Choosing Abortion?

While Alternatives does not provide or refer for abortions, we do provide information and education about current abortion procedures within a confidential environment. Call Alternatives to ask any questions you may have so you can make an informed decision.

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Choose the option that is right for you within a safe, confidential environment. It’s 100% free.
Questions to ask yourself
  • Which abortion is right for me?
  • Is abortion the right decision for me?
  • Would I consider parenting or adoption?
  • Will I regret having an abortion?
  • Am I feeling pressured to get an abortion?
  • Would my family, friends, or partner support me in this decision?
  • Do I feel supported enough to keep my baby?

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Your Alternatives Appointment

If you have any questions about abortion, your options, or you simply need someone to talk to, call us at 916.880.4040 to schedule your FREE appointment.

Appointments and Services

What should you ask your Abortion Provider?

Abortion is never easy, and you need to feel educated before making a decision that could impact your life. It’s your right to have access to safe, reputable healthcare, because your body and your future are of the utmost importance.
These questions are designed to help you screen abortion providers to help ensure that they are operating according to State guidelines.
If a provider is unable to answer your questions satisfactorily, we recommend going elsewhere.
Questions to ask your abortion provider

Abortion Side Effects And Risks

1st Trimester Medication Abortion (up to approx. 11 weeks):

Prolonged, increasing abdominal pain
Heavy and/or prolonged bleeding*
Hemorrhage
Fever and infection
Maternal death (uncommon)

1st Trimester Uterine Aspiration Abortion (up to approx. 14 weeks):

Infection – may experience fever; lower abdominal or pelvic pain; excessive or abnormal bleeding; or abnormal vaginal discharge
Hemorrhage
Uterine perforation
Retained products of conception*
Continued pregnancy
Maternal death (uncommon)

2nd Trimester Medication Induction Abortion (14-24 weeks):

Incomplete abortion
Retained placenta
Uterine rupture
Infection
Hemhorrhage
Maternal death

2nd Trimester Dilation & Evacuation Abortion (14-24 weeks):

Retained products of conception*
Uterine perforation
Infection
Hemorrhage
Maternal death