Abortion Information Northern Kentucky

PRE-ABORTION SCREENING SERVICES

1. LEARN MORE ABOUT KENTUCKY ABORTION LAWS

If you live in Kentucky, you’re probably unsure what to do with the new abortion restrictions. Talk to our medical professionals that clearly understand the abortion laws and what they mean for you. We can answer any questions you have and help you learn more about your options. Call or schedule a free and confidential appointment online today.

2. GET A FREE ULTRASOUND

If your pregnancy test is positive, our center provides limited obstetric ultrasounds free of charge. An ultrasound will help you learn more about your pregnancy and all of your options. ^{*restrictions may apply}

DO AN ULTRASOUND EXAM TO DATE PREGNANCY

Knowing your menstrual cycle dates can help, but having an ultrasound is the most certain way to get exact dates for your pregnancy.⁵

FIND OUT IF YOUR PREGNANCY IS VIABLE

26% percent of known pregnancies end in miscarriage, but the actual number is likely higher because many miscarriages occur very early in pregnancy.⁶ Up to 80% of natural miscarriages happen in the first trimester. If you do not have a viable pregnancy, an abortion may not even be necessary. Get an ultrasound exam to confirm a viable pregnancy before going through a costly procedure. Schedule an appointment.

CAN YOU TAKE THE ABORTION PILL?

Before taking the abortion pill, you will need to determine exactly how far along you are and there is important medical information that you need to know. We can help learn more about your pregnancy and if the abortion pill is an option for you with our free ultrasound services.

Medical abortion isn’t an option if you:⁷

• • Have an intrauterine device (IUD) currently in place.
  • Have a concern that the pregnancy is outside of the uterus. This is called ectopic pregnancy and can be life-threatening.⁸
  • Are further along in your pregnancy than ten weeks. The FDA has only approved the abortion pill for up to 10 weeks from the LMP. Taking the abortion pill later in pregnancy is associated with increased risk of complications, such as an incomplete abortion or severe bleeding.⁹
  • Have certain medical problems including: bleeding disorders, severe liver or kidney disease, known cardiac disease, or an uncontrolled seizure disorder.
  • Take certain medications including blood thinners or steroids.
  • Are allergic to the medicines used.

The gestational age of the pregnancy determines the types of abortion procedures typically used. If you can’t have a medical abortion, or don’t prefer that method, a surgical procedure may be an option. Request an appointment to find out how far along in pregnancy you are to help determine your abortion procedure options.