Abortion Pill Clinic Serving Patients Traveling from Long Beach, NC
Commonly called ‘the abortion pill’, medical abortion is a non-invasive procedure for termination of a pregnancy. We routinely provide medical abortions (Abortion Pill) to 10 weeks of pregnancy. Allentown Women’s Center offers expert healthcare and wellness services to patients with diverse sexual and reproductive health needs. As the top abortion pill provider for patients coming from Long Beach, North Carolina, to our clinic located in Bethlehem, PA we believe that every person should have the freedom to control their body. One in four will terminate a pregnancy during their lifetime. You are not alone in your decision to have an abortion.
What to expect with the Abortion Pill
In the Office: At your procedure visit, a technician will perform a transvaginal ultrasound. You will discuss your decision and options with a counselor and talk more about the medications, side effects, and risks outlined in the Medication Guide.
A nurse or assistant will take your vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature) and you will meet with a physician. The physician will ask you about your decision and answer any questions you may have. The physician will then give you one Mifeprex™ tablet (200 mg mifepristone) that you will take orally. If your blood type is Rh negative, a nurse will administer an injection of Rhogam [PDF] in the recovery room. The physician will dispense a packet containing 800 mcg of misoprotol to take home.
At Home: The misoprostol should be taken 24-48 hours after swallowing the Mifeprex™ tablet at AWC. Thirty minutes before you plan to take the misoprostol tablets, take 800mg of ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, etc.). All four pills should be left in the mouth for approximately 30 minutes to dissolve. Anything left in the mouth after 30 minutes should be swallowed. Contractions and bleeding should begin between 20 minutes and 4 hours after taking misoprostol.
Follow-up Visit: Approximately 7-10 days after your first abortion pill visit you will return to AWC for a repeat vaginal ultrasound. Approximately 1% of people using the abortion pill method will not end their pregnancies and 2-3% will have remaining pregnancy tissue in the uterus at the time of the follow-up appointment. If the abortion is complete, you will discuss birth control options and future care. If you are still pregnant, you will most likely need surgery to complete the abortion.
We understand and we are here to help with compassionate abortion care.
Our abortion clinic welcomes patients traveling Long Beach, North Carolina and provides quality reproductive health care in an environment where no one is judged for their choices. We believe the world is a better place when everyone is given the freedom to make their own decisions regarding their bodies, reproductive options, and sexuality. We believe it is good for families and for society when people can decide for themselves whether and when to have children.
Miscarriage Management
Our abortion clinic welcomes patients traveling Long Beach, North Carolina that provides specially designed services for patients making the difficult decision to terminate a pregnancy due to fetal/maternal indication. It can be an overwhelming experience for a family to receive such devastating news regarding miscarriage management of a wanted pregnancy. Allentown Women’s Center’s staff offers support and kindness to help you through this crisis.
Abortion Pill Financial Assistance
Payment for Allentown Women’s Center services can be made out-of-pocket or billed to your insurance company. We offer limited financial assistance to patients who qualify.
Abortion Pill for Teens Coming from Long Beach, NC to Our Clinic
Minors can obtain care with parent/legal guardian consent. If consent is not available, we can assist you in obtaining a Judicial Bypass.
Trauma Informed
We understand, and recognize, the effects of different types of trauma.
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse or violence, having a gynecological exam or abortion may be difficult. Our goal is to provide you with a safe, affirming space where you help us plan the best approach for your visit.
When making your appointment, please feel free to let us know what your needs are for your visit (i.e. preferred positions, safe words, avoiding trigger words, clothing). If it is too difficult to discuss this over the phone, we are happy to identify and accommodate your needs once you are here.
FREE Options Counseling for Those Traveling from Long Beach, NC
By appointment — our free options counseling includes a complimentary pregnancy test. Our patient advocates are trained and experienced in talking about abortions, adoption, and parenthood without pressure or judgment. They are available to help you find the solution that is best for you and your life right now. Call any time during our office hours and a staff member will assist you.
