Pre-Abortion  Screening

Understanding Your Abortion Rights

You have the right to choose the outcome of your pregnancy. No partner, boyfriend, spouse, or parent has the legal authority to coerce or force you into a medical or surgical abortion. If you feel pressured or unsupported in your decision regarding parenting or adoption, please reach out to our center. We can advocate for you and provide information about your legal rights.

Remember, the decision about your pregnancy is yours alone to make. No one should make this decision for you.

No one can legally force you to have an abortion, including your parents or the father of your baby. If you are experiencing coercion or pressure to have an abortion, you have options. Request an appointment to speak with a trained client consultant who can help you understand your choices and legal protections. If you are in immediate danger or concerned about your safety or that of your baby, please call 911.

If you are considering abortion as an option, your first step is to schedule a pre-termination appointment for an ultrasound.

Before proceeding with an abortion, an ultrasound will determine:

Whether your pregnancy is progressing, which helps determine the appropriate method of abortion based on your health history and the stage of pregnancy.

Whether your pregnancy is viable. An ultrasound is the most reliable way to confirm a viable pregnancy (one that is progressing). Research shows that up to one in four pregnancies do not progress, and some miscarriages may only be detected through ultrasound. If a miscarriage is confirmed, you will need follow-up care from a doctor.

Personalized Pre-Abortion Screening

Abortion counseling is crucial because it ensures you make an informed decision that considers both your health and emotional well-being.

At our clinics in Iowa City and Burlington, we offer a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can:

• Discuss your options,
• Understand your rights regarding abortion, and
• Prepare for any health needs associated with your decision.
  
  

The counseling process aims to provide emotional support throughout your decision-making process and comprehensive information so your choice reflects your personal values.

The Abortion Pill: Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy Risks

It's important to understand that ectopic pregnancies, where the embryo implants outside the uterus, are life-threatening and cannot be treated with the abortion pill (mifepristone and misoprostol).

The pill is ineffective for ectopic pregnancies, which could delay critical medical care if misdiagnosed.

Informed Choices does not offer or refer for pregnancy terminations or birth control. Information and services are provided only as an educational service. We do, however, offer pre-termination appointments to assist you with questions and confirm your pregnancy's viability and gestational age—all things required before scheduling an abortion appointment. 

We understand that navigating your options can be scary and confusing. If you are looking for a safe and confidential place to talk, a nurse is available to chat with you 24/7.

Text with a nurse now at  (319)-519-0072.

Ask Us Anything

You can text us at any time, 24/7, if you have questions or just need someone to talk to. We're committed to being there for you whenever you need support to make informed choices.

Text with a nurse now at  (319)-519-0072.