Abortion in Charleston, SC

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We offer the following abortion services:

Abortion Pill Up to 11 weeks

Icon showing In-Clinic Abortion is available

In-Clinic Abortion Up to 13 weeks and 6 days

Abortion Pill (Medication Abortion)

Availability and how to prepare: The abortion pill (also known as a medication abortion) is offered up to 11 weeks after the first day of your last menstrual period. It is a safe and effective way of ending an early pregnancy.

If your last period was more than 11 weeks ago, read about our in-clinic abortion services below.

Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.

Post-Appointment Information:

If you want, we can follow up with you to make sure your abortion worked and that you are well. In the unlikely event that you are still pregnant, you may need another dose of medicine or to have an in-clinic abortion to end the pregnancy.

We’ll also give you after-care instructions and a phone number you can call with any questions or concerns.

In-Clinic Abortion (Surgical Abortion)

Availability: In-clinic abortion (also known as surgical abortion) is offered up to 13 weeks and 6 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.

If your last period started more than 13 weeks and 6 days ago, we can help connect you to other abortion options in your area.

In-clinic abortions are available by appointment only.

Preparing for your appointment:

If you desire medication to help make your in-clinic abortion more comfortable, you must have a responsible companion with you to help you get home safely.

What to expect during your appointment:

If you want, you can choose to be sedated with medicine to help you relax during your in-clinic abortion.

When you choose an abortion service at our health center, you may also receive the following: post-abortion follow-up exams

At times there may be protesters outside of the health center. We suggest you avoid interaction with them. Learn more about protesters at health centers.

Please do not bring children with you to the health center.

Post-Appointment Information:

If you are more than 15 weeks pregnant, your in-clinic abortion may require multiple visits.

South Carolina Requirements

If you are under the age of 18 and need help talking with your parents/caregivers or seeking judicial bypass we can help.

Pricing

Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been made.

Abortion services may be covered by your insurance. If you want to use your insurance, please be sure to have your insurance information at the time of your visit.

If you don’t have insurance and need help paying for your abortion, call us. We may be able to help you with financial assistance. You can also go to AbortionFunds.org for financial help.

Additional Abortion Support

Before your abortion, our expert and caring staff will discuss all of your pregnancy options with you to help you make sure abortion is the best decision for you. We’ll also talk with you about your health history to make sure we’re providing the best care for you.