Unexpected Pregnancy?
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Considering Abortion?
The abortion pill is only FDA-approved for early pregnancy and should not be ordered online. An ultrasound is recommended to determine the viability and length of pregnancy before taking the abortion pill or proceeding with an out-of-state abortion.
The type and cost of abortions depend on multiple factors, including how far along you are and if there are any pregnancy complications. Contact us to learn more about your options.
An ultrasound is an important health and safety step:
Obstetric ultrasounds can help determine:
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How far along you are (the approximate age of your pregnancy) and if the pregnancy is viable
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If there is a potentially life-threatening ectopic (tubal) pregnancy
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Abortion methods by trimester
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If your pregnancy is developing under normal conditions
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Whether or not you are carrying a single fetus or multiples (depending on gestational age)
If you are considering abortion, an ultrasound is an important health and safety step that can determine how far along you are and what options are available to you. While we do not perform or refer for abortion services, we can provide the answers you need to make an informed decision. We exist to empower women facing unexpected pregnancies with free services, resources, and ongoing support.
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Hours
Monday: 9am-4:30pm
Tuesday: Tele-appointments only
Wednesday: 11am-4:30pm
Thursday: 9am-4:30pm
First Step Women's Center serves women and men by providing holistic reproductive health services, counseling, support, and practical help. All our services are confidential and are provided at no cost to our clients. We believe each person has a right to get information from a resource that will not profit from the choices and pregnancy decisions they make. While we do not provide or refer for abortion services, we can answer your questions about side effects, what to expect, and more. Need telehealth services? Please note that we can only provide telehealth services to individuals located in Illinois and can provide a state ID. If you do not have a license or identification that shows you are an Illinois resident, we can still provide in-person care at no cost to you.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and should not be substituted for medical or legal advice. We are committed to protecting your health information. Please be aware that communicating via unencrypted text messaging or messaging services has some level of risk of being read by a 3rd party.