Louisiana Abortion Consultation Services
Louisiana Abortion Consultation
What Should I Do First If I’m Considering Abortion?
Confirm The Pregnancy:
- Visit your local Louisiana pregnancy center for a free medical grade pregnancy test and limited ultrasounds by licensed medical professionals.
- Understanding your pregnancy stage is crucial for considering your options.
If you’re considering abortion, the first essential step is to confirm your pregnancy and understand how far along you are so you can consider all of your options. Louisiana pregnancy centers provide pregnancy testing, abortion consultations, and ultrasound exams to help you make an informed decision.
It’s crucial to know that you’re not alone in this journey. While abortion might seem to be the only option for an unplanned pregnancy, it’s essential to weigh all factors before making your decision. Before visiting an abortion clinic it is important to be fully informed about the procedure and being aware of the associated risks will empower you to make a choice that’s right for you.
Your first step is to make an appointment at your local Louisiana pregnancy center to verify pregnancy and discuss your options.
Comprehensive Abortion Consult Services
No-Cost Abortion Consult Includes:
- Pregnancy testing and ultrasound to determine gestational age.
- Factual information on current abortion procedures.
- Risks and details of both medical and surgical abortions.
- STD/STI testing and treatment, along with other community resources.
Why is an Ultrasound Important?
Ultrasound Benefits:
- Determines the gestational age, especially important if you have irregular periods.
- Assesses the viability of the pregnancy, crucial since 20% – 25% of first trimester pregnancies end in miscarriage.
- Identifies ectopic pregnancies, which require immediate medical attention.
The Importance Of Ultrasound
An ultrasound will verify the gestational age of the fetus. This is especially helpful if you have irregular periods, have frequent spotting, or are not sure when you had your last period.
Ultrasound also determines the viability of the pregnancy. This is important since 20% – 25% of first trimester pregnancies end in miscarriage. Should the ultrasound reveal that the fetus is growing outside of the uterus (known as an ectopic pregnancy), you will be given instructions for immediate medical attention, as this condition can be life-threatening.
Addressing STD/STI Concerns
STD/STI Risks and Testing:
- STD/STIs can be present without symptoms.
- Untreated STD/STIs can lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, affecting future pregnancies.
- Many pregnancy centers offer free STD/STI testing and treatment.
Are You Considering Abortion?
Understanding Your Options:
- Louisiana pregnancy centers provide factual information regarding pregnancy options.
- They ensure you have the knowledge to make a choice that’s right for you.
Coerced Abortion: Know Your Rights
Your Decision Matters:
- Coerced abortion is illegal. You have the legal right to decide on your pregnancy.
- Whether you are an adult or a minor, no one can force you to have an abortion.
Louisiana Pregnancy Centers
In Louisiana there are pregnancy centers in all major cities including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Kenner, Bossier City, Monroe, Alexandria, Houma, and even many smaller cities.
Most Louisiana pregnancy centers listed offer free and confidential services including medical grade pregnancy tests and ultrasound exams.
