Beverly Simmons

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1989 United States

I have always been pro-choice. But after becoming a mother, I felt even more strongly about it! With two beloved children, my husband and I didn't want another child. When our birth control method (diaphragm) failed, both my husband and I felt certain that an abortion was the best thing for our family. We had no doubts at the time, and have had no regrets since. However, we have not talked about it very much and I didn't realize until recently how important it is to be more open about my experience — not only to advocate for women's choice, but also to present my story.

Very positive. The medical practitioners were professional and caring. I am so grateful that this service was available when I needed it and I didn't have to worry about the legality or safety of the procedure.

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For more than 6 months, I kept it a secret from my parents. That burden made me anxious and depressed. When I finally told them, they were very supportive, which was a great relief. My mother had volunteered for Planned Parenthood as a birth-control counselor in a hospital maternity ward (advising the new mothers how to avoid the next accidental pregnancy). She continued to be pro-choice until she died at 90.

Lisal M. C

It was a big decided that I made in my life. I had a complexity relationship…

Ivana

I had an abortion and never talked about it with anyone

Matka Winna

Moja historia

Bee

I felt very guilty but relieved . I was way too young to be a mother.

Laura

Fue la mejor decicion para todos pero eso no cambia que yo amaba a mi bebe

SouthernBelle

No Regrets.

Warrior

Sinceramente eu não imaginei que passaria por isso esse ano. Mas sabia que um…

Ruth

Zaczełao sie (wiadomo) od dwóch kresek i przerażenia. Szukałam możliwości…

Adhi

Saya masih duduk di kelas 3 SMA saat melakukan aborsi. Saya sudah pacaran…

Ianne

A cry of freedom for all women who are dictated by the mentality of the norms…

Szczęściara

Rok 2018 miał być dla mnie rokiem od którego oczekiwałam dużo zmian…

Masha

This isn't my first abortion.... :'( My second one I am currently scheduled for.

Emily

10 years ago, at age 32, I had an abortion. The pregnancy was unplanned and I…

YoungWoman NotReadyNow SecretsAreComplicating

This website gave me the confidence that I could do it. It gave me all the…

Edyta

Nie wstydzę się tego, że jestem teraz szczęśliwa!!!

Brenda

Having an abortion was the right thing for my family.

luna oscura

¿En serio estoy embarazada?