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Abortion is a medical procedure and, like any medical intervention, it carries potential risks. Taking the time to understand the procedures and their implications will help you make an informed choice.

We offer support from a holistic perspective. If your pregnancy test is positive, you may request a non-diagnostic ultrasound at no cost. This scan provides vital information, such as:

• How far along you are (gestational age)

• Where the pregnancy is located (to rule out ectopic pregnancy)

• Whether the pregnancy appears to be developing normally

Sometimes a pregnancy test is positive, but the ultrasound reveals that the pregnancy is not viable. In fact, up to 1 in 5 pregnancies naturally end in miscarriage — information that could impact your next steps.

Our Client Advocate is here to guide you through the appointment in a calm, respectful, and professional manner.

You don’t have to make this decision alone. Let us help you feel informed and supported.

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Current Abortion Regulations

Abortion was legalised in the Republic of Ireland in 2019. The majority of abortions are being done in the first trimester with abortion pills. There is a 3-day waiting period in place which gives the opportunity for reflection on the decision being made. Your medical history will be taken in your first appointment by specific doctors who have signed up to the scheme (your own GP may not be involved) and if the decision is taken to proceed with the abortion, the pills will be dispensed after the 3-day waiting period. It is important that you are sure of your dates. Taking pills beyond 9 weeks and 6 days may cause medical issues for you. Having an ultrasound scan to determine your dates is very important if you are unsure. At the Advocate Women’s Centre we may offer you (subject to certain criteria) a limited, non-diagnostic abdominal scan at no cost, which can provide you with the critical information that you need to know.

Abortion has not yet been fully ‘commissioned’ in Northern Ireland, but it is legal. In October 2019, abortion was decriminalised in Northern Ireland. An interim early medical abortion service was established in April 2020. Early abortions are available up to 9 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy (dated from the first day of your last menstrual period).

We strongly advise against ordering abortion pills online since they may not be from a reputable source.

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Medical Abortion: What to Expect

Medical abortion, often referred to as the “abortion pill,” involves taking two medications.

The first medication, mifepristone, blocks the hormone progesterone, which is necessary to maintain a pregnancy. This causes the uterine lining to break down, preventing the embryo from staying implanted. Nausea is a common side effect.

The second medication, misoprostol, is taken 24 to 48 hours later. It causes the uterus to contract, leading to cramping and bleeding to expel the pregnancy. This step may be done at home or in a medical setting.

If you're taking the pills at home, it's important to have someone with you. You may experience:

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Fever

• Chills

• Diarrhea

• Headache

Seek medical attention if you experience:

• Heavy bleeding (soaking two or more pads per hour for two hours)

• Severe abdominal or back pain

• A fever lasting more than 24 hours

• Foul-smelling vaginal discharge

Also consider reaching out for psychological support if needed.

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