Signs You Are Being Pressured into an Abortion Decision

October 24, 2025

Facing an unexpected pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially when people around you have strong opinions about what you should do. Pressure—whether subtle or direct—can make it hard to separate what you truly want from what others are telling you. If you feel like someone is pushing you toward abortion, recognizing the signs of pressure is the first step to regaining a clear understanding of what you want for yourself and your future. At Abria, we provide a safe and confidential space where you can discuss your situation openly and receive accurate information about your options—without judgment or pressure.

When Conversations Feel One-Sided

My Friends Are Telling Me to Abort, But I’m Not Ready

September 3, 2025

Friends often want to help when you’re facing something unexpected, but their advice may not always match your values or what feels right to you. If people around you are encouraging abortion and you’re not ready for that decision, it’s important to pause and remember that this is your choice. Contact us to find out how we can support you in your decision-making process. We offer a judgment-free space to learn more about your options, and our services are no-cost and confidential.

Sorting Through Outside Pressure

What Are the Risks of Abortion?

August 12, 2025

Are you considering abortion? Facing an unplanned pregnancy and feeling unprepared, unsupported, or pressured can make abortion seem like the only path forward. But before you decide, it’s important to understand that abortion is not your only option, and it is a medical decision that comes with risks. At Abria, we’re here to give you accurate information about abortion in a safe and welcoming space so you can make a fully informed decision based on the facts.

How Abortion May Affect You

Medical Abortion Risks

How Do I Recover Emotionally After an Abortion?

February 17, 2023

Abortion procedures affect every woman differently, and your journey is unique. You may feel shocked, lost, depressed, or even numb from your experience, especially if you struggled with mental health before your abortion.

The good news is that you can find healing and wholeness through intentional effort and the right resources.

Seek Post-Abortive Care 

In addition to your family and friends, we always recommend seeking professional help. While having a solid support system is essential, ...read more

3 Things Needed Before Abortion

January 19, 2023

When facing an unplanned pregnancy, there are many possibilities and factors to consider, but the most important is your physical and mental health.

If you are considering terminating your pregnancy, take the following health screenings prior to the abortion.

Pregnancy Testing

To proceed confidently with your abortion, a positive pregnancy test is required. If you have relied on common pregnancy symptoms so far, a positive pregnancy test will eliminate doubts, so you know exactly how to proceed.

At Abria Pregnancy Resources, we provide free q ...read more

Roe v. Wade Overturned: Separating Fact from Fiction

December 27, 2022

After the Supreme Court ruling Roe v. Wade was reversed, it’s confusing to interpret how abortion access for women across the United States has been affected. 

Read this article for common questions about this historic court ruling and the facts about abortion access in the U.S.

What Did the Supreme Court’s Overruling Mean?

In 1973, the sitting Supreme Court ruled that the U.S. Constitution included a woman’s right to an abortion. This decision meant that abortion was a federally-protected right.

In the summer of 2022, the ex ...read more

What are the Signs of an Incomplete Abortion? 

November 29, 2022

If you’re puzzled by the term “incomplete abortion”, don’t worry. It can be confusing.

The term incomplete abortion describes abortions that successfully terminate the pregnancy, but fail to remove all the fetal and pregnancy tissue from the uterus. 

Common signs include heavy bleeding or cramping. This is a serious health concern because it can cause infection. 

Read this article for more information about the signs of incomplete abortion.

How Will I Know if I Have an Incomplete Abortion?

When medication abortions are presented as an option for an unplanned pregnancy, the side effects and potential risks are often minimized or under-discussed. Read the rest of this article to understand how the abortion pill works, its side effects and possible risks, and important health screenings you can take to protect your reproductive health.

How Does A Medical Abortion Work?

The abortion pill, also called a medication abortion, is a regimen of two separate medications: mifepristone and misoprostol.

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What Are the Mental Health Effects from Abortion?

September 8, 2022

In multiple studies, women have reported feelings of depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns after having an abortion. While these mental health effects can be a controversial topic, women deserve to be aware of the potential association between abortion and their well-being.

What is the Connection Between Mental Health and Abortion?

Each experience is different for each woman. However, women who already have negative mental health may be especially at risk for negative psychological impacts if they undergo an abortion p ...read more

Can You Still Get an Abortion in MN?

August 31, 2022

Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June 2022, many questions have come up about what is or is not permissible when it comes to abortion. Many are concerned about abortion access at a local level, but abortion is currently still legal in the state of Minnesota.

Read this article to learn about the impact of abortion on our state and what your options are if you’re currently pregnant.

What It Means that Roe v. Wade Was Overturned

In 1973, abortion was ruled a constitutionally protected right in the landmark decision Roe v. Wade. Since then, abortion access has been l ...read more