Abortion in Norwich, CT
We offer the following abortion services:
Medication Abortion / Abortion Pill
Availability and How to Prepare
The abortion pill (also known as a medication abortion) is offered up to 11 weeks after the first day of your last menstrual period. It is a safe and effective way of ending an early pregnancy.
If your last period was more than 11 weeks ago, read about our in-clinic abortion services below.
Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.
For Telehealth Services: When you call to schedule your appointment, you will be asked a series of screening questions to check if a telehealth medication abortion is a safe option for you. After scheduling, you will receive a questionnaire via MyChart that you must complete before your appointment to confirm you're a candidate for telehealth medication abortion. Please ensure that you have:
- Taken a home pregnancy test to confirm pregnancy status.
- The date of your last menstrual period (LMP).
Post-Appointment Information
In the unlikely event that you are still pregnant, you may need another dose of medicine or to have an in-clinic abortion to end the pregnancy.
We’ll also give you after-care instructions and a phone number you can call with any questions or concerns.
Abortion Procedure / In-Clinic Abortion
Availability
In-clinic abortion (also known as surgical abortion) is offered up to 15 weeks and 6 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
If your last period started more than 15 weeks and 6 days ago, we can help connect you to other abortion options in your area.
In-clinic abortions are available by appointment only.
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Gestation period 5-11$613 - $701
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Gestation period 12-13$708 - $796
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Gestation period 14-15$808 - $896
Gestational Periods
Preparing For Your Appointment
If you take any medicines, please continue to take them normally before your appointment or bring them with you on the day of your appointment.
If you have asthma, bring an inhaler if you have one.
If you plan to have sedation, please do not eat for 6 hours or drink clear liquids for 6 hours before your appointment.
If you desire medication to help make your in-clinic abortion more comfortable, you must have a responsible companion with you to help you get home safely.
There may be additional charges for lab and blood work.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been made.
What To Expect During Your Appointment
When you choose an abortion service at our health center, you may also receive the following: pregnancy test pregnancy dating (ultrasound)
At times there may be protesters outside of the health center. We suggest you avoid interaction with them.
Please do not bring children to the health center.
CT Requirements
Informed Consent
Prior to an abortion, a patient must receive information about the procedure from a counselor. The patient must sign a consent form that describes the "nature and consequences of the procedure which shall be used."
Post-Viability Abortion Restriction
Connecticut's post-viability restriction provides that no abortion may be performed after viability unless necessary to preserve the woman's life or health.
Young Women's Access to Abortion
A patient under 16 can obtain an abortion after receiving counseling from a PPC registered nurse or clinician. While we encourage all young people to talk with their parents, guardians, or trusted adults about their reproductive and sexual health, in the state of CT, adult permission (from a parent or guardian) is not required for them to receive services from Planned Parenthood.
If you are under the age of 18 and need help talking with your parents/caregivers or seeking judicial bypass we can help.
Additional Abortion Support
Before your abortion, our expert and caring staff will discuss all of your pregnancy options with you to help you make sure abortion is the best decision for you. We’ll also talk with you about your health history to make sure we’re providing the best care for you.
If you don’t have insurance and need help paying for your abortion, call us. We may be able to help you with financial assistance. You can also go to AbortionFunds.org for financial help.
We also offer the following services at this clinic:
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Pregnancy test$13-$30
Abortion consultation
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Miscarriage care and support
Do you have questions about abortion services at Planned Parenthood of Connecticut?
Our caring staff will answer your questions and make appointments for the abortion pill (medication abortion) and in-clinic abortions.
Dial us toll free at 1-877-529-3689.
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm
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