FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I know I am pregnant?
You may suspect pregnancy after a missed period and a variety of other symptoms such as frequent urination, nausea, breast tenderness, mood swings and tiredness. However, to confirm a pregnancy, you should take a test and then confirm the status of your pregnancy with an ultrasound.
How far along am I in my pregnancy?
Pregnancy is measured from the first day of your last menstrual period before conception. However, the most accurate way to determine the age of the pregnancy is to have an ultrasound.
How much does an abortion cost?
Abortion costs depend on a variety of factors including: how far along you are in the pregnancy, the type of abortion procedure used and the type of anesthesia selected for the procedure. Prices range from several hundred dollars to several thousand dollars depending on these factors.
What are the risks involved in an abortion?
Complications of abortion may include the following: heavy bleeding, infection, incomplete abortion, allergic reactions to drugs, tearing of the cervix, scarring of the uterine lining, perforation of the uterus, damage to internal organs, and death. Other risks of abortion include: a possible increase in risk of breast cancer, difficulties with future pregnancies and emotional and spiritual consequences.
