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Frequently Asked QuestionsUnplanned Pregnancy
Unplanned Pregnancy Advice
What Are My Options?
Making a decision about an unplanned pregnancy can be a stressful time and you will likely feel a range of emotions surrounding which path to take. NUPAS are here to support you in your decision and offer impartial advice so you can make the best decision for you.
If you are pregnant and it wasn’t planned, there are three options to choose from:
- Go through with your pregnancy and become a parent
- Go through with your pregnancy and place the baby for adoption
- Terminating your pregnancy with an abortion
If you’ve had a positive pregnancy test and you didn’t plan on getting pregnant, you may want to ask yourself the following questions:
- How do I feel about being pregnant?
If you are happy about your unplanned pregnancy, and you are looking forward to being a parent, then choosing to continue your pregnancy may be the right choice for you. If you feel anxious, uncertain and unprepared for parenthood, knowing your options and where to seek help can support your decision.
- Is this the best time for me?
If you plan on having children one day but a sudden unplanned pregnancy will interfere with your current lifestyle, then you may feel overwhelmed. Adoption or abortion can mean proceeding with priorities like work, or education could be made easier without the responsibility of childcare. If you are perhaps too young or your health is at risk due to this unplanned pregnancy, then NUPAS will support you whatever you choose.
- Will this pregnancy affect my future priorities?
If your future goals and plans are important to you and becoming a parent at this time doesn’t fit in with those hopes and dreams, then you may want to consider adoption or abortion. Asking yourself if having a baby would help you achieve your desires or not may be something to ask yourself, and whether choosing abortion would be better for yourself.
Unplanned Pregnancy: Abortion Care
Understanding more about abortion could help in your decision-making about an unplanned pregnancy. There are two types of abortion:
Early medical abortion
Early abortion involves taking the abortion pill up to 10 weeks of pregnancy. There is no surgery involved and if you fit the requirements, this is a medication that can be taken in the comfort of your own home.
Surgical abortion
If you’ve been pregnant for more than 10 weeks, you will require a surgical abortion. This involves coming into the clinic for a procedure provided by our specialist. There are a couple of surgical abortion methods and the one you receive depends on the gestation of the pregnancy, your health and personal preference.
Methods of Surgical Abortion the NUPAS offers include:
- Manual Vacuum Aspiration (up to 14 weeks of pregnancy).
- Dilatation and Evacuation (from 14 weeks – 23 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy).
Your options for anaesthetic are also based on your health, length of pregnancy and personal choice:
Up to 10 weeks pregnant- local Anaesthetic and awake during the procedure
Up to 13 weeks and 6 days pregnant- awake but drowsy for the procedure
General Anaesthetic- asleep during the treatment
What To Expect When Choosing Abortion
Get in touch with NUPAS
Give us a call:
Before NUPAS offer you abortion treatment, you will be required to have a telephone consultation or a face-to-face appointment at one of our clinics. During your consultation, they’ll ask questions related to your medical history, and discuss the options for the type of abortion you meet requirements for. If you are referred for early medical abortion, then pills by post may be available to you. Your nurse will talk you through the stages of taking the medication, and your abortion kit will come with clear instructions.
It is paramount that you understand the abortion procedure and give your full consent to terminating your pregnancy. If our team believe you are in a situation that puts you at risk such as physically abusive relationships or coercion, then we may investigate with other professionals and ensure your safety. The NUPAS team are discrete and confidential with your abortion information and personal details. You are in a safe space with us.
If you change your mind about your abortion, this is fine, you can cancel your appointment at any time.
What Support Do I Get If I Choose Abortion?
NUPAS offer pre-abortion and post-abortion counselling to support you in your decision with an unplanned pregnancy. We offer impartial advice, never pressuring you or judging you when you’ve made a choice. We are friendly and understanding of how difficult this process may be for you. Our counselling is available to those receiving an abortion and considering one; as long NUPAS are your abortion provider, we offer counselling for as long as you need it, even if it’s been a while post-abortion.
Aftercare for Abortion
The support you receive extends to abortion aftercare. We are available to talk online, or with a phone call again if you have any concerns following your early medical or surgical abortion. If you are worried you are experiencing side effects such as very heavy bleeding after your abortion, it’s important to contact us right away.
