How Do I Choose Between Pills and a Procedure?
Choosing between abortion pills and an in-clinic procedure depends on how far along you are, how private your home situation is, how quickly you want the process completed, and how much medical support you want nearby. Both options can be safe and effective, but they feel very different emotionally and physically. If you want to […]
Can I Switch From Abortion Pills to a Procedure?
Yes, you can switch from abortion pills to an in-clinic abortion procedure, but what happens next depends on whether you have already taken any medication. If you have not taken the pills yet, switching is usually simple. If you already took the first or second medication, contact your provider before taking any more pills so […]
What Pain Relief Can I Get During Abortion Care?
During abortion care, you can access several types of pain relief ranging from over-the-counter medications to deep sedation. For medication abortions at home, management relies on high-dose ibuprofen and anti-nausea prescriptions. For in-clinic procedures, choices expand from local numbing blocks (local anesthesia) and oral sedatives to intravenous (IV) conscious sedation or general anesthesia, depending on […]
Can I Eat Before an In-Clinic Abortion?
Whether you can eat before an in-clinic abortion depends entirely on the type of pain management or sedation you choose. If you receive local anesthesia (numbing injections only), you are encouraged to eat a light meal beforehand to stabilize your blood sugar. If you choose intravenous (IV) sedation or general anesthesia, you must fast completely […]
Can I Return to Work Right After an Abortion?
Most individuals can safely return to work 1 to 2 days after an abortion, depending on how they feel and the physical demands of their job. Those undergoing an in-clinic procedure without heavy sedation often return the next day, while those managing a medication abortion at home usually require at least one full day off […]
Diarrhea After Misoprostol: How Long It Lasts and What Helps
You take misoprostol and soon develop diarrhea. It’s uncomfortable, unexpected, and can leave you wondering whether something is wrong. If this is happening to you right now, here’s the short answer before anything else: diarrhea after misoprostol is a common, expected side effect for many people, and on its own, it is not a sign […]
Can Birth Control Affect Your Period? Common Changes Explained
You start birth control expecting pregnancy prevention but suddenly your period is lighter, irregular, or disappears altogether. For many people, this is unexpected, and it can cause real anxiety about whether something is wrong. The short answer is yes, birth control can and does affect your period, and in most cases the changes you are […]