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10-Week Limitation on the Abortion Pill

Why should I not use the abortion pill after 10 weeks? The abortion pill is only recommended through the 10th week of pregnancy. Why it matters: The FDA has approved the abortion pill to be taken through the 10th week based on the safety and efficacy of the medication. Past the 10th week, you’re at

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What is an Ectopic Pregnancy - ¿Qué es un embarazo ectópico?

What Is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

What is an ectopic pregnancy? An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg attaches itself somewhere outside the uterus, instead of to the uterus wall, according to The Mayo Clinic. Ectopic pregnancies typically occur in the fallopian tube, which transports eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. This is called a tubal pregnancy. Sometimes, however,

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