Where are NUPAS Based?
NUPAS have clinics across England, which are accessible to everyone in the UK and even Ireland and International patients. If you require a private abortion, then find your nearest NUPAS clinic here or during consultation and we can discuss the best clinic for the services you require.
“I am very pleased with how I was treated at NUPAS and how quick it is for your waiting times. I couldn’t thank the staff enough for how they looked after me during my time there, they were so supportive and looked after me during every second and took care of my needs. I’m so grateful for the way I was taken care of. They most certainly do a brilliant job! Without the support I had off members of staff, I wouldn’t have got through my procedure the way I did. Again thank you so much NUPAS team at stoke.”
NUPAS Stoke
“Queen was fantastic! She listened to me and answered all of my questions. She was empathetic, calm and patient. She made me feel safe to express any concerns I had about a termination and I would highly recommend the service. It’s been excellent from start to finish. Thank you”
She was empathetic, calm and patient
“Truly cannot thank the nurses/the team for everything they have done, they were truly so kind and understanding, made the process so much easier – I felt so safe and listened to, all of my questions were answered and I felt just so at ease the entire time! The small talk throughout and the fact I had a hand to hold throughout truly meant the world to me! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart! You as a team are so appreciated!!”
I felt just so at ease the entire time!
“From reception to midwife to nurse all the women are awesome. I have read about NUPAS that they are extremely caring and understanding as well as supportive. Their services touched my soul. They understand my situation and no judge about me. They are helpful and caring. I am so grateful that I can’t express my feelings in few words.”
Their services touched my soul
“The NUPAS service was outstanding. I couldn’t be happier with how seriously they took me and how comfortable they made me feel. I’m really glad I chose NUPAS. They understood my needs very well, and the nurse who treated me was one of the best I have ever encountered. Bless her!”
The NUPAS service was outstanding
The nurse was very kind and made me feel very understood, she explained the procedure really well and made sure I was aware of everything.
Nupas Abortion Pills By Post
Had a very pleasant experience, was made to feel comfortable and any questions I asked were answered.
Nupas Preston
Lovely, caring staff. Didn’t feel judged or out of place. Very comforting environment and just grateful to have chosen this clinic.
Nupas Manchester
All of the team at NUPAS have been absolutely amazing from start to finish. Each and every one of the staff I have spoken to from the call centre, nurses , midwives and counsellors have gone above and beyond to treat me and offer me support through this tough time. Nothing is ever too much for them and they were very helpful and they all each had the time of day to listen to my worries and my needs. I felt so reassured in the care of NUPAS Bolton
Nupas Bolton
Kris, the lady that provided treatment to me was very understanding and instantly calmed my nerves. She was truly amazing from start to finish and explained everything fully!
Nupas Blackpool
Thank you very much to all the staff and nurses and call handlers. All staff were very kind, understanding and took time to answer any questions and make you feel as comfortable as possible.
Reaching out for these services can be intimidating or scary but the staff helped ease the anxiety around it. Thank you very much for offering these services and the help and support you provide.
Nupas Stoke
Very good service, discrete. The staff are caring and helpful – no judgements at all.
Nupas Woolwich
Thank you so much for your help. I was so scared but after the help of your staff during my phone consultation and in person I felt much more relaxed.
Nupas Twickenham
Kelly and the other NUPAS nurse who gave me the medication both made me feel really comfortable and were very lovely and reassuring to me – couldn’t recommend them enough.
Nupas Kilburn
The nurses have been absolutely amazing through out my treatment and made me feel very comfortable.
Nupas Essex
Extremely reassuring and knowledgeable midwife. Made me feel safe, not judged and answered all of my questions. Thank you
Nupas Battersea
The nurse who saw me was so so lovely and so friendly. She was brilliant in explaining the whole procedure and able to explain the scan and what to expect too! She did not make me feel uncomfortable and did not judge me for the choice I have made, understood my concerns and was just down to earth, really took away that nervous feeling.
So blessed we have a choice in this country.
Nupas Reading
Exceptional service. Very satisfied.
Nupas Oxford
