Bring a valid photo ID, your payment of $380 (cash or card), and a pad to wear home. Comfortable clothing, a snack, water, and your phone are also helpful. You do not need to bring a companion, but you are welcome to have someone wait for you. The appointment typically takes about an hour.
Read more →Most patients recover from the abortion pill within a few days. The heaviest bleeding and cramping typically last 3 to 5 hours after taking misoprostol. Lighter bleeding may continue for 1 to 3 weeks. Rest, ibuprofen, a heating pad, and staying hydrated are the most helpful recovery steps.
Read more →Your abortion care in Illinois is protected by federal HIPAA law and Illinois state privacy protections. The clinic cannot share your medical records with your parents, partner, employer, or another state without your written consent. Illinois shield laws specifically prevent other states from accessing your records.
Read more →No. The abortion pill does not affect your future fertility. Medical research, including studies reviewed by ACOG, consistently shows that having an abortion does not make it harder to get pregnant later. Most patients can become pregnant again within 2 to 4 weeks after taking the abortion pill.
Read more →The abortion pill is actually two medications taken at different times. Mifepristone blocks the hormone that supports the pregnancy. Misoprostol, taken 24 to 48 hours later, causes the uterus to empty. Together, they are 93 to 98% effective at ending a pregnancy up to 10 weeks.
Read more →Yes. Abortion is legal in Illinois at all stages of pregnancy. The Reproductive Health Act of 2019 established abortion as a fundamental right under state law. Illinois has no waiting period, no mandatory counseling, and no parental consent requirement. Shield laws protect patients who travel from other states.
Read more →At The Center for Women, yes — an ultrasound is part of your appointment. The ultrasound confirms how far along you are, checks that the pregnancy is in the uterus (not ectopic), and helps the provider ensure the abortion pill is safe for you. This is included in the $380 cost and takes just a few minutes.
Read more →You can get pregnant again very quickly after the abortion pill — as soon as 2 weeks. The abortion pill does not affect your long-term fertility. Ovulation can return before your next period, so if you want to avoid pregnancy, start birth control right away. Your follow-up appointment is a good time to discuss contraception with the provider.
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Read more →The abortion pill uses two medications to end a pregnancy and can be used up to 10 weeks. Surgical abortion is a brief in-clinic procedure that can be used later in pregnancy. Both are safe and effective. The Center for Women offers the abortion pill only — not surgical abortion.
Read more →Yes. Illinois does not require parental consent or parental notification for minors seeking an abortion. A patient under 18 can schedule and attend an appointment on their own. This has been the law since Illinois repealed its parental notification requirement in 2022.
Read more →Missouri has a total ban on abortion with no exceptions for rape or incest, but Illinois does not. You can legally travel from Missouri to Illinois for the abortion pill. The Center for Women in Westchester, IL is approximately 4.5 hours from St. Louis and serves patients from Missouri regularly. No residency requirement applies.
Read more →Indiana has a near-total abortion ban, but Illinois does not. You can legally travel from Indiana to Illinois for the abortion pill. The Center for Women in Westchester, IL is approximately 3 hours from Indianapolis and serves patients from Indiana regularly. No residency requirement applies.
Read more →The abortion pill is 93 to 98% effective when taken within the first 10 weeks of pregnancy. In the small number of cases where it does not fully work, the provider at your follow-up visit will identify this and discuss next steps with you. You will not be left to figure this out on your own.
Read more →Most common medications are safe to continue during the abortion pill process. The main medications to be aware of are blood thinners, long-term corticosteroids, and certain anti-inflammatory drugs. The provider at The Center for Women reviews your full medication list at your appointment and gives you specific guidance.
Read more →Yes, you can drive yourself home after your appointment. The first pill (mifepristone) is taken at the clinic and rarely causes immediate symptoms. The second set of pills (misoprostol) is taken at home 24 to 48 hours later — that is when cramping and bleeding begin.
Read more →Your follow-up appointment at The Center for Women is typically scheduled 1 to 2 weeks after you take the abortion pill. The provider confirms the abortion is complete, usually with an ultrasound, checks on your recovery, and answers any questions. The follow-up visit is included in your $380 cost. This visit is an important part of your care.
Read more →Yes. The abortion pill is safe. It has been FDA-approved since 2000 and used by millions of patients in the United States over more than 20 years. Serious complications occur in less than 1% of cases. It is safer than many common medical procedures and safer than carrying a pregnancy to term. At The Center for Women, a licensed provider oversees your care in person.
Read more →The abortion pill can be used up to 10 weeks (70 days) of pregnancy, measured from the first day of your last menstrual period. At The Center for Women, the provider confirms your gestational age with an ultrasound at your appointment. The earlier you come in, the higher the effectiveness rate. If you are past 10 weeks, the provider can discuss your options.
Read more →The most common side effects of the abortion pill are bleeding, cramping, nausea, and diarrhea. These are expected and are part of how the medication works. Heavy bleeding and strong cramping typically last 3 to 5 hours after taking misoprostol. Call the provider if you soak through 2 or more pads per hour for 2 or more hours, have a fever above 100.4 degrees F for more than 24 hours, or experience severe pain not relieved by ibuprofen.
Read more →Yes. You can travel to Illinois from any state to get the abortion pill. Illinois has no residency requirement, no mandatory waiting period, and strong shield laws that protect out-of-state patients from legal action by their home state. The Center for Women in Westchester, IL serves patients from across the Midwest and beyond. The cost is $380 for everything.
Read more →At The Center for Women, your abortion pill appointment includes an ultrasound, a one-on-one visit with the provider, and taking the first pill at the clinic. The entire in-office visit takes about 30 minutes. You take the second set of pills at home 24 to 48 hours later. The cost is $380 and includes everything, including your follow-up visit.
Read more →The abortion pill uses two medications, mifepristone and misoprostol, to end an early pregnancy. It is 93 to 98% effective when used up to 10 weeks of pregnancy. At The Center for Women, you take the first pill at the clinic during your appointment and the second set of pills at home 24 to 48 hours later.
Read more →The abortion pill at The Center for Women costs $380. This price covers your provider appointment, ultrasound, all medications, and your follow-up visit. The clinic accepts cash and major credit or debit cards. Same-day, evening, and weekend appointments are available.
Read more →Thank you.
The Center for Women
10215 W. Roosevelt Rd. #101
Westchester, IL 60154
(708) 450-4545
