I Don’t Want to Be Pregnant. Is Abortion My Only Option?
Seeing a positive pregnancy test when you weren’t planning on it, especially when considering abortion, can be shocking. Instant feelings of anxiety, confusion, and fear are common. If this is your experience, you’ve found a safe place to get answers. Women struggling with an unplanned pregnancy have options. Abortion is typically the only option that
Why Talk to Us About Abortion?
An unplanned pregnancy means you have a big decision to make. No matter which option you choose, your life is forever changed. At Heart of the Hills, we provide free and confidential options counseling. Although we don’t provide or refer for abortion, we want you to have factual information so you can make a confident
How Can I Recover Emotionally After An Abortion?
Have you recently had an abortion? Some women handle an abortion just fine but others can really struggle with mental health issues after the procedure. Take a few minutes to learn how to best support your mental and emotional health if you’ve had an abortion or are planning to in the near future. Don’t Push
3 Things Needed Before Abortion
Staring down at a positive pregnancy test can come as a shock. While you may have planned on having a child in the future, now doesn’t seem like the right time. Abortion might have come to mind, even though it is banned in Texas. Before crossing state lines to seek an abortion, you can protect
Is Abortion or Adoption Right for Me?
Discovering a pregnancy when it wasn’t planned can send some women into a panic to find a quick solution. If that’s you, rest assured you have time to take a breath. It’s important to evaluate all your options before deciding how to move forward. You may have already begun to look into an abortion, but
What Are The Mental Health Effects Of Abortion?
While every woman will react to her abortion differently, these are some of the common mental health effects of abortion: Everyone is different, and some women may experience other difficult emotions that can be challenging to live with. Speaking with a professional about the mental effects abortion can have on you is important if considering
What Is a Medical Abortion?
A medical abortion, also referred to as the abortion pill, is composed of two very powerful drugs: mifepristone and misoprostol. Mifepristone causes fetal demise by causing the lining of the uterus to thin and the fetus to detach. Misoprostol causes cramping and contractions to expel the fetal tissue and complete the abortion. Before considering a
What Are the Risks of Abortion?
If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy you may be considering an abortion. While there are different types of abortions, they are all medical procedures that carry a chance of side effects and risks. That’s why it’s important for you to have all the information you need, so you can make the best decision for
