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.

Serena

I had an abortion

Bee

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

María

Yo aborte

YoungWoman from India

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

Lea

Kobieto, jeśli zaszłaś w niechcianą ciążę, to nie wahaj się ani chwili. WOW…

Mulher

Uma escolha pra vida!

Alejandra

Tomé una desición

Jos

Era lo mejor

Ronnie

because the time just wasn't right for me.

Sharon

I don't regret my abortion.

Iolanda

Ser solidária com quem abortou e defender a descriminalização jamais me fez…

Freedom77

I was lucky enough to be able to have an NHS surgical termination at 8 weeks.

Kate

and I'm so relieved

Jaq

I was 21, and nowhere near ready or willing to carry and birth a child because…

Yvonne

My abortion was what needed to be done at that time. Deep down me I know I…

Aby

I felt it was accapted to have an abortion

Magda

Może jestem bez serca ale niczego nie żałuję. ja chyba nie nadaję się na matkę…

Emmy Smith

It was the best decision of my life