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Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy can be hard. If you’re unsure what your options are, Alcove Health can help. Whether you’re contemplating abortion, adoption, or parenthood, we can provide you with objective information so you can make the most-informed decision for you.
There are two different types of abortion: surgical and medical. Medical abortion is also known as the abortion pill. However, it’s important to note that it’s actually a combination of two different medications – mifepristone and misoprostol – taken with a time gap of 24-48 hours. This type of abortion is an option for those who are up to 10 weeks pregnant. After 10 weeks, a medical abortion is no longer considered a safe choice and a surgical abortion would need to be considered instead.
Alcove Health is not an abortion clinic. We do not perform or refer for abortions. However, our team of Advocates and Registered Nurses is readily accessible to have judgment-free conversations with you about your options and address any questions you might have.
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An ultrasound exam plays an important role in your decision, whether it is abortion, adoption, or parenting, and provides you with the information you need to make an informed decision about your reproductive health.
Location of Pregnancy:
An ultrasound shows the inside of the uterus. A pregnancy may develop inside the uterus (called an “intrauterine pregnancy”) or outside the uterus (called an “ectopic pregnancy,” which can be life-threatening for the woman). Before any abortion procedure, an ultrasound is necessary to confirm that the pregnancy is intrauterine.
Fetal Heartrate:
An ultrasound can visualize and measure fetal cardiac activity, assuring fetal viability. Almost one in four pregnancies will end in miscarriage, most of which happen during the first trimester. It is possible to have a positive pregnancy test for up to a month following a miscarriage.
Gestational Age:
An ultrasound will allow us to measure the gestational age to determine how far along you are and your estimated due date. Dating your pregnancy will help you decide which options are safely available to you if you are considering abortion.
Post Abortion Support
If you are carrying feelings of guilt, shame, or regret due to a previous abortion, it’s important to understand that you don’t have to struggle alone. At Alcove Health, we offer compassionate support for grief through personalized sessions with a dedicated Grief Advocate.
Additionally, we provide a private 9-week closed post-abortion recovery group, led by a trained facilitator who has experienced a similar situation. You don’t need to wait any longer to start your healing journey. Discover more about our comprehensive support for individuals dealing with past abortions today.
We’re Here to Help
For more than three decades Alcove Health has assisted over 5,000 women facing unplanned pregnancies in Newport News, Hampton, York County, Williamsburg, and nearby neighborhoods. Our services are entirely free of charge, ensuring that you can access the objective information you need to make the best decision for yourself without the financial stress.
If you find yourself facing an unexpected pregnancy, rest assured that we’re here to support you. Our services are completely confidential and complimentary. We provide lab-quality pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, as well as STI/STD testing. To book an appointment with our clinic, reach out to us via phone or conveniently schedule online at the button below.
