"I am sure that all people know deep down inside that the little child in a mother's womb is a human being from the moment of conception created in the image of God to love and be loved."

                -Mother Teresa

Anyone contemplating an abortion should consider some important facts.
Many women experience one or more of the following consequences, some of which may take several years to surface.

Physical:
Serious complications do occur in as many as 1 out of every 100 early abortions and 1 out of 50 later abortions.

Perforated uterus or damage to other organs
Excessive bleeding, requiring blood transfusions
Chronic and acute infections
Intense pain
Incomplete removal of the baby or placenta
High fever
Convulsions
Shock
Coma
A greater increase in miscarriages, and ectopic (tubal) pregnancies
Premature births
Still births
Infertility
Breast cancer
Death

Emotional:
Women experience strong negative emotions after an abortion.
This is known as "Post Abortion Syndrome"

Guilt
Anger
Anxiety
Feeling of Helplessness
Isolation
Mental Breakdown
Depression
Suicidal Thoughts
Denial
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Sexual Dysfunction
Preocupation with becoming pregnant again or a fear of future pregnancies
Nightmares and Flashbacks
Distrust and feelings of betrayal
Frequent or uncontrollable crying

Remember, we are here for you in your time of need. If you have have questions you may call during office hours, E-mail from the CONTACT US page, or call our hotline.

Her Choice North Alabama Women's Center is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization.