Are you considering abortion?
Get answers.
Not judgment.
At Care Net Pregnancy Center of Indian River County, we understand that life doesn’t always go as planned. Our compassionate staff of nurses, sonographers, and client advocates are here to listen and walk you through your options. We have found time and time again that knowledge empowers women and gives strength to navigate uncertain predicaments
Why Care Net of Indian River County Should Be Your First Choice
Abortion clinics charge for their pregnancy confirmation services and push for services that will be profitable for the clinic. We at Queen City Pregnancy Resource Center offer a confidential place to confirm if you are pregnant with a free pregnancy test and an ultrasound exam, and we provide an unhurried setting to get all your questions answered about your pregnancy choices. We will never profit off your decision, all our services are free and confidential.
Why is having an ultrasound exam an essential step?
An ultrasound exam will provide many details specific to your pregnancy. Most importantly, it will confirm how far along you are. You need to be 10 weeks or less to be eligible to take abortion pills. If you are further along than that, you’ll need to have a surgical procedure. Also, per Florida law, an ultrasound must be performed at the abortion appointment and each woman is to be offered the opportunity to view the images and hear an explanation of them. Even though we do not perform abortions or make abortion referrals, we will conduct a free medical-grade urine pregnancy test and also perform a free limited obstetric ultrasound exam to determine how far along you are and explain what’s happening with your pregnancy.
Email us and we will contact you for an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an ultrasound before an abortion?
Getting an ultrasound before an abortion is recommended because you will need to determine the gestational age of your pregnancy to know what type of abortion you need and verify your pregnancy. An ultrasound can determine if your body is preparing for a miscarriage.
What tests are done before an abortion?
You should have a pregnancy test as well as STI/STD testing and treatment.
What happens during an abortion?
This depends on the type of abortion you get. If you get a medical abortion, you will be taking two different medications. One pill stops the pregnancy, and the other pill expels the pregnancy tissue from your body.
If you get a surgical abortion, a doctor must insert a speculum to examine your uterus. Your cervix will be stretched open with dilators either before or during the procedure. Next, the doctor will insert a tube through the cervix into the uterus, which is attached to a suction device. This will empty the uterus.
Do abortions hurt?
Pain and discomfort levels vary from woman to woman. Some women experience the physical side effect of severe cramping, fever, vomiting, chills, etc.
Additionally, some of the emotional and psychological side effects don’t always present themselves until much later.
How long does the pain last after an abortion?
You can expect to experience light to heavy vaginal bleeding accompanied by cramping for about two weeks. However, if you continue to have bleeding and cramping for more than two weeks, you should seek medical attention.
What are the side effects of an abortion?
- Intense cramping
- Bleeding heavier than a period
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Headaches
- Mild fever
- Hot flashes
- Chills
More severe side effects, which need medical attention:
- An allergic reaction to the medication
- Infection
- An incomplete abortion
- Severe pain
- Fever
- Passing clots for two or more hours that are equal or larger than the size of a lemon
- Strong smelling vaginal discharge
- Excessive bleeding, using two or more pads in an hour
How much does abortion cost (or what is the average cost of an abortion)?
The average cost of an abortion in the US in the first trimester is approximately $500. Second-trimester abortions average $1,500. However, abortion costs tend to be higher in states where abortion is more restricted.
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1355 37th St, Suite 301,
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
Monday – Wednesday:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday: 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
(Thursday evening available by appointment.)
Friday – Sunday: Closed
DISCLAIMER: Care Net Pregnancy Center of Indian River County does not offer or refer for pregnancy terminations or birth control. Information is provided as an educational service and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.