I Don’t Want to Be Pregnant. Is Abortion My Only Option?

An unplanned pregnancy can trigger a variety of emotions, from fear to excitement, nervousness, and uncertainty. What will your future look like now? You may have feelings of not wanting to be pregnant because it wasn’t in your plans, or you’re starting to experience pregnancy symptoms like nausea. Keep reading to learn more about your

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Why Talk to Us About Abortion?

Finding out you’re pregnant can be an overwhelming experience—especially if it was unplanned. Who can you talk to about it? What are your options? What about abortion? Schedule a free and confidential appointment to talk with a caring staff member at The Open Door. We have locations in Breckenridge and Cisco, Texas.  Here are three

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What Is a Medical Abortion?

A medical abortion is a pregnancy termination method that utilizes drugs to end a pregnancy and then expel it from the body.  The two most common drugs used in this procedure are mifepristone and misoprostol. Mifepristone blocks the hormone progesterone, a necessary hormone for the pregnancy to continue. It will end the pregnancy. Misoprostol causes

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What to Know About Adoption in Texas

For women who have decided abortion isn’t right for them and parenting isn’t an option, adoption could be the best choice for them.  Keep reading to learn about adoption, adoption plans, and the assistance you can receive in Texas. What About an Adoption Plan? Adoption involves carrying your pregnancy to term and then placing your

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Can Women Die if They Can’t Have an Abortion?

This has been a publicly asked question after the overturn of Roe v. Wade in June of 2022. However, there are some misconceptions—especially in Texas. Knowing the facts can help put your mind at ease. Women won’t die if they can’t have elective abortions, which are by choice and not for medical reasons.  According to

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What Are the Side Effects of the Abortion Pill?

Medical abortion (the abortion pill) will cause vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping. Other side effects include nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, diarrhea, and headache. Want to learn more about the abortion pill? Schedule an appointment at The Open Door to have your abortion pill questions answered and receive free pregnancy services. What Else Should I Know

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What Are the Risks of Ordering the Abortion Pill Online?

Taking the abortion pill under medical supervision comes with health risks to consider. However, ordering online introduces additional potential dangers that didn’t exist before.  Here are four risks of ordering the abortion pill online. 1. Receiving the Wrong Medication In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates pharmacies and prescription drugs within

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What Are My Second-Trimester Pregnancy Options in Breckenridge, TX?

Currently, in Breckenridge, Texas, women in their second trimester of pregnancy can seek support for parenting and adoption. Both options come with support and resources to make either choice possible.  Parenting Resources If your heart is set on parenting, you can access many free resources in Breckenridge and Cisco to make this option more affordable

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What Are the Risks of the Abortion Pill?

Making quick decisions during a time of crisis is never good. When women discover they’re unexpectedly pregnant, they assume the easiest solution is the abortion pill. You need to know that you can have an incomplete abortion, heavy bleeding, or an infection with the abortion pill method. Learn the facts before scheduling your abortion. How

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How Can I Recover Emotionally After An Abortion?

Have you been confronted with many different emotions lately? You may be experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions after your abortion. Or maybe it didn’t hit you until months or even years later.  It can be easy to get overwhelmed by the aftermath of abortion, but you are not alone, and healing is possible. You Are

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