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Abortion Method Information

Learn more about the most common types of medication and surgical abortions.

Medication Abortion | The Abortion Pill

A medication abortion, the abortion pill, is two drugs taken in separate doses. Another name for the abortion pill is a medical or chemical abortion. It is FDA-approved up through 10 weeks after a woman's last menstrual period. 

Aspiration Abortion

An aspiration abortion procedure can be performed up to 13 weeks after a woman's last menstrual period (LMP). It is the most common early surgical abortion method and it is an outpatient procedure. 

Dilation and Evacuation

A D&E abortion is typically performed 13 weeks or more after a woman's LMP. It is the most common second-trimester surgical abortion method. Local anesthesia or sedation is commonly utilized.

Free Consultation & Pregnancy Verification

Considering abortion? We can help answer questions you have about abortion pills and procedures. Although we do not provide or refer for abortions, we can provide a free ultrasound confirmation so you can know how far along you are, learn more about abortion types, what to expect, ask questions, and explore your options.

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RESOLVE Life Center in Central Maine provides free and confidential pregnancy services to our community. We believe women and men have a right to get information from a resource that will not profit from the choices and pregnancy decisions they make. 

 

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