Facing an Unexpected Pregnancy is Hard

Know the Facts

• Abortion is illegal after a fetal heartbeat is detected.
• An abortion provider must perform an ultrasound before an abortion can take place.
• A 24-hour waiting period is required after an ultrasound before getting an abortion.
• Parents must be notified before a minor can get an abortion.

Exceptions: rape, incest, fetal abnormality incompatible with life, and/or to protect the life of the mother. A rape must be reported within 45 days to law enforcement, a public health agency or doctor.

WHAT ABOUT AN ONLINE ABORTION PILL?

DOING IT YOURSELF IS RISKY

Some abortion pills sold online don’t go through the same safety checks required by the FDA. That means you can’t be sure they’re the real medication or that they’re made safely.

If you’re thinking about taking the abortion pill, it’s important to get an ultrasound first. An ultrasound can confirm that the pregnancy is in the uterus, check for a heartbeat, and estimate how far along the pregnancy is. Without this information, the chances of complications can be higher.