Posts Categorized: Abortion

Can Abortion Cause Infertility?

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There is a lot of misinformation and misconceptions surrounding abortion. There are socially-based myths, such as that women use abortion in place of birth control or that criminalizing abortions will stop them from happening. Then there are also medically-based myths, like that abortions are painful for the fetus or psychologically damaging to the women who… Read more »

Emergency Contraception and Abortion: Understanding the Differences

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It is crucial for everyone to have a good understanding of the pregnancy prevention and termination options available in the realm of reproductive health. Two terms that are frequently used in these discussions are emergency contraception and abortion. Despite their apparent similarities, they differ significantly in purpose, action, and timing. What Is Emergency Contraception? Emergency… Read more »

Understanding Your First Period After Abortion

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Navigating the emotional and physical aftermath of an abortion often requires patience, understanding, and information. One of the primary concerns women have post-abortion is regarding their menstrual cycle. Understanding the complexities and changes that may arise during the first period after an abortion can help ease anxieties and offer clarity. The Abortion Process and Its… Read more »

Understanding Grief After Abortion

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Choosing to terminate a pregnancy is never an easy decision to make. Even when it’s the right decision for your situation, you may experience unexpected emotions you’re unsure how to deal with. If you’re considering, planning, or have recently had an elective abortion, you need to be prepared for how the procedure could affect you not… Read more »

How Men Can Advocate for Women’s Reproductive Rights

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When discussing reproductive rights and women’s health, the conversation usually centers on the women who are impacted by these issues. However, men can play an important role in advocating for change and supporting these causes! It’s time to shift our perspective and consider how men can support women’s reproductive rights. Understanding Women’s Reproductive Rights Firstly,… Read more »

Choosing an Abortion Clinic: How to Find a Safe Provider

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Finding out you are unexpectedly pregnant can be a freighting experience. Determining that abortion is right for your situation can be equally difficult. Through this stressful and emotional journey, you will need the support of medical professionals you can trust. All abortion clinics are different, depending on where you live and how they operate. Choosing one… Read more »

How to Support Someone Having an Abortion

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When someone decides to terminate a pregnancy, they can face a lot of judgment and guilt from society and even people close to them. It can be an isolating experience that reveals who your true supporters and loved ones really are. Discussing abortion with your partner can be difficult if you choose to do so, and explaining… Read more »

What Is an Incomplete Abortion?

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The decision to go through with an abortion is a difficult and emotional experience. The last thing you want to worry about is possible complications from such a heart-wrenching procedure, but it’s important to know and understand the risks. An incomplete abortion means a woman’s pregnancy has ended, but her body has not fully expelled… Read more »

How to Discuss Abortion with Your Partner

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An unplanned pregnancy can be a difficult, emotional experience for a woman. You may feel scared, confused, and uncertain about how to move forward. Approaching your partner about the situation can be especially difficult if you’re thinking about terminating the pregnancy. Bringing up the possibility of abortion with your partner or informing them that you’ve… Read more »

How Does an Abortion Affect Your Menstrual Cycle?

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Medical and surgical abortions are low-risk procedures that can safely and effectively terminate pregnancies. That said, many women have questions about how their menstrual cycles might be affected in the aftermath of an abortion. During a medical abortion – in which the pregnancy is terminated using a combination of two pills – it’s normal for women to… Read more »