If you’re thinking about abortion, taking the time to gather all the facts can help you make an informed decision. Your pregnancy is unique, and there are all kinds of details you’ll want to know even before you schedule a procedure.
Pregnancy testing, ultrasound, and assessing the risks provide the information needed to explore all your options. Here’s what to consider before making your decision.
Get a Retest to Confirm Your Results
At-home pregnancy tests can be a helpful first step, but confirming your results at a center like Reach Out Pregnancy Center provides extra reassurance.
A retest can verify accuracy and ensure no errors in timing or test sensitivity. If your results are unclear or conflicting, getting tested in a supportive setting can give you the clarity you need to move forward.
Get Key Pregnancy Details
An ultrasound provides critical medical information that a pregnancy test alone cannot. This step helps you determine:
- Pregnancy location – Ensures the pregnancy is in the uterus and not ectopic, which can be life-threatening.
- Gestational age – Confirms how far along you are, which impacts your available options.
- Viability – Detects if the pregnancy is progressing or if a miscarriage has already occurred.
Without an ultrasound, you may not have all the necessary details to make a fully informed decision.
Understanding the Risks
Different abortion procedures come with different risks, and knowing what to expect can help you weigh your options carefully.
- Medical Abortion (Abortion Pill) – Possible risks include heavy bleeding, infection, incomplete abortion (which may require a surgical procedure), fever, and ongoing pregnancy if the medication is ineffective.
- Surgical Abortion – Potential risks include infection, damage to the cervix, uterine perforation, and scarring, which could lead to future fertility complications or painful periods.
Before making a decision, it’s essential to be fully informed about both the physical and emotional effects of abortion.
No-Cost Pregnancy Services
If you’re considering abortion, we encourage you to gather all the information first. At Reach Out Pregnancy Center, we offer no-cost pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds so you can confirm your pregnancy and explore your options in a supportive, pressure-free environment.
Contact us for an appointment today to take the next step with confidence. You don’t have to navigate this alone—we’re here to help.
*All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.