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At The Well Pregnancy Resource Center, we understand that unexpected pregnancies can be difficult. Our compassionate client advocates and medical professionals are here to offer guidance and support through your decision and what comes next.
Why The Well Pregnancy Resource Center Should Be Your First Choice
Abortion clinics charge for their pregnancy confirmation services and often push for services that will be profitable for the clinic. We at The Well PRC offer a confidential place to confirm if you are pregnant with a free lab-quality pregnancy test and limited OB ultrasound exam. We provide an unhurried setting to get all your questions answered about your pregnancy choices. We will never profit off your decision, all of our services are free and confidential.
Recent Questions Others Are Asking
What is Surgical Abortion and How Does it Work?
A surgical abortion can consist of a suction or D & C. A suction device is used to remove the embryo from the uterus through the vagina. D&C is a procedure that consists of dilating the cervix and scraping embryo and/or fetal tissue out of the uterus. This procedure is performed at an abortion clinic, and you are sent home the same day. However, if complications arise, you may need to go to the emergency room to receive treatment.
How Does the Abortion Pill Work?
The abortion pill (also known as medication abortion) actually consists of two pills: mifepristone and misoprostol.
Mifepristone is taken first. It cuts the supply of the hormone progesterone to the embryo, which is needed to maintain the pregnancy. Without a steady supply of progesterone, the embryo stops growing and eventually dies. Misoprostol is taken 24-48 hours later[1].
These pills are taken with the intention of ending a pregnancy. This is different from a miscarriage that happens spontaneously.
How Late Can You Take the Abortion Pill?
The abortion pill is only FDA-approved for up to 10 weeks from your last menstrual period[1]. If you take the abortion pill later on in your pregnancy, the risk of serious complications increases. You may need emergency surgery to stop heavy bleeding or complete the procedure if it fails or is incomplete.
Can I Get Abortion Pills Over the Counter?
No, a prescription from a provider or physician who is registered to prescribe the abortion pills is necessary. However, the FDA does permit pharmacies to become certified to dispense the abortion pill with a proper prescription[1].
Can I Order the Abortion Pill Online?
The FDA warns against ordering the abortion pill online, as it bypasses safety regulations designed to keep you safe. Many online abortion pill providers are located overseas, so the pills they provide may not be FDA-approved[2].
Sources
- FDA. (2023, September 1). Questions and Answers on Mifeprex. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/questions-and-answers-mifeprex
- FDA. (2023, March 23). Information about Mifepristone for Medical Termination of Pregnancy Through Ten Weeks Gestation. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/information-about-mifepristone-medical-termination-pregnancy-through-ten-weeks-gestation
Call or come in to our center for an informational appointment regarding abortion facts to learn everything you need to know about abortion and your options before making a decision.
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Address: 45 South 800 East, St. George, UT 84770
Hours
Monday: 10am – 5pm
Tuesday: 10am – 5pm
Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
Thursday: 10am – 5pm
Friday: by appointment only
Saturday: closed
Sunday: closed
DISCLAIMER: The Well Pregnancy Resource Center does not offer or refer for pregnancy terminations, emergency contraceptives, or birth control. Information is provided as an educational service and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.
Address: 45 South 800 East, St. George, UT 84770
Hours
Monday: 10am – 5pm
Tuesday: 10am – 5pm
Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
Thursday: 10am – 5pm
Friday: by appointment only
Saturday: closed
Sunday: closed
DISCLAIMER: The Well Pregnancy Resource Center does not offer or refer for pregnancy terminations or birth control. Information is provided as an educational service and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.