Is Abortion or Adoption Right for Me?

Is Abortion or Adoption Right for Me?

An unexpected pregnancy can leave you feeling pulled in different directions. You may be weighing your options and wondering what each path could mean for your future. At Aid for Women, Illinois, we provide no-cost, confidential support so that every client can...
Why Does an Ultrasound Matter if I’m Considering Abortion?

Why Does an Ultrasound Matter if I’m Considering Abortion?

Even if you are leaning towards terminating your pregnancy, an ultrasound is a recommended step because a positive pregnancy test is only part of the picture. An ultrasound provides crucial details that can affect your health and the options available to you. At Aid...
What Are the Different Types of Abortion?

What Are the Different Types of Abortion?

If you are facing an unexpected pregnancy, you may want to understand your options before you decide anything. Learning how abortion works is a reasonable place to start, and you deserve clear, accurate information without any pressure. At Aid for Women, you can...
Is Abortion or Adoption Right for Me?

Is Abortion or Adoption Right for Me?

If you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy, you may feel like you’re standing at a crossroads, wondering which path is right for you. Perhaps you’ve already decided you aren’t ready to parent, but now you’re trying to decide between abortion and adoption. Both are...
What Are the Signs of an Incomplete Abortion?

What Are the Signs of an Incomplete Abortion?

If you’ve recently had an abortion and something doesn’t feel right, it’s important to pay attention to your symptoms. Whether you’ve had a medical abortion or a surgical abortion, a potentially life-threatening complication you might experience is an incomplete...
What Are the Mental Health Effects of Abortion?

What Are the Mental Health Effects of Abortion?

Just as you consider the physical effects of an abortion, it’s also reasonable to consider the mental health effects. Every woman’s experience varies, but research suggests women are at a higher risk of experiencing negative mental health impacts and substance...