AboutJessica Elsfort, CRM Expertise Feel free and confident in inquiring about pro-choice issues both past and present. I affirm in all situations women's choice in the real world, as it relates to us and the myriad ways we can uphold it, protect it, and support each other. Birth control, IUDs (copper and hormonal), responsibilities of the male partner(s)--these topics are vital to women today, and I can synthesize recent developments across media. Don't hesitate to ask the tough questions about reproductive health concerns. I keep an updated network of resources every woman should know about. Sisters, don't forget to look out for your girls; be an advocate and speak up for your friends.
Experience On-site clinical studies/internships
Three years Women's Studies Org.
Extensive training in conference settings
Organizations College journalists
Women's Studies Org.
NAACP
Education/Credentials College (BA studies in Biology and Journalism)
Conflict Resolution Mgmt. (under licensed psychiatrist)
Question My girl friend is pregnant for almost 3 weeks now and we don't know what to do. She want to abort the baby because it's still complicated for us to have one. She also don't want her parents know about it, she's gonna be dead, or i will be. She is also scared of surgical abortion that's why I've been reading a lot of articles from the internet and i found out that one effective way to abort a baby is through taking Ru-486. I'm also aware that it's a little bit dangerous, but what should we do? Can you please lend me some of your advise and expertise on this matter? I will be delightful to hear your answer. Thanks.
Answer Dear Sancho,
You're doing a lot of research and asking questions, which is really good.
These are the links I pulled up for RU-486 regarding the dangers/side effects you asked about:
One area I don't think the internet has helped you with yet: the basic concerns you have about the baby. You mentioned that it will be complicated to have one, and that both of your parents are bound to have scary reactions.
I want to know: would you like to bring up that topic with someone? There is a confidential toll-free number you could call if you wanted (or if your girlfriend wanted) just to bring up these topics and talk about it with a real person on the other end. It's a phone line open 24-7, by a group who doesn't do abortions, and they talk to anybody with concerns and questions.
There is a lot of info out there, and you seem pretty good at finding it. The surgery is worrying her, the pill seems to be concerning you, and you both seem worried about the baby.
It's 1-800-395-HELP (or 1-800-395-4357) if you or your girlfriend get the need to call.
Thank you for checking things out beforehand. I hope you're all ok, you two and the baby. Please keep asking and searching for help.
