Someone asked us: Is getting an abortion scary? Getting an abortion can feel scary, especially if it’s your first time or you don’t know what to expect. Many people feel anxious about the pain, the procedure itself, or the decision they’re making. However, knowing what will happen, having good pain management, and accessing supportive care […]

Someone asked us: How to heal after an abortion? Healing after an abortion involves both physical and emotional recovery. Physically, your body needs rest, proper nutrition, and time to return to normal, which usually takes 2-4 weeks. Emotionally, healing looks different for everyone and may involve processing your feelings, seeking support, and being gentle with […]

Someone asked us: Will I feel guilty after an abortion? You might feel guilty, or you might not. Everyone’s emotional response to abortion is different and deeply personal. Research shows that the most common emotion people feel after abortion is relief, not guilt or regret. Studies find that 95% of people don’t regret their abortion […]

Someone asked us: How does an abortion feel? An abortion feels different depending on which type you choose. With the abortion pill, you’ll experience strong cramping similar to very bad period cramps that comes in waves for several hours, along with heavy bleeding, nausea, and sometimes chills or dizziness. With surgical abortion, you’ll feel brief […]

Someone asked us: What if I need an abortion but I have no money? You can still get an abortion even without money. Multiple financial assistance options exist including abortion funds, Medicaid coverage, payment plans, and sliding-scale fees based on income. In Illinois, Medicaid covers abortion at no cost if you qualify, and many abortion […]

Someone asked us: What hurts more, abortion or birth? Birth hurts significantly more than abortion. Childbirth involves many hours of progressively intensifying contractions pushing a full-term baby through the birth canal, while abortion involves much shorter cramping to expel early pregnancy tissue. Most people who’ve experienced both describe childbirth as far more painful and exhausting, […]

Someone asked us: Is abortion more painful than miscarriage? No, abortion is generally not more painful than miscarriage. The pain levels are quite similar because both involve your uterus contracting to expel pregnancy tissue. Many people who’ve experienced both say the cramping feels nearly identical, like severe menstrual cramps or early labor contractions lasting several […]

Someone asked us: What hurts more, the abortion pill or the procedure? The abortion pill typically causes more overall pain than a surgical procedure, but the pain is spread over several hours at home rather than concentrated in a few minutes at a clinic. With the pill, you’ll experience strong cramping for 3-6 hours that […]

Someone asked us: Is the abortion pill painful at 6 weeks? Yes, the abortion pill at 6 weeks is painful, but most people describe it as strong menstrual cramps rather than unbearable pain. The cramping typically feels like a very heavy, intense period with pain lasting 3-5 hours at its worst. At 6 weeks, the […]

Many OB-GYNs can provide the abortion pill, but it depends on your location and their specific practice. In states where abortion is legal, many private doctors prescribe these medications. However, some providers may refer you to a specialized clinic due to hospital policies or individual state restrictions. Quick Facts for 2026 Provider Access: Approximately 25% […]