Period of Consent. Waiting Periods. Waiting Periods For Some States In many U.S. states, abortion is legal—but with strings attached. One of the most common restrictions is a mandatory waiting period, often described as “24 to 48 hour consent.” But what does that actually mean? Let’s break it down in plain terms. Period of…
Monthly Archives: October, 2025
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Abortion Sedation Types
Abortion Sedation Types. Abortion care is safe—and your comfort matters. That’s why many clinics offer different types of sedation depending on the procedure type, your medical history, and your personal preference. Whether you’re having a medication abortion or an in-clinic procedure like a D&C or D&E, sedation can reduce anxiety, discomfort, and pain. Let’s break…
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Mail-Order Abortion Pills
Mail-Order Abortion Pills: How it works Mail-order abortion pills are medications—typically mifepristone and misoprostol—shipped directly to someone’s home after a telehealth or online consultation. These pills are used to safely end a pregnancy up to around 10–11 weeks. While many reputable providers exist, not all sources are safe or legal—especially when buying pills without a…
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Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA)
Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA). What Is MVA? Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) MVA stands for Manual Vacuum Aspiration, a form of in-clinic abortion that uses gentle suction to remove a pregnancy from the uterus. It is performed with a handheld, syringe-like device operated by a trained medical provider. MVA is one of the safest and…
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D&C vs. D&E Comparative Review
D&C vs. D&E. D&C and D&E: What are they? Both are in-clinic abortion procedures and can also be used to treat miscarriages or diagnose uterine conditions. The main difference lies in the stage of pregnancy and the method used to remove the uterine contents. D&C: Dilation and Curettage D&C is typically used in early pregnancy, up…
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RU486 Medical Abortion
RU486 Medical Abortion RU486, also known as mifepristone, is one of two FDA-approved medications commonly used in a medical abortion. Often referred to as the “abortion pill,” it is actually the first step in a two-medication process. RU486 works by blocking the hormone progesterone, which is necessary to maintain a pregnancy. Once progesterone is blocked,…
