Considering Abortion in Central Texas?

Abortion FAQs

• Someone is pressuring me to abort. What are my rights?

  Many women who had abortions felt subtle to considerable unwanted pressure to abort. You have the right to choose the outcome of your pregnancy. Not even a partner, boyfriend, spouse, or parent has the legal power to blackmail you, coerce you, or force you to have a medical or surgical abortion. If you suspect that you might be pressured to abort or are not supported by the thought of parenting or providing parents, please connect with someone at our center who can advocate for you and share what your legal rights are.

• I’m considering abortion. Should I have an ultrasound?

  If you’re considering your next steps after a positive pregnancy test, an ultrasound can provide important information about your pregnancy.

  An ultrasound can help determine how far along you are and whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus. This information is important for your health and safety, as well as understanding what options may be available to you.

  It’s also helpful to know that not every pregnancy progresses as expected. About 1 in 4 pregnancies end naturally in the early weeks. An ultrasound can give you clarity about what is happening in your body so you’re not making decisions based on assumptions or incomplete information.

  If you’re considering abortion pills, this step can be especially important. These medications are FDA-approved only through a certain stage of pregnancy, and cycle dates can sometimes be inaccurate. An ultrasound is the most reliable way to confirm how far along you are.

  You deserve clear answers and a space to process your situation without pressure. A free and confidential appointment at Hope can help you understand what’s going on in your body so you can move forward with confidence.

   

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  References

  1. https://www.isuog.org/static/uploaded/4daa1ea7-bc64-4c24-b81b17df5a684a38.pdf

  2. https://elmpregnancycenter.com/education/miscarriage/

  3. https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2017/05/methods-for-estimating-the-due-date

   

• Does Hope offer or refer for abortion?

  Hope doesn’t provide or refer for abortions or birth control, but we do give you what's needed to safely navigate the upfront process of making an abortion decision. That starts with giving you real, accurate info on abortion procedures and risks, plus free pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds so you know exactly what’s going on with your body.

  We provide a safe, non-judgmental space to process everything with a medical professional and trained staff, so you can feel fully in control of your next steps and all your pregnancy options.