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Abortion care: support, access & aftercare

Compassionate, shame-free abortion care information: your options, access, aftercare and support. No judgement, ever.

Abortion Care After the Fall of Roe V. Wade (US)
Abortion Care

Abortion Care After the Fall of Roe V. Wade (US)

This abortion care resource is brought to you by Danielle Danielle Bezalel (Sex Ed with DB) & Reproductive Health Lawyer, Cathren Cohen + highlights different abortion types, how you can support others & the support you can receive post Roe V. Wade in the US.

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Who Has Abortions? Breaking Down Myths and Stereotypes

Who Has Abortions? Breaking Down Myths and Stereotypes

Abortion is common across all demographics. Learn about the diverse range of people who have abortions including mothers, married people, religious individuals, and people of all ages and backgrounds.

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Grief and Complex Emotions After Abortion

Grief and Complex Emotions After Abortion

Understanding grief after abortion including relief, sadness, and complex emotions. Learn about processing feelings, getting support, and allowing yourself to feel whatever you feel without judgment.

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Making a decision about your pregnancy is deeply personal, and you deserve clear, compassionate information to help you through it, whatever you choose. This is a shame-free space for abortion care: how to access support, what aftercare can look like, and how to be there for yourself (or someone you love) through the process.

There's no single 'right' feeling to have about abortion, and no single story either. Whether you've already made your decision or you're still figuring out what's right for you, you'll find honest, judgement-free guidance here, alongside real experiences from people who've been there. If you need immediate support, reaching out to a trusted provider (such as a local abortion clinic or a reputable reproductive health organisation like BPAS or MSI Reproductive Choices in the UK, Planned Parenthood in the US, or MSI Reproductive Choices and Marie Stopes internationally) is always a good place to start.

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Abortion Care After the Fall of Roe V. Wade (US)
Abortion Care

Abortion Care After the Fall of Roe V. Wade (US)

This abortion care resource is brought to you by Danielle Danielle Bezalel (Sex Ed with DB) & Reproductive Health Lawyer, Cathren Cohen + highlights different abortion types, how you can support others & the support you can receive post Roe V. Wade in the US.

Who Has Abortions? Breaking Down Myths and Stereotypes

Who Has Abortions? Breaking Down Myths and Stereotypes

Abortion is common across all demographics. Learn about the diverse range of people who have abortions including mothers, married people, religious individuals, and people of all ages and backgrounds.

Grief and Complex Emotions After Abortion

Grief and Complex Emotions After Abortion

Understanding grief after abortion including relief, sadness, and complex emotions. Learn about processing feelings, getting support, and allowing yourself to feel whatever you feel without judgment.

Deciding Whether to Have an Abortion: Support Without Pressure

Deciding Whether to Have an Abortion: Support Without Pressure

Deciding whether to have an abortion can feel overwhelming. This compassionate guide explores things to consider, pros and cons, and reminds you that only you can decide.

How to Support a Partner Through an Abortion

How to Support a Partner Through an Abortion

Supporting a partner through an abortion can feel overwhelming. This gentle guide offers practical ways to show care, respect autonomy, and navigate emotions together.

What Is Abortion? A Compassionate, Clear Explanation

What Is Abortion? A Compassionate, Clear Explanation

Abortion is a common part of reproductive healthcare. This supportive guide explains what abortion is, how it works, and answers common questions with care and clarity.

Medical vs Surgical Abortion: What’s the Difference?

Medical vs Surgical Abortion: What’s the Difference?

Learn the difference between medical and surgical abortion, with step-by-step explanations of what to expect, recovery, and safety, written with care and reassurance.

Abortion Care FAQs

The most common Cliterally community questions, answered.

Is abortion care confidential?

Yes. In most places abortion care is confidential, though privacy laws and the rules for under-18s vary by country and region, so it's worth checking directly with your provider about their specific privacy policies where you live.

Only you can know what's right for you. There's no correct way to feel, whether that's relief, grief, certainty or a mix of everything at once. A trained counsellor at an abortion provider can talk it through with you without judgement if that would help.

Ultimately, this is your body and your decision, and no one else should make it for you. If you feel pressured by anyone to make a particular choice, please speak to an abortion provider, who can support you confidentially.

For the vast majority of people, a safely performed abortion doesn't affect future fertility. If you have any concerns, it's worth raising them directly with your provider.

Aftercare varies depending on the type of procedure, but generally includes rest, pain relief, monitoring for any complications, and emotional support. Your provider will give you guidance specific to your situation.

You're not alone, even when it feels that way. Charities, helplines and abortion providers all offer confidential support, and our Share your story space is here too, for reading other people's experiences or sharing your own.

Find your nearest support centre, charity or service