Submitted by: A J In February in my first year of university I got pregnant. I met my boyfriend in the September prior, and we both decided we can’t raise a baby and still carry on with university and achieve our dream careers. On March the 14th I had an abortion. My boyfriend didn’t come. I … [Read more...] about Sad but okay
If you’re scared, read this
Submitted by: Jay Today I had a surgical abortion under twilight sedation at 7w 2d. I have terrible anxiety and scored the internet for days leading up to my procedure trying to find a story that would ease my mind, so I hope this can be that story for someone else. I am 24 and the mother of a … [Read more...] about If you’re scared, read this
Fall 2019 Webinar Series
Pro-Voice Abortion Care We are aware many of you provide daily support to people who have had abortions and may be looking for ways to expand your knowledge or build on your skills. In the interest of sharing our approach to post-abortion support more broadly Exhale is launching a Fall … [Read more...] about Fall 2019 Webinar Series
Miss
Submitted by: R H Yesterday morning I had a surgical abortion with local anaesthetic, at around 6 1/2 weeks pregnant. I just wanted to share my honest experience for anyone who is worrying about going through the same. My period was a few days late and as I am usually very regular I panicked … [Read more...] about Miss
Exhale Launches Free and Confidential Post-Abortion Support Textline
Contact: Susan Chorleyinfo@exhaleprovoice.org | 857-728-1318 SAN FRANCISCO — To better address the emotional health needs of people who have experienced abortion, today Exhale launched a free, confidential abortion support textline. The new textline will complement Exhale’s confidential … [Read more...] about Exhale Launches Free and Confidential Post-Abortion Support Textline
It’s been 8 years and I think of you
Submitted by: Ada Jane I always wanted kids. I was newly married and we were scared. I was immature. We decided on abortion. We wanted more time alone together. Time to grow together. The night before I put my hand over my womb and I told you that I was sorry. That I loved you and to please come … [Read more...] about It’s been 8 years and I think of you
A Serenity Prayer
Submitted by: Alex This retelling of my story is going to be longer than I want it to be. I will write it anyway. The bottom line is, I was eighteen and alone when I got an abortion. I was partially on my own due to circumstance, but more importantly I sat in the Planned Parenthood alone by my … [Read more...] about A Serenity Prayer
My Biggest Loss
Submitted by: Heartbroken Mama Hyperemesis Gravidarum. My worst nightmare. The cause of so many of my struggles. I spent 18 months of my life puking. 18 months. Let’s let this sink in for a minute. 18 freaking months of my life tortured by nausea and vomiting, fearing for my life and the … [Read more...] about My Biggest Loss
Surgical Abortion with Local Anesthesia
Submitted by: Ciera So I am 23 years old, and I found out I was pregnant by a guy who was not my boyfriend whom I just started having sex with, only one a half months prior. I was in shock when I looked at the stick and the words read pregnant. I found out so early in the pregnancy that the … [Read more...] about Surgical Abortion with Local Anesthesia
Surgical 9wks and 4 days
Submitted by: Tiara Ramen Hi, I am 26 years old, single mother to a 2-year-old, and married to a narcissist. My husband was unemployed, abusive (physical, verbally, and emotionally) and a drug addict. Last month, he got arrested and in put jail for domestic violence. For 2 weeks I was sick … [Read more...] about Surgical 9wks and 4 days
You can do this
Submitted by: Sharon I never thought in a million years I would have an abortion -- especially not on my first pregnancy, before I had children and at the age of 30. But here I am to tell you that it doesn't matter the circumstances if it is the right thing for you at this time. I still plan … [Read more...] about You can do this
Inhale and Exhale
Submitted by: Anonymous I just had a D&E done today. I found out this past Saturday and it hasn’t been a full 6 days and I’m already done. It’s a lot of feelings, and usually I’m very articulate with what I’m going through. Usually helping my friends through whatever they’re going … [Read more...] about Inhale and Exhale
Radical transparency & an ask of you
A letter from Sarah White, President of the Board of Directors As I reflect on these past 7 months of board service, I am truly proud of our accomplishments as an organization, and I am honored to be working with an Executive Director and Board of Directors so dedicated to opening up … [Read more...] about Radical transparency & an ask of you
A Positive Abortion Story to Give Others Strength and Hope
Submitted by: F.M. For all the women reading this, I hope this story gives you hope and strength because I promise, the process may be a lot easier than anticipated. Below is my story of truly a very positive experience, so please keep reading. When I found out, I was terrified…. Being someone … [Read more...] about A Positive Abortion Story to Give Others Strength and Hope
Surgical Abortion
Submitted by: Kayla I wrote a post and submitted it a few days ago about how terrible I imagined I would feel after the abortion. Well, I had the surgical abortion yesterday at 7 weeks 2 days. I’m amazed at how normal I feel. I’m just holding on to my breath like... does the guilt settle in … [Read more...] about Surgical Abortion
7 weeks, mother of 2 year old
Submitted by: Kayla This is such a difficult situation that I never predicted I would choose to make. Having one child already makes this decision easier and more difficult simultaneously. I think about the fact that the once growing child in my stomach when I wasn’t ready to parent, is now a … [Read more...] about 7 weeks, mother of 2 year old
6 weeks and 6 days
Submitted By: Yani My period was late, at first, I didn't worry because its happened before because of stress and I thought this was no different, but I decided to take a test just to ease my mind. It only made things worse. All three sticks read positive. I was in shock, I couldn't believe it to … [Read more...] about 6 weeks and 6 days
Miss
Submitted by: Dannie Today I had my procedure done and I don’t know how to feel. I feel sad sometimes, then I feel a little relief. I do want to become a mother, but the timing right now is so off and so wrong. I made the best decision for me. My boyfriend understands and we both decided it … [Read more...] about Miss
Surgical Abortion Experience: Just the Facts
Submitted by: J If you’re reading this and you’re freaking out about the pain (like I was), and the procedure in general, I’m here to tell you: you can do this. Before my abortion, I read everything I could find online about the procedure. I have an extremely low pain tolerance, so I was … [Read more...] about Surgical Abortion Experience: Just the Facts
Catholic government worker story
Submitted by: Ellie Many years ago, I worked for Medicaid as a hospital representative. A good Italian cafeteria Catholic in her early 30's living the good life. I had no feeling about abortion one way or the other. My coworker received requests from physicians to terminate pregnancies for … [Read more...] about Catholic government worker story
Concerned Mother
Submitted By: Anonymous I was 17 when I got pregnant, because I was stupid and didn’t go to Planned Parenthood to get contraceptives. I schedule my abortion appointment, but fortunately miscarried a few days before. I never admitted to my mother I got pregnant, but it did finally ask her to … [Read more...] about Concerned Mother