Abortion Clinic New Mexico

Las Cruces Women’s Health Organization specializes in the Abortion Pill also known as a medication abortion or a non-surgical abortion up to 11 weeks. “Early” surgical abortions are available to women 6 weeks up to 12 weeks pregnant, and surgical abortions for more advanced pregnancies (second trimester) from 12.1 up to 16 weeks.

Our staff will always follow the strictest confidentiality guidelines to insure your privacy. We strive to maintain a friendly atmosphere with patient-care monitored at the highest professional level. Our licensed physicians specialize in abortion care and are assisted by compassionate licensed nurses, laboratory technicians, and trained counselors. We comply with abortion clinic New Mexico state regulations and local medical standards.

Abortion Pill / Medication Abortion

Up to 11.0 weeks from first day of last menstrual period (LMP)

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What is the Abortion Pill

The Abortion Pill is a combination of two medications that are taken in our center and in the privacy of your own home. Some women report the medication abortion as being “private” and “more like a miscarriage”.

• You will take the first pill in our center. It blocks progesterone, a hormone needed to continue the pregnancy.
• 24-48 hours after taking the first pill in our center, you will take the second set of pills at home.
• They gently soften and open the cervix so that the discontinued pregnancy can pass through.
• Most women will completely expel the uterine contents within 6 hours after taking the set of pills at home.
• You will experience vaginal bleeding similar to a heavy menstrual period and intense cramps.
• Most women could continue to bleed lightly up to their next period.

Effectiveness

The medication abortion (Abortion Pill) is 95-98% effective in completely ending a pregnancy. Effectiveness can depend on the treatment regimen and length of pregnancy. Most uses of the Abortion Pill are successful. An incomplete abortion can safely be treated with additional medication or a surgical abortion available here at our center.

One week later at your third visit to our center, you will be evaluated to determine the completeness of the abortion with a repeat ultrasound. This appointment is included in the price you pay the day you take the first dose of medication and is a required visit.

Contraception will be discussed and prescribed.

Learn more about what you can expect on the day of your procedure.

Surgical Abortion

Up to 16 weeks from first day of last menstrual period (LMP)

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Early Surgical Abortion (first trimester) 6 up to 12 weeks

After medical history forms, lab work, and counseling are completed, you will be escorted into the procedure room. A mild sedation may be given to eliminate anxiety.

The abortion method used is vacuum aspiration. It’s hard to say what the abortion will feel like since it’s different for each person. Some women compare it to menstrual cramps. After the procedure, you will be closely monitored in a comfortable recovery room under the supervision of the nursing staff.

Surgical Abortion (second trimester) 12.1 up to 16 weeks

This type of abortion performed after the 1st trimester of pregnancy is similar to the first trimester surgical procedures, but because the pregnancy is more advanced, the procedure takes a little more time and longer recovery is sometimes required.

After Your Surgical Abortion

Recovery

Following the abortion, you will be resting in a closely monitored and comfortable recovery room under the supervision of the nursing staff.

Before being discharged, you will be given a prescription and post-operative instructions. Patients are encouraged to rest a while before leaving our center. There’s no rush.

Afterwards

• You can resume normal activities the day after your abortion, but be careful with strenuous exercise.
• All prescribed medicines must be taken as directed.
• Any unusual symptoms such as excessive bleeding, severe cramping, or a temperature over 100.4 degrees F should be reported to our center.

Follow-up Care

We welcome patients to return our center for a follow-up examination about 3 weeks after your procedure or visit your personal physician for follow-up care.

Learn more about what you can expect on the day of your procedure.

Be aware of Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) and steer clear of them.