FAQ / Medication Abortion FAQ
FAQ / Medication Abortion FAQ
you are not alone
you are not alone
We know this process can feel isolating, confusing, and even scary — but you are not alone.
We know this process can feel isolating, confusing, and even scary — but you are not alone.
Millions of people have been through this, and you have nothing to be ashamed of. You’ve found this page because you’re seeking information and support, and we’re here for you.
Millions of people have been through this, and you have nothing to be ashamed of. You’ve found this page because you’re seeking information and support, and we’re here for you.
Before You Read
Below, we’ll answer some common questions to help you through this process.
To talk to someone non-judgemental if you are pregnant and unsure how to feel or what to do next:
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(Yes, it's okay to have more than one abortion!)
(Yes, it's okay to have more than one abortion!)
Are abortion pills by mail safe?
Are abortion pills by mail safe?
Are abortion pills by mail safe?
How safe are abortion pills?
How safe are abortion pills?
How safe are abortion pills?
How effective are abortion pills?
How effective are abortion pills?
How effective are abortion pills?
before taking the pills
Do I need to see a doctor in person before using the pills?
Do I need to see a doctor in person before using the pills?
Do I need to see a doctor in person before using the pills?
How do I know how far along I am?
How do I know how far along I am?
How do I know how far along I am?
Can I use pills if I’m over 12 weeks of pregnancy?
Can I use pills if I’m over 12 weeks of pregnancy?
Can I use pills if I’m over 12 weeks of pregnancy?
Support Contacts
Support Contacts
• Aya Contigo: Access a Spanish-language privacy-focused web app and WhatsApp chat for real-time support on self-managing a medication abortion and accessing contraception. Counselors are available daily from 9 AM to 9 PM (EST).
• Aya Contigo: Access a Spanish-language privacy-focused web app and WhatsApp chat for real-time support on self-managing a medication abortion and accessing contraception. Counselors are available daily from 9 AM to 9 PM (EST).
• M + A Hotline: Speak with a clinician at 1-833-246-2632 (Available from 8 AM to 1 AM EST).
• M + A Hotline: Speak with a clinician at 1-833-246-2632 (Available from 8 AM to 1 AM EST).
• Reprocare: Offers peer-based info and emotional support for anyone planning or having an abortion with pills. Call, text, or Signal message at 1-833-226-7821 (Available from 12 PM to 12 AM EST).
• Reprocare: Offers peer-based info and emotional support for anyone planning or having an abortion with pills. Call, text, or Signal message at 1-833-226-7821 (Available from 12 PM to 12 AM EST).
during the process
How will I feel during the process?
How will I feel during the process?
How will I feel during the process?
How to feel better?
How to feel better?
How to feel better?
What if I’m not feeling enough pain? Should I worry?
What if I’m not feeling enough pain? Should I worry?
What if I’m not feeling enough pain? Should I worry?
bleeding
What should I know about bleeding?
What should I know about bleeding?
What should I know about bleeding?
What if I am not bleeding enough?
What if I am not bleeding enough?
What if I am not bleeding enough?
What if I’m bleeding too much?
What if I’m bleeding too much?
What if I’m bleeding too much?
What if the bleeding has an odor?
What if the bleeding has an odor?
What if the bleeding has an odor?
Want to hear from others about their experiences?
Want to hear from others about their experiences?
• Watch videos of real stories.
after taking the pills
How to check if the abortion pills worked?
How to check if the abortion pills worked?
How to check if the abortion pills worked?
Do I need to see a doctor after using the pills?
Do I need to see a doctor after using the pills?
Do I need to see a doctor after using the pills?
What if I need to see a doctor?
What if I need to see a doctor?
What if I need to see a doctor?
What are some privacy tips?
What are some privacy tips?
What are some privacy tips?
What do I do in case of an emergency?
What do I do in case of an emergency?
What do I do in case of an emergency?
Need Supportive Providers?
Need Supportive Providers?
• Use this search tool to find post-abortion care near you. 🔍
The M+A Hotline may also be able to help you find a trusted and caring post-abortion provider near you.
• Use this search tool to find post-abortion care near you. 🔍
The M+A Hotline may also be able to help you find a trusted and caring post-abortion provider near you.
• If you have a regular doctor you can ask them for follow up care for a miscarriage. You can let them know you had a positive pregnancy test and bleeding. You do not have to tell them you took pills.
• If you have a regular doctor you can ask them for follow up care for a miscarriage. You can let them know you had a positive pregnancy test and bleeding. You do not have to tell them you took pills.
• We recommend against going to crisis pregnancy centers. Read more information here about what to expect if you find yourself at a crisis pregnancy center.
• We recommend against going to crisis pregnancy centers. Read more information here about what to expect if you find yourself at a crisis pregnancy center.
Need more help?
Languages Available:
English
English
Español
Español
To speak with a volunteer medical provider for information and support hotline hours are from 8 AM EST (5 AM PST) - 1 AM EST (10 PM PST). Calling and texting is only available in the United States. Someone will respond to your call or text within 1 hour.
To speak with a volunteer medical provider for information and support hotline hours are from 8 AM EST (5 AM PST) - 1 AM EST (10 PM PST). Calling and texting is only available in the United States. Someone will respond to your call or text within 1 hour.
Learn How to Use Pills
Trying To Find Where To Safely Get Abortion Pills?
Trying To Find Where To Safely Get Abortion Pills?
Trying To Find Where To Safely Get Abortion Pills?
Need More Support?
Need More Support?
Need More Support?
Need Emotional Support After An Abortion?
Need Emotional Support After An Abortion?
Need Emotional Support After An Abortion?
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Want To Learn More?
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Disclaimer
This information is not legal or medical advice and does not substitute professional consultation. Links to external organizations are provided for informational purposes only.