What you need to know about Safe Abortion In South Africa

1. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes  Whatsapp: @062 595 2446  @mariestopes_sa  /mariestopes.org.za Safe & Legal Abortions - 0800 11 77 85 #BlueRibbon We support the rights of all women to have Safe & Legal abortions BOOK SAFE ABORTION APPOINTMENT Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 1/11

2. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes Contact Us For more info on Abortion Pills Safe Abortion What you need to know about pain-free abortions in South Africa  0800 11 77 85 or whatsapp Contact us today to make an appointment. Based on your stage of pregnancy, one of our highly-trained medical professionals will be able to recommend which procedure suits you best. Should you choose the abortion pill, we can supply a prescription for you. We offer a same-day, safe abortion procedure for unwanted pregnancies up to 20 weeks. At Marie Stopes South Africa, we understand that an unplanned pregnancy can be daunting and that the word ‘abortion’ has a social stigma attached that can be humiliating for women, which can lead them to seek alternative abortion procedures that are not only illegal but can also be fatal. We are the country’s largest non-profit provider of sexual and reproductive healthcare services. Our goal is to ensure every woman knows that having an abortion is a legal human right and they do not need to be ashamed of considering having the procedure. Q. When is an abortion illegal? A. After 20 Weeks Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 2/11

3. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes 20 or more weeks PLEASE CONTACT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL We do not perform an abortion after 20 weeks. 12 weeks or less A LEGAL AND SAFE ABORTION IS AVAILABLE IF: You would like to have one performed. A woman can request a Safe Abortion for any reason. Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 3/11

4. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes 13 to 20 weeks A LEGAL AND SAFE ABORTION IS AVAILABLE IF: The pregnancy is a danger to the mother’s physical or mental health. The pregnancy is as a result of rape or incest. The fetus is likely to die. The birth will affect the woman’s socioeconomic status. Will an abortion hurt?  20 or more weeks PLEASE CONTACT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 4/11

5. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes We do not perform an abortion after 20 weeks. You can expect intermittent mild to severe cramps whether you choose the medical process (often CONTACT US ABOUT SAFE ABORTIONS called the abortion pill) or procedure (a minor same-day Marie Stopes provides thousands of safe abortions every year. procedure). However, the pain can be managed by medication. At Marie Stopes, an expert nurse or doctor will provide pre-care information on the day of your appointment and make time to answer any questions you may have. How much will an abortion cost?  They will also provide aftercare materials to make sure you know what to expect when you get home and how to get in touch with us should you have any concerns. Can I have children afterwards?  Safe Abortion Procedures Is abortion 100% effective? We offer two types of safe abortion procedures:  1. The Marie Stopes Medical Process (often called the abortion pill or simply, ‘the How does an abortion procedure work? pill’)  2. The Marie Stopes Procedure (which is a minor, same-day surgical procedure) Based on the stage of your pregnancy, our accredited nurses and doctors can Are there any after abortion side effects?  recommend which safe abortion method will suit you best. In the South African Constitution, it states, ‘The Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1996 protects the right of women of any age to access abortion legally in South Africa, at a designated facility by a trained provider up to 20 weeks of pregnancy. Furthermore, women under the age of 18 do not need consent from their parents to have Privacy - Terms an abortion’. https://safeabortion.co 5/11

6. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes Currently, we have 17 safe abortion clinics across the country that offer the procedures. We will also supply you with any support – and help – you may need. For a safe abortion , please visit our website which provides a webform that you can fill in and book an appointment. Alternatively, you can call us on 0800 11 77 85. Find your nearest Safe Abortion Clinic We have safe abortion clinics in the following areas of South Africa: Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, North-West and Western Cape. We have expanded our national footprint with the launch of additional Women's Healthcare Units (HCUs) intended to increase access to much-needed women's reproductive healthcare services in South Africa. What is an HCU? Our HCU (women's health care unit) is an innovative solution to give more women in South Africa access to superior-quality sexual and reproductive healthcare services. HCUs are located in a community-centric medical facility; this allows for convenience and confidentiality. FIND YOUR NEAREST ABORTION CENTRE Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 6/11

7. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes What is an unsafe abortion? Safe abortion is provided by a specially trained nurse or doctor in a facility designated by the Department of Health. Marie Stopes does NOT provide services outside of our centres, so be cautious of anyone using our name or logo at centres not listed on our official website. Watch out for any abortion provider who: Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 7/11

8. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes does not have a landline phone number or a fixed address does not provide a clinical examination and determine the correct stage of pregnancy does not provide aftercare services or make themselves available for questions offers to provide medical abortion tablets beyond 9 weeks or any abortion service beyond 20 weeks How we help Our vision is to raise awareness about accessibility to women’s healthcare facilities throughout the country for women who need safe and legal abortion care. Let’s work together towards a future where every birth is wanted. Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 8/11

9. 04/05/2020 Safe Abortion | Safe Abortion Clinics South Africa | Marie Stopes Would you like one of our professionals to make contact with you? Full Name Email Address Phone Number CONTACT ME ABOUT A SAFE ABORTION CONFIDENTIALITY. We guarantee your rights to confidentiality. All personal information submitted remains private and confidential. FIND A CENTRE Western Cape OUR SERVICES Safe Abortion LATEST FROM OUR BLOG Family Planning CONTACT US Questions or Bookings Eastern Cape Contraceptives Post Abortion Care 0800 11 77 85 Free State Pregnancy Care Safe Abortion Services Click here to send us an email Gauteng HIV & STI Testing Friend or Follow Us for the latest KwaZulu-Natal Women’s Wellness in sex and health North West Pap Smears Privacy - Terms https://safeabortion.co 9/11

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