Abortions can only be carried out under the care of hospitals or licensed clinics, by qualified doctors. If you're less than 10 weeks pregnant and having a medical abortion, the hospital or clinic can usually give you the second dose of medicine to take at home. Most people having an abortion do not usually need to stay in the clinic or hospital overnight, but you may need to go to appointments on different days.
Before having an abortion, you'll need to have an assessment appointment. This usually happens at the hospital or clinic, but you may be offered a phone or video assessment. When you're sure you want to have an abortion, you'll be asked to sign a consent form and the clinic or hospital will arrange a date for the abortion.
Abortion services are still open. You can self-refer by contacting an abortion provider directly. You may be able to have a medical abortion at home, without going to a hospital or clinic, if you're less than 10 weeks pregnant. If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant, an abortion provider can discuss your options with you. In very limited circumstances an abortion can take place after 24 weeks — for example, if there's a risk to life or there are problems with the baby's development.
The medicines are prescribed by the hospital or clinic, and you usually take them 1 or 2 days apart. The pregnancy is passed comes out through the vagina. This usually happens several hours after you take the second medicine. In most cases, this will be after your first missed period at 4 weeks. However, many women wait a little longer before taking a pregnancy test or visiting the clinic. Once you have seen the doctor, you can have the abortion very quickly. At a private clinic, you will be able to make appointment on the same or next day.
If you decide to go ahead with the abortion then the procedure could be completed in just a few days. You will need two further appointments, two days apart, in order to take the medications required for a medical abortion. Most women will have a medical abortion if they have a termination this early in the pregnancy. If you decide to have a surgical abortion instead then you will only need one appointment for treatment after the initial consultation.
Although the procedure can be completed within just a few days of your initial consultation, it is important to take as much time as you need. However, it is also possible to take some time to think about your options or talk to someone about the pregnancy.
The legal time limit on abortion in the UK is 24 weeks, but most terminations are carried out much earlier. Later abortions are usually only performed for medical reasons. As well as the overall time limit, there are also limits on when certain types of abortion can be performed. You can have:. Teleabortion is a safe and private way to have a medical abortion, in the privacy of your own home with the support of registered nurses over the phone.
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Medical abortion A low-risk alternative to surgery used for terminating pregnancies earlier than 9 weeks depending on the clinic is a medication called mifepristone RU ACT Abortion is legal and must be performed by a medical professional including a nurse.
New South Wales Abortions can be performed at up to 22 weeks' gestation. Northern Territory One doctor can approve and perform an abortion at up to 14 weeks.
Queensland Abortions can be performed at up to 22 weeks. South Australia An abortion can only be performed if 2 doctors agree the health or mental wellbeing of the woman is at risk or the fetus has a serious abnormality. Tasmania Abortions can be performed at up to 16 weeks. Victoria Abortions can be performed at up to 24 weeks. Western Australia Abortions can be performed at up to 20 weeks. Termination after 20 weeks is very restricted. To find these clinics, and for reliable, unbiased information about abortion in your state or territory, contact: Family Planning Alliance Australia Marie Stopes Australia Children by Choice Queensland MyOptions Victoria NSW Pregnancy Options Helpline You can also discuss your options with your doctor, or call Pregnancy, Birth and Baby on to speak with a maternal child health nurse for information and support.
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