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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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