still an element of loss.

Question 9

Is Financial Assistance Available?

Accepted Answer

Financial instability is often a central concern for women facing an unplanned pregnancy. With adoption, many state agencies provide some type of financial assistance for birth mothers who choose this option. Birth mothers are often helped with medical pills for their prenatal appointments and sometimes even assisted financially by the adoptive families. Additionally, the adoption agency that our Center directly works with covers all prenatal costs, making the adoption process completely free for pregnant women.

Question 10

How Likely Is an Incomplete Abortion?

Accepted Answer

There are limited studies on how common incomplete abortion is. However, according to one Finnish study conducted on almost 5,000 abortions, an incomplete abortion was the most common complication related to medical abortions performed under 12 weeks.

The overall abortion-related complication rate is around 2%. If a woman experiences an incomplete abortion, then surgical intervention may be required.

Question 11

What Is an Incomplete Abortion?

Accepted Answer

When abortion is “incomplete”, it doesn’t mean that your pregnancy is still growing. An incomplete abortion means that, whether it’s a surgical or medication abortion, the pregnancy remnants were not successfully removed or expelled from your uterus. 

This can cause infection and should be treated immediately.

Question 12

What Does Abortion Look Like?

Accepted Answer

An elective abortion is when a woman chooses to terminate a viable pregnancy. Specific criteria such as health history, gestational age, medications, and other factors will most likely determine the type of abortion procedure selected. Knowing the risks and health impacts of this procedure is important to protect your health and safety.

The Mayo Clinic states, “Having a medical abortion is a major decision with emotional and psychological consequences. If you're considering this procedure, make sure you understand what it entails, its side effects, possible risks, complications, and alternatives.” 

Receiving proper support is important; speaking with someone you trust, like a local pregnancy center, can prove helpful in answering questions and concerns you may have. As with any medical procedure, abortion comes with risks, which you deserve to know about prior to this decision. If you are considering abortion, our Center provides a Pre-Abortion Assessment. This allows you to verify your pregnancy through a medical-grade test and limited ultrasound, as well as gain information on each of the different abortion procedures. You owe it to yourself to be fully informed of this choice.

Question 13

What Does Adoption Look Like?

Accepted Answer

An adoption is an option many women choose for a variety of reasons. One reason is that this option allows hopeful couples to grow and complete their families, a lifetime gift. Additionally, several options under the adoption umbrella enable women to personally tailor what adoption will look like for them and their children. 

Options include: 

Open Adoption: All types of contact are shared, and the adopted child maintains a relationship with their birth parents. 
Semi-Open Adoption: Pre- and post-placement phone calls, emails, meetings, and information is mediated through an adoption professional. The more contact and information shared, the more open the relationship can become. Women can choose and agree with the adopted family on how many contacts they will participate in. 
Closed Adoption: The birth mother chooses not to have any contact with the adoptive family or child; all identifying records are legally sealed. 

Adoption is a completely free pregnancy option, as all of your medical costs would be covered through the adoption agency our Center works with. Additionally, you have freedom in deciding how you want to move forward in your relationship with your child, as well as the choice to determine which family they are placed with.

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