The abortion pill uses two drugs to end an early pregnancy. The first drug, mifepristone, blocks the hormone progesterone, which is needed for the pregnancy to continue. The second medication, misoprostol, is taken 24-48 hours later and causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy through cramping and bleeding. How far along you are, whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus, and your overall health all play a role in determining eligibility. That’s why confirmi

A perspective that honors women’s experiences and calls for deeper listening. When a woman steps into a doctor’s office, seeking help, she often expects two things: to be listened to and to be helped. Yet for many who use hormonal contraception or other medical birth control methods, the side effects they experience are minimized—called “normal,” “expected,” or even “all in your head.” Whether it’s through pregnancy decisions or family planning, we believe women should be be

I never walked into an abortion clinic, forced to pass protestors shouting and holding signs. I’ve never experienced a sidewalk advocate whispering prayers over me, my baby, or any of the other women lining up to be freed that day. I was never given a clipboard or asked to sign a consent form. I have never experienced sitting in an abortion clinic waiting room, hearing my name called, or witnessing my baby’s heartbeat flickering on an ultrasound screen. Instead, I walked to m