The Abortion Pill

Our recent newsletter highlighted a significant change in women’s behavior regarding pregnancy tests. It seems that more and more women are opting to take the test as early as four weeks after conception. This shift in behavior may be linked to the rising demand for the abortion pill, which is becoming a popular and accessible choice for ending unwanted pregnancies.

There exists a non-surgical method for terminating pregnancies that is less than 14 weeks old, known as the abortion pill. It involves taking two drugs. However, in Georgia, the law prohibits abortions after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, which typically occurs around five weeks and five days into gestation.

The first pill, Mifepristone, prevents the hormones necessary for fetal growth from functioning, causing detachment of the baby from the womb, thereby ending the pregnancy. The second pill, Misoprostol, should be taken within 72 hours, as it causes contractions in the womb, leading to the expulsion of the baby and placenta.

Patients can now access this approach through telemedicine and mail-order services. We have noticed a rise in the number of patients testing positive for pregnancy as early as four weeks and also an increase in negative test results as women are seeking to confirm their pregnancy early on to gain access to the abortion pill.

When a woman visits our center seeking an abortion pill, our nurses make sure our clients understand the risks associated with taking the pill. She explains what happens to the unborn baby and also possible complications she may experience, such as an incomplete abortion, allergic reactions to the medications, heavy bleeding, or infection.

Taking the abortion pill without first being screened by a medical professional is risky at best. According to the FDA, between 2000-2018, 24 women have died after taking the abortion pill. Since the abortion pill has become even more accessible, more and more women could bypass safety protocols, leading to severe complications or even death. A woman who suspects she is pregnant can come to our clinic for excellent care and encouragement to make an informed decision.

Finally, the truth is that just six weeks after conception, the baby’s heart has already begun beating, and the baby’s body is taking shape. Many people feel that the abortion pill is not as “messy,” but the baby still must be expelled from the mother’s body. And the result 100% of the time is that a life is lost.

Women must consider all options and get good counsel from someone who does not have a financial or personal stake in their decision. For anyone in the greater Moultrie/Colquitt County area of Georgia seeking help, Hope House Women’s Clinic is open four days a week at 716 5th Ave SE, Moultrie, GA 31768. We have nurses available 24/7 by calling (229) 890-5244 or texting (229) 860-2777.