3746 Government Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
318-442-4504
Cenla Pregnancy Center
1254 MacArthur Dr
Alexandria, LA 71315
318-314-3061
Women’s Life Ministries
109 E Mulberry St
Amite, LA 70422
905-747-0602
Louisiana Pregnancy Problem Center
3005 Florida Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
225-924-1400
Woman’s New Life Center
761 Colonial Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
225-663-6470
Louisiana Women’s Help Center
7515 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70874
225-359-9001
Care Pregnancy Clinic
3813 N Flannery Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70814
225-275-0100
Northlake CPC
19348 N. 4th Street
Covington, LA 70433
985-893-4281
Pregnancy Care Center
422 McMahon Street
Deridder, LA 70634
337-463-9500
The Unexpected Pregnancy Center
1101 Northwest Blvd
Franklin, LA 70538
337-321-6298
Westbank Pregnancy & Family Care Center
539 Lafayette St
Gretna, LA 70053
800-712-2357
Hope Restored for Life
1181 W. Tunnel Blvd, Suite E
Houma, LA 70360
985-872-4994
Heart of Hope
10420 Heart of Hope Way
Keithville, LA 71047
318.925.4663
Women’s Center of Lafayette
1331 Jefferson Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
337-289-9366
A Pregnancy Center and Clinic
913 S. College Rd. Ste. 206
Lafayette, LA 70503
337-232-5509
Louisiana Pregnancy Services
631 E. School Street
Lake Charles, LA 70607
337-474-7003
510 W. 18th St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-433-2797
New Life Crisis Pregnancy Center
302 W. Courthouse Street
Leesville, LA 71446
337-239-9863
Avoyelles Pregnancy Center
115 Ferdinand St. Suite 3
Marksville, LA 71351
318.545.2330
Access Pregnancy Center
921 Aris Ave Suite B
Metairie, LA 70005
504-832-1503
Seeds Women's Center
402 Broadway St.
Minden, LA 71058
318-639-0907
The Vine of NE Louisiana
2904 Evangeline Street
Monroe, LA 71201
318-512-4174
Women's Resource Center
107 North Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
318-357-8888
The Unexpected Pregnancy Center
117 E. Pershing Street
New Iberia, LA 70560
337-321-6298
Women's New Life Center
4612 S. Claiborne Ave
New Orleans, LA 70125
504-831-3117
Life Choices Pregnancy Center
606 Belue Lane
Ruston, LA 71270
318-202-2021
Mary’s House Pregnancy Care Center
906 Margaret Place
Shreveport, LA 71101
318-220-8009
Care Pregnancy Center
921 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71135
318-861-4600
Crisis Pregnancy Help Center
550 Gause Boulevard – Suite 2
Slidell, LA 70458
504-233-2832
Crossroads Pregnancy Resource Ctr
105 St Louis St
Thibodaux, LA 70301
985-492-6604
Avoyelles Pregnancy Center
4951 Hwy 84 West
Vidalia, LA 71373
318-248-8889
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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Do I need an appointment?
Answer: Walk-ins are welcome. However, it is best to make an appointment to minimize your office wait time.
Question: What is the cost?
Answer: All services are free and confidential.
Question: What should I expect when I come for my visit?
Answer: Upon your arrival, a friendly receptionist will guide you to meet your client advocate. This advocate will offer you a judgment-free space to talk, followed by essential information and a pregnancy test. In the event of a positive test result, a dedicated medical professional will perform a limited ultrasound to verify the pregnancy's viability and estimate the age of the fetus.
Question: How long after sex does it take for a pregnancy test to work and how accurate is the test?
Answer: Pregnancy tests can be performed 7 to 10 days after conception. A client with a negative result may be invited to return within 2 weeks for a repeat test if she has not had her period.
If you have taken a home pregnancy test, you may want to confirm results with a laboratory-quality test at your local pregnancy center. These pregnancy tests detect HCg levels within 7 to 10 after conception.
Question: Will you tell anyone about my visit?
Answer: Pregnancy centers maintain a rigorous privacy and confidentiality policy. Clients' information is safeguarded against unauthorized disclosure, respecting their right to privacy, except in instances mandated by law. This includes situations necessary for public health, preventing harm to the client or others, or in specific circumstances where the use or disclosure of information is justified without prior consent, such as in cases of abuse reporting or suicide/homicide prevention.
Question: When should I schedule an appointment?
Answer: High-quality, medical-grade pregnancy tests are capable of detecting pregnancy from the first day after your initial missed period. We advise scheduling an appointment if you've missed a period, have any queries related to pregnancy, or suspect that you might be pregnant.
Question: How far along do I have to be to get a free ultrasound?
Answer: After an initial consultation with a client advocate, many pregnancy centers offer on-site ultrasound scans. These limited ultrasounds are conducted by a licensed nurse sonographer or a registered diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS) and are subsequently reviewed by a licensed physician. The purpose of an ultrasound is to confirm the viability of the pregnancy and to establish the gestational age.
Question: I already know I'm pregnant and I want an abortion, what's next?
Answer: It is advisable to have an ultrasound to confirm the viability of your pregnancy and to ensure it is located within the uterus, as 20% to 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage. Moreover, the ultrasound helps in determining the stage of your pregnancy, which is essential in making an informed decision about the type of abortion procedure you may consider. Many pregnancy centers offer a limited ultrasound free of charge.
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