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Understanding Abortion Options & Resources - A Support Guide


Question
I recently found out that I was pregnant. I told the father about it today, who happens to be my best friend. We had a long talk and decided that neither of us are capable of financially supporting a child, and my health is very poor. I'm 23 years old and don't know where to turn to find answers for abortion. Can a ob/gyn perform an abortion? Or give out the medications that cause an abortion? The closest abortion clinic to me is three hours away. And I just don't know what to do. I've been crying and crying, with the thought that I have no other option on the table when it comes to having this baby. I know that this is the smart and right move. I just don't know what to do now... Please, help?

Answer
Dear Aileen,
It can be very hard to go through this, especially the first time you are pregnant.  Where do you live?  I can see if I know a particularly good place.  
You will be completely fine - you will be able to get pregnant when you are ready.  You can talk with someone at these two hotlines: 1-866-4 EXHALE, 1-800-772-9100.  They can talk with you about how you're feeling, and help you find a doctor.  
Good luck with your very hard decisions.
Doctor Joan