All in Two Abortions

"We were both on the same page and agreed it wouldn’t be fair to us or the child to have it."

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Two Abortions, Massachusetts

“I am still with the same boyfriend and thank goodness I have him by my side to support my decision again. It’s our bodies babe, if we don’t want a child, we deserve and have the right to make that choice. And even though we make this educated choice, we are still allowed to grieve and mourn and navigate all the confusing emotions.” Read more.

"As the weeks went on, the initial excitement wore off and turned to depression, dread and terror."

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Two Abortions, Canada

“This will be my second abortion. My first one was a very tough decision and I felt shame for years after. That’s why I didn’t think it was an option this time. But it is. I’m so so grateful for this compassionate group and my access to abortion. It changed my outlook on my decision and cleared my conscious. I don’t feel alone anymore or that I have to justify my choice. Tears of joy. Thank you to everyone who has shared their story- they’ve all helped me so so much!” Read more.

"If I could go back, I would tell my 19-year-old self that it’s okay, and that I was not doing anything shameful or wrong."

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Two Abortions, U.S.

“When our child was around two years old, I got pregnant for the third time. We simply knew we did not want any more children, and it was quite honestly an easy decision for me to choose a medical abortion. I still didn’t have a lot of emotional support, but I was fortunately in a safe living situation this time around, and had learned a lot more about sexual health through social media.” Read more.

"I spent my childhood looking after my younger siblings and saw my mom struggle as a single parent on a low income my whole life. I vowed to never be like that."

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Two Abortions, Multiple Abortions, Locations not given

“I accidentally got pregnant and had an abortion during the pandemic. It was pretty traumatic but I was instantly relieved. Since then I’ve gone on to get my bachelors and masters degree. When I think of my future, I envision freedom, adventure and peace of mind. Two years later, here I am again with another unwanted pregnancy.” This story includes supportive comments from others who’ve had more than one abortion. Read more.

"I had gotten my failed IUD replaced. I felt safe. I wasn’t safe from unwanted pregnancy."

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Two Abortions, Location Not Given

“I never thought teenage pregnancy could happen to me until it did. The first time, I was 17. I was in high school, using an IUD for birth control, and with a boy who spent his time smoking weed and playing video games. I didn’t want him to be my baby’s father. I was already undergoing depression, constantly skipping school, with the wrong crowd, and I knew this was the time to prioritize myself.” Read more.

"He was an alcoholic. I didn’t want to be a mother under these circumstances."

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Two Abortions, Location Not Given

“The abortion at 39 was harder. I felt I “knew” most women my age would be thrilled to be pregnant. I felt it would be my last chance to be pregnant. I was with an economically unstable man. We had just moved in together. He said he was recovered but didn’t go to AA or anything. I was already depressed and feared postpartum depression. I did not want the baby.” Read more.

"I was married, the mother of two girls, and found myself with another unplanned pregnancy."

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Two Abortions, California, Texas

“We had a very emotional conversation that day, and my mom had the ultimate courage on telling me about her two abortions. My mom was 17 when she had her first abortion, she had me when she was 21, and she had her second abortion at 26. This was something I never knew about, and it was something she never talked about, but that conversation helped me in making my choice.” Read more.

"I had a bad childhood and have no family, and I don’t want to continue my genetics on to another person."

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Two Abortions, Canada

“I am 24 and with a different long term partner. When I found out, I was upset, but immediately knew I needed to terminate. I’m living in a basement, I’m poor and can barely take care of myself. I found I grew some attachment for a brief couple of days, but ultimately, this procedure was much easier emotionally. I don’t regret it or feel like I made a mistake.” Read more.

"We had a complete birth control fail and there you go."

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Two Abortions, U.S.

“I’m still spinning over the fact it happened again, despite precautions. That part is hard. There is still pain this time around, and I’m trying not to avoid it. I sit with it and I accept it -that’s something I learned. However, there is no shame. I know that abortion is normal, it is necessary and we need to change society to nurture people as they go through this process.” Read more.

"I am interested in hearing from women in their 40s without children who've had abortions and might be worried that because of their age this might be ‘the last shot'. "

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Two Abortions, Multiple Abortions, Locations not given

“I had my second abortion at age 42 and did have a moment of pause about it being likely my last chance to have a child. When I considered what I wanted my life to look like, and what I would want a child’s life to look like, they simply didn’t match up. I wasn’t in a place where I was willing to make the life changes needed to raise a child. I think every child born should be an intentional choice. People should be REALLY sure they want to give all that it takes to raise and support a thoughtful, kind human before having a baby.” Read more.

"I got pregnant for the first time when I had just turned 18, I was 2 weeks into my first year at university."

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Two Abortions, U.K.

“I found out I am pregnant again. I am 19 years old now, 20 in a few weeks. I don't have any hesitation towards it, but at least last time I was living away from home. Now I am living with my parents and brothers, and it is so hard knowing how disappointed they would be if they ever knew. I don't regret anything I have done or am doing, but it doesn't make it any easier.” Read more.

"Due to my troublesome childhood I had decided years ago that I would never want to be a mother."

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Two Abortions, U.S.

“Lucky for me, the procedure worked, even though I was so early in my pregnancy. I was relieved and thankful that I had the privilege of having the option to terminate. Fast forward to now. I haven’t been nauseous but my breasts have been extremely tender. I woke up this morning, 1 day before my expected period, knowing I needed to take a test. Sure enough, pregnant again. The appointment has been made, I will be terminating this pregnancy as well.” Read more.

"Growing up, abortion was only ever discussed by my mom in very hushed tones- as though just speaking about it was shameful in itself."

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Two Abortions, Florida, New York

“A friend recently reminded me that shame dies in the light. So many of us have either had or know someone who has had an abortion and yet we still struggle and keep our stories in the dark. Sharing this isn’t easy for me either, but I hope my story might help someone else cast off that suffocating shame or stand taller, speak up and speak out.” Read more.

"Due to my severe fear of pregnancy and birth I couldn’t go through with it."

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Two Abortions, U.K.

“I have had two abortions and the most heartbreaking thing of all is that they were planned pregnancies but due to my severe fear of pregnancy and birth I couldn’t go through with it. There needs to be more awareness and support around the condition of Tokophobia and often it really does come down to continuing with a pregnancy and letting your mental health drastically suffer, or to terminate and look after yourself.” Read more.

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