A perspective that honors women’s experiences and calls for deeper listening When a woman steps into a doctor’s office, seeking help, she often expects two things: to be listened to and to be helped. Yet for many who use hormonal contraception or other medical birth control methods, the side effects they experience are minimized—called “normal,” “expected,” or even “all in your head.”  Whether it’s through pregnancy decisions or family planning, we believe women should be bet

What is the difference between a medical abortion and a miscarriage? Sometimes abortion pills are called “miscarriage pills,” but does a medical abortion cause a miscarriage? Medical abortion -   an elective procedure where a pregnancy is terminated before the 10th week of pregnancy using a regimen of drugs known as the abortion pill.  Miscarriage -   a spontaneous loss of pregnancy before the 20th week of pregnancy that is not caused by anything a woman does or does not do.

College life is full of new experiences, friendships, and unforgettable nights out; however, safety should always come first among the...

When it comes to women's reproductive health, few topics evoke more complex emotions and debate than abortion. The medical abortion...