There are two different types of abortions; chemical (often called medication) and surgical. For detailed information, please visit the Your Options page.

Abortion grief is often experienced in silence with a lack of support. Many don’t expect the feelings that occur after an abortion decision. Our grief advocates know this type of grief personally and offer confidential support to both women and men. If you or someone you know would like to talk about an abortion experience or have questions before deciding, please schedule a phone consult with us. 

A miscarriage is the loss of a baby before the 20th week of pregnancy. The medical term for a miscarriage is spontaneous abortion. But it isn’t an abortion in the common meaning of the term.[1] A miscarriage happens naturally and spontaneously, not through surgery or medication. Unfortunately, there is no way to stop a miscarriage from happening. There are many types of miscarriages, and some may require medical support. It is important to see a medical professional for an exam and possible follow-up care.

If you or someone you know has experienced a miscarriage, we offer grief care for men, women and couples. Please consider scheduling a phone consult to learn more about how we can offer support.

Infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant despite having frequent, unprotected sex for at least a year for most couples. [1]

In the United States, 10% to 15% of couples are infertile and about 1 in 5 (19%) women aged 15 to 49 with no prior births are unable to get pregnant after 1 year of trying. Also, about 1 in 4 (26%) women in this group have difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term. Though infertility is often thought of as a woman’s problem, infertility can affect both men and women and sometimes, no cause can be found. [2]

Due to the many factors that may cause infertility, discussing desires for pregnancy with your health care provider will help identify potential risks or need for testing.

If you or someone you know is having difficulty achieving pregnancy, we can offer grief support for women, men and couples. Please request a phone consult for more information.

A hysterectomy is a surgery to remove a woman’s uterus or womb. The uterus is the place where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. After a hysterectomy, a woman will no longer have menstrual periods and can’t become pregnant. Sometimes the surgery also removes the ovaries and fallopian tubes. [1]

A health care provider might recommend a hysterectomy if a woman has:

• Fibroids
• Endometriosis that hasn’t been cured by medicine or surgery
• Uterine prolapse – when the uterus drops into the vagina
• Cancer of the uterine, cervix, or ovaries
• Vaginal bleeding that persists despite treatment
• Chronic pelvic pain, as a last resort