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Hello,
I had a surgical abortion 4 weeks ago exactly and as I was told to start the pill the Sunday after the procedure, I am now in the week waiting to get my first period after the procedure. I know that it is common to get your period late after an abortion procedure, but I'm wondering if it is still common to get it late if you have been taking birth control pills. Do I start the next pack on Sunday even if I haven't recieved my first period since the procedure? I have been extremely careful to take the pill exactly at the same time but I have had intercourse a couple times with my boyfriend, no condom used. I'm very much worried that I'm pregnant again, SO SOON, and would love some insight on what I can expect with my period. How long?
Thank you so much.
I'm so sorry that I just got your question. So what did you do about your situation?
I cannot really tell you about your period. Every woman is different so there is really no idea what to expect. You should probably be more careful if you don't want to get pregnant again. Did you have your post abortion checkup yet? Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com and let me know how you are doing.
Diane Cheryl
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Answers by Expert:
Diane Cheryl
Expertise
Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com if I am "maxed out" on questions. I will answer as soon as I can. Please be patient because I get many emails. If I don't answer within a reasonable time, please email me again and put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email. Thanks. Please contact me if you would like information about abortion procedures. What are your questions or concerns about an abortion? I also would be able to help with resources and networking. I can provide insight about emotional and psychological aspects of abortion. I would like to help you with up-to-date info and advice. I haven't had an abortion myself, but have 3 close friends who have experienced abortion and I can relate through them. I can also provide resources if you have experienced any post-abortion problems; medical, psychological, emotional, or spiritual. PRIVATE QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME!
Experience
I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women in unexpected pregnancy situations. I also provide resources for PASS (Post
Abortion Stress Syndrome).
Education/Credentials
Illinois Valley Community College (LaSalle-Peru, Illinois), Austin Community College and Travel Agent Degree.
Almost 22 years of on-the-job training onsite at abortion clinics and volunteering at pregnancy resource centers. Sonogram training and Post Abortion Counseling Training. Have done research with hundreds of women for almost 23 years regarding abortion, pregnancy and post-abortion healing.
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