Abortion Alternatives FAQs
Making the Decision to Carry to Term
If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may be considering and researching abortion. While this is a difficult subject, we want to help you make a fully-informed decision. That means understanding the most common abortion procedures, their risks, and the alternatives to abortion that are available to you. Our team has answered some of the most common questions about abortion below. Our caring and knowledgeable team members are also available at 336-274-4881 to help you navigate a path forward.
Does The Pregnancy Network perform abortions?
No, we do not perform or refer for abortions or provide any abortion services. This is out of care for your personal health.
Why do you provide information about abortion procedures?
We believe it is critical for you to make a fully-informed decision. This is why we aim to be a resource to help you learn about abortion options and their risks as you navigate an unplanned pregnancy—and make you aware of the abortion alternatives available to you.
What is an abortion?
An abortion is a procedure intended to terminate, or end, a pregnancy.
What are the most common abortion procedures?
We have information on our website about common abortion procedures performed during the first, second, and third trimester and their associated complications.
What are the risks associated with abortion?
While each procedure has specific risks, general side effects and risks include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, heavy bleeding, injury to the uterus or cervix, lacerations, uterine perforations, hemorrhage, infection, future pregnancy complications, and maternal death.
What happens after you have an abortion?
Recovery from an abortion can be a long and difficult journey. We have worked with many clients who have found healing after their abortion experience. We strongly urge you to listen to their abortion stories and the impact that having an abortion had on their life. The Pregnancy Network offers a confidential Abortion Recovery class to help you find hope and healing after an abortion. Abortion Recovery will help you work through the difficulties and tensions you may be facing. Call us at (336) 274-4881 to ask about our Abortion Recovery class.
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If you feel ready to discuss your personal situation and learn more about abortion, please schedule an appointment. We know how difficult this topic is, and we are here to talk you through your fears, hopes, and options for the future.