Abortion
Abortion Pill (Medication Abortion)
AVAILABILITY AND HOW TO PREPARE
The abortion pill (also known as a medication abortion) is offered up to 9 weeks and 6 days 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 9 weeks and 6 days ago, read about our in-clinic abortion services below.
Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR APPOINTMENT
Plan to be at the health center for 1.5-2 hour(s) for your entire visit.
Your appointment will include the opportunity to ask questions & discuss birth control options.
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 19 weeks and 6 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
If your last period started more than 19 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 take any medicines, please continue to take them normally before your appointment or bring them with you on the day of your appointment.
If you have asthma, bring an inhaler if you have one.
If you plan to have sedation, please do not eat for 6 hours or drink clear liquids for 6 hours before 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.
Plan to be at the health center for 3-4 hour(s) for your entire visit for an in-clinic abortion.
When you choose an abortion service at our health center, you may also receive the following: a pregnancy test a chance to speak with a trained staff person about all of your choices: abortion, adoption, and parenting a conversation with the health care provider about your health history lab tests/blood work a pelvic exam and ultrasound medicines to make the abortion more comfortable medicines if you are Rh negative antibiotics birth control information a birth control method (if you want one)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.
Connecticut Requirements
Informed Consent
Prior to an abortion, a patient must receive information about the procedure from a counselor. The patient must sign a consent form that describes the "nature and consequences of the procedure which shall be used."
Post-Viability Abortion Restriction
Connecticut's post-viability restriction provides that no abortion may be performed after viability unless necessary to preserve the woman's life or health.
Young Women's Access to Abortion
A patient under 16 can obtain an abortion after receiving counseling from a PPC registered nurse or clinician. While we encourage all young people to talk with their parents, guardians, or trusted adults about their reproductive and sexual health, in the state of CT, adult permission (from a parent or guardian) is not required for them to receive services from Planned Parenthood.
If you are under the age of 18 and need help talking with your parents/caregivers or seeking judicial bypass we can help.
Pricing
Prices for our abortion services are listed below:
Abortion pill (medication abortion) - $576 - $662
In-clinic abortion:
- gestation period 5-11 - $613 - $701
- gestation period 12-13 - $708 - $796
- gestation period 14-15 - $808 - $896
- gestation period 16 - $908 - $996
Additional Abortion Subservices Pricing:
- sedation — IV medication - $87 - $142
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.
Do you have questions about abortion services at Planned Parenthood of Connecticut?
Our caring staff will answer your questions and make appointments for the abortion pill (medication abortion) and in-clinic abortions.
Dial us toll free at 1-877-529-3689.
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Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm
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