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.

உங்கள் கருக்கலைப்புக்கு மற்றவர்கள் எவ்வாறு பதிலளித்தனர்?

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.

Gabi

Miałam aborcję w 8 tygodniu ciąży. Była przeprowadzona nielegalnie w prywatnym…

Riki

We're not monsters!

Lu

Unexpected feelings

Elizabeth

I had an abortion.

Edyta

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

Julia

Uratowałam sobie życie

Lily

I had a medical abortion (the pill) with BPAS when I was just shy of 8 weeks.

Lisal M. C

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Ewa Izabela

I am pro-choice

Sabine Ryan

It's not as bad as you think. Please read my story!

A alexandra

Mi futuro, mi familia

Elisa Isalia

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elusabeth

I had an abortion

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Yo decidí abortar : Cuando tuve conocimiento que me encontraba en estado de…

Sara

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Ammy

Yo he estado en las dos caras de la moneda, cuando tenia 16 años quede…

Alejandra

Mi decisión