A medical abortion, also known as an early medical abortion (EMA), or abortion pill is an alternative to a surgical abortion. A medical abortion is a safe option to end a pregnancy if you are up to 10 weeks along. It is designed for you to complete your abortion and miscarry in your chosen safe space.
A medical abortion involves taking two different medications 24-hours apart – Mifepristone and misoprostol.
The first medication, Mifepristone, works by blocking your body’s production of progesterone – the hormone that is needed for the pregnancy to continue growing.
The second medication, Misoprostol, causes the miscarriage to begin. These pills are taken 24 hours after the first pill. It is best to plan the day and time you wish to miscarry so that you can take time away from work, school, or any other commitments you may have.
You will experience cramps and bleeding after taking the Misoprostol. This is your body emptying your uterus. It is like having a very heavy, crampy period. A period where you want to lie somewhere comfortable with a hottie on your tummy. What you experience is the same as a natural miscarriage. The Misoprostol triggers your uterus to contract, your body then naturally continues the process.
Recovery from a medical abortion takes a few days. You may feel tired after your miscarriage so take it easy during the days following. As long as you feel up to it you can return to work, school, or any other commitments as early as the next day.
We provide you with the medication, and guidance needed for you to safely miscarry at home. If you have questions or concerns we encourage you to reach out to us. We are here to support you 24/7.
A medical abortion is designed for you to carry out your abortion in a space you feel safe and comfortable. You have a couple of options for meeting with our nurse and getting your pills.
You can either come into one of our clinics for your consultation with one of our nurses, or you can meet with them over the phone. Whichever is more convenient for you.
If you choose to meet with our nurse in clinic for your consultation, and you are wanting to go ahead, you will be given your medication pack. If you would like more time to think about your decision that is okay. We can prepare your medication pack for you to come and collect if you decide to proceed.
If you want to proceed with your journey during your over the phone consult with our nurse, we will arrange a day and time for you to collect your medication pack from us in clinic. If you need time to think things over, we can organise a day and time for you to collect your medication pack once you are certain of continuing. Your medical abortion pack contains the abortion pills, medication to ease your discomfort, a special pregnancy test (to be taken 21 day’s later), a guide of how to take the medication, and our after-hours phone number. Your requested contraception will also be included.
If you would prefer not to come into one of our clinics, or there is no clinic in your area, you can choose to have a Telemed Early Medical Abortion (EMA). With a Telemed EMA, your consultation with the nurse is over the phone, and your medication pack is posted to your chosen address. Or a script is sent to your local pharmacy.
Discretion is key. We do not put our name or any identifying details on your medication pack. No one will be able to tell what the package is from the outside.
Reach out to us
We will organise a blood test for you at your local lab and book you in for a consult with one of our nurses either in clinic or over the phone
Have your blood taken at your local lab
Talk with one of our nurses to discuss your options and support. Either in clinic or over the phone
Decide the direction of your journey, and if you want an abortion
Collect your medication pack from us in clinic
Talk to one of our nurses and plan when is best for you to miscarry
Stock up on pads, movies, books, and snacks
Prepare your safe and comforting space
Safely miscarry
The following day one of our nurses will call to see how you are
Take it easy for the next couple of days
Take a pregnancy test 21-days after your miscarriage
Take time to process your journey
Reach out to us for support and help at any time
Reach out online or call 0800 226 784 to speak to one of our nurses. We are here to support you every step of the way. This is your journey.
