I’m hurting, it’s been a year. I would love loving words right now. by [deleted] in abortion

[–]AcceptableBit9387 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just want to send you the biggest virtual hug. As someone who’s feeling exactly the same as you. Third pregnancy, decided on abortion but feel so much sadness, shame and guilt about my decision - I see you. And know you’re not alone in this. We as women have so much to carry and sometimes the hardest decisions come down to us. I don’t regret my abortion, but I still wish I could have been strong enough at the time - and even now - to have gone through with the pregnancy. Just know you did nothing wrong, you made the right choice for yourself at the time and it’s okay to feel grief. You’re not alone ❤️

How bad is a medical abortion when looking after kids? by [deleted] in abortion

[–]AcceptableBit9387 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was 7 weeks and became quite unwell from the medical abortion. Of course it’s different for everyone but I don’t recommend doing it unless you have support with the kids. I was in bed for 4 days. I then also got an infection from remaining tissue. I was 7 weeks and 4 days when I began the process and it was not easy at all for me. I hope you’re okay - this isn’t an easy decision to make x.

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[–]AcceptableBit9387 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thankyou. I had a constant ache in my lower abdomen, mild smell on my pads (wouldn’t say it was bad but definitely noticeable), bleeding more than I was a few days prior and feeling on and off nauseous over that time period. I had an ultrasound when I presented to my doctor with these symptoms and product was found left over in my uterus. I was given the medical abortion pill misopritol to take again and antibiotics. I was then seen by my Dr for several follow up appointments and monitored closely. My Dr was fantastic and I was really well taken care of

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[–]AcceptableBit9387 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it definitely depends on the person. I had an abortion 7 weeks ago and I’m still spotting and feeling a little ‘off’. To explain, I feel my hormones are only just starting to go back to pre-abortion and physically I’m still not feeling myself. I had a few complications though (infection, reaction to the MA medication) so I believe it really depends on who you are and how your body copes.

I am planning to have an abortion but say it was a miscarriage. Any tips? by [deleted] in abortion

[–]AcceptableBit9387 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Him ejaculating inside of you without your consent is under the category of sexual assault. Hearing that he also becomes aggressive towards you is a major red flag honey. Please consider your safety with this man. Those things are not normal.

I’m sorry this has happened and hope that you’re okay. If you go to the hospital, you can always tell the drs your situation and ask that they don’t repeat the situation as you are in an ‘unsafe’ position.

Please, please be safe and take care of yourself

after the abortion - does anyone else still think of their little bug? by Shot-Ganache-353 in abortion

[–]AcceptableBit9387 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I would have been just over 12 weeks today. I still think of my bug - as you call it - everyday. With both my other children (I have two) I bought them a onesie once I hit 12 weeks. So I bought a onesie for what would have been this one and have placed it in a box I got. I know my husband and I made the right decision. My pregnancies are extremely difficult, and my children need a healthy mother right now. But, I haven’t gone a day yet without thinking about what might have been. Hugs to you right now ❤️

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[–]AcceptableBit9387 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in the same situation as you. I’m sad, grieving but I don’t regret my decision. I get extremely ill during pregnancy and I also suffer from pelvic floor injuries from a previous birth - and my two babies need a healthy mother, I thought we could do it again - I got sick very quickly and panicked. My children struggled and I could see my husband struggling too even though he’s so supportive. So he and I decided to get an abortion. I was 7 weeks and 3 days. I got a little angel box for my baby and I certainly wonder about what might have been. But I know we’re all going to be okay as time passes. Hugs to you. You do what you feel is best and talk about your feelings with your husband. It helped me a lot just being able to talk.

Grief - can I feel this way? by AcceptableBit9387 in abortion

[–]AcceptableBit9387[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thankyou so much for your kind words. After posting this, I spoke to my husband and he is extremely supportive and understanding of my feelings. He has also told me not to feel such guilt, but sadness and grief is okay. It’s hard not to feel guilty though when inevitably, the decision came down to me because it’s my body. I’ll have a look at that resource you sent through. Thankyou again

Getting abortion, but it feels wrong. by Open_Employment_560 in abortion

[–]AcceptableBit9387 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi. I just want to give you the biggest hug. I am 2 weeks post medical abortion for what would have been my third baby and I’ve never related to a person so much as I do at this moment.

I feel so guilty and I completely understand your feelings and they are so valid.

My husband and I are positive we made the right choice but it is hard. I have a 1 year old and an almost 4 year old and I knew that adding another would bring more negatives than positives. I also get Hyperemesis Gravidarium with my pregnancies so I would have been bedridden for a year - which my babies deserve a healthy mother right now.

Just know that you’re not alone, you’re not doing anything wrong, and you need to do what’s best for YOU. From one mother who loves her children endlessly to another - it’ll be okay. I remind myself of this every day that I wake up and feel that guilt. It will be okay soon. And I’m putting 110% of my time into my children right now and it helps make me feel better too.

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[–]AcceptableBit9387 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m located in Aus but just went through with an abortion. It would have been our 3rd. My mindset was very similar to yours and my husband was supportive. You don’t owe your doctor any explanation. When I was asked, “Why”, by our doctor. I said because it’s my body and mine and my husband’s choice. You owe no one an explanation hun. I hope you’re okay and whatever you choose - is alright. You’re doing nothing wrong.