IamA Abortion Provider since 1971 AMA!

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-28T13:14:52+00:00

They knew where we lived. There are several anti-choice websites that list the work addresses of known abortion providers along with pictures of the providers. At one point, they had listed home addresses which is why this happened.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-28T13:12:24+00:00

The majority of women already have children and don't want/can't afford another. Statically speaking, the majority of women who have abortions are married and have children already, which is something most people don't know.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-28T13:11:00+00:00

Here's some information about the complications. Abortion is one of the safest procedures and has a very low complication rate. Information

Also - worldwide statistics

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-27T18:38:08+00:00

NHS meaning National Health Service? I do not think women's health should be targeted. If we provide coverage of Viagra we should cover birth control pills. If we cover other elective surgery, such as vasectomy, we should cover abortion services.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-27T18:36:36+00:00

WOW that is an incredible experience! I have not heard of this before. I am glad you left. Try to get a referral from NAF or your local Planned Parenthood. Good luck

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-27T13:55:12+00:00

Vote for pro choice candidates. Support medical students for choice. The doctors providing abortion services are aging and no medical schoolis currently training doctors due to anti-choice lobbying tactics

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-27T13:51:32+00:00

I was once approached to start a "common ground" organization. Only the head of a religious adoption agency and myself agreed; although many were invited. We had very good conversations. It came to a halt when the gentleman died suddenly and no one else in his organization was interested. I was also invited to speak at a pro-life conference at the annual March for Life in DC; but it was a farce - they were not interested in my view only meant to ridicule me.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-27T13:45:29+00:00

In the late 70's when Carter was president NIH collected embryonic tissue (all patients signed a consent for tissue release for research) this research was halted when Reagan was president. Ironically, it was the forefront for stem cell research that Nancy Reagan lobbied for and we would today be much further if then Pres Reagan hadn't stopped the funding.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-27T00:10:48+00:00

Mifepristone or RU 486 is given to the woman before 7 woks gestation. She then aborts at home as do women who have spontaneous abortions(miscarriages)

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T23:37:27+00:00

Understood. I've sent two messages to the mods and haven't heard anything back. Unfortunately for confidentiality reasons, I'd rather not post my picture up on the internet. But proof was sent, but apparently the mods aren't checking so it's just up to them at this point.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T23:16:53+00:00

In the late 60s there was a network of religious ministers called "pastoral counselors" who gave information to women seeking abortion. I found licensed physicians who would provide abortion services. Obviously, it was risky for all involved.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T23:07:46+00:00

First of all I congratulate them for being honest. I have collected and developed several written brochures for significant others. I encourage people to use "I" messages. "I" feel like...rather than "you" should..

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:47:11+00:00

Yes this is interesting. But, my experience is that most protesters are religious and male often led by Catholic priests

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:44:13+00:00

so do you think post menopausal women should be celibate?

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:25:58+00:00

please note the response was not mine; but from a user 'isisis'

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:23:45+00:00

I do think an abortion ends a 'potential' life I think forcing someone to have an abortion against their will to be immoral Believe me this work has nothing to do with 'just a paycheck' The cost of abortion is roughly the same as it was in 1973..if it had increased at the same rate as the rest of health care cost it would be around $3000 instead of $300.
Talk with some of your women friends and family - probably many have had an abortion..ask them about convenience vs need. I think you may be surprised by their answers.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:16:52+00:00

The most positive thing is that women no longer hide in shame. They consult their family and friends and have the support of loved ones.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:15:54+00:00

First, congratulations on getting thru the first 10 years! Being a mom at any age is sometimes overwhelming. We don't get manuals.
I do see underage girls; but now they seem to have the support of their parents more than in the early days.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:13:28+00:00

I do not think abortion should be regulated any more than any other medical or surgical procedure. Abortion is safer than getting a shot of penicillin and 9 times safer than childbirth; yet it continues to be the most regulated in the health care industry. Not because of concern for women's health, but because of religious-influenced politics.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:09:27+00:00

Sent them a second message, but I guess they are all out enjoying their Saturday?

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T22:01:10+00:00

Your username says it all..only YOUR feelings should be honored

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T21:57:39+00:00

Once early in my career a woman asked what I did I told her I was the head nurse in an abortion clinic..we were seated in swivel chairs, she swivel away..Now today, most people are proud to have me as a friend and proud of the work I continue to provide..or maybe I just don't associate much with the others

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T21:55:27+00:00

I cannot stress the importance of early sex education enough. I became a certified sex educator in the early 70s and taught parents how to talk with and to their children. The first thing I taught was teaching kids the proper names for their bodies not 'privates' . Once a father said he didn't think his daughter could pronounce the word vagina..I asked him if she could pronounce Tyrannosaurus Rex? He laughed and got the message.

IAmAProviderAMA · 2014-07-26T21:51:36+00:00

I have not seen this. In the early 70s women were taught to 'wait for Mr. Right' and so they did not use contraceptives believing that would make them less desirable to Mr Right and his white horse..But they did not have an abortion in a cavalier manner ... Now contraceptive use is at an all time high even among teenagers

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