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An incomplete abortion occurs when the abortion fails to completely remove a pregnancy (fetus, and placenta) from a woman’s uterus. Unremoved fetal or placental parts can become a breeding ground for bacteria, creating a risk of life-threatening maternal infection. Read the rest of this article to understand the symptoms as well as the likelihood of…

With Georgia’s 6-week abortion ban, women with unplanned pregnancies must consider other options instead of going to a local abortion clinic.  Read this article to learn about local resources and your options out of state. Can I get an abortion in Alabama, Tennessee, or Florida? Alabama and Tennessee do not allow abortion after fertilization unless…

Abortion is legal in Georgia only up to 6 weeks of gestational age and women seeking abortions must provide voluntary informed consent at least 24 hours beforehand, except in medical emergencies. Minors must notify a parent or guardian 24 hours before a court waives that requirement. If you’re already farther along than six weeks, you…

With the overturning of Roe v. Wade in the summer of 2022, each state now has the authority to restrict or allow abortion.  Abortion is permitted  in Georgia for up to six weeks gestation, by which time a fetus has a detectable heartbeat. Read this article for more information about our state laws and the…

When Roe v. Wade was overturned, Georgia began to restrict abortion if a fetal heartbeat could be detected, which is typically around 6 weeks of gestational age.If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, read this article to understand your options better and recommended health screenings before getting an abortion. What Should I Do?  Your next…

In each state, there are unique laws either restricting or protecting abortion rights. In some states, like Georgia, state Medicaid will cover abortion under special circumstances, like rape or incest.  Read this article to learn more about the abortion laws in our state and what pregnancy options are available to you. What are the Abortion…

With its strict abortion laws, abortion is legal in Georgia only up to 6 weeks of gestational age. To calculate how far along you are in your pregnancy, you’ll want to count back from the first day of your menstrual period. If you’re already farther along than six weeks, you may be considering traveling out…

After the overturning of Roe v. Wade, abortion was banned after six weeks of gestational age in Georgia. A lower-court judge overruled this, but the State Supreme Court reinstated this ban.

Medication abortion can cost up to $1000, according to GoodRx. If you are facing an unexpected pregnancy and are considering abortion, several factors can affect the cost. Private clinics and abortion providers typically cost less than hospitals, and it also matters whether or not you have insurance.  If your health insurance covers abortion, this will…

In Georgia, for the moment, getting the abortion pill requires an in-person exam by a medical professional before they can prescribe this method. After this exam, the abortion provider can prescribe a medication abortion if the pregnancy is less than six weeks of gestational age. For minors, this can happen only after a parent or…