Every woman will have a different emotional reaction to experiencing an abortion. Some women only feel relief, while others struggle with sadness, guilt, shame, regret, or grief. These feelings may be immediate, or they may take years to surface.  No one can accurately predict how an individual woman’s mental health will be affected by abortion. 

There are many potential risks associated with abortion. It’s important to discuss your options and understand what those risks are. Different types of abortions can pose various factors of concern.  Some adverse reactions to any abortion procedure include extreme bleeding, allergic reactions to medications utilized, infection, or incomplete abortion. You will want to discuss risks