If you have learned that the abortion pill did not work, you may be facing questions you were not prepared for. That is understandable. What matters now is knowing that continuing a pregnancy does not leave you without options and that support is available as you navigate your next steps.
Florida Abortion Pill Info connects women across Florida with free, confidential resources, including the ability to speak to someone who can help you think through what comes next.
If you are continuing a pregnancy, two options are available to you: parenting and adoption. Here is what to know about each.
Your First Priority: Confirm Your Health Status
Regardless of what you decide next, checking in with a medical provider is an important first step. An incomplete abortion, where some tissue remains, can lead to health complications if not properly evaluated and treated. Prompt medical assessment helps ensure your safety and appropriate care.
In some cases, complications may include life-threatening infections (sepsis), hemorrhaging, or a missed ectopic pregnancy that was not previously identified. These conditions require timely medical attention.
An ultrasound can provide important information about your health, including how the pregnancy is progressing, whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus, and how far along you are. These details help your provider determine whether any further care is needed.
Sharing your full medical history and recent experiences with your provider helps ensure you receive the most accurate and appropriate care.
Parenting
If you are considering parenting, Florida has a range of free resources available to support you through pregnancy and beyond. These include:
- Medicaid and WIC: Florida Medicaid covers prenatal care, labor, and delivery for eligible women. The WIC program provides nutritious food, formula, and health education for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
- Healthy Start: A state-wide program that connects pregnant women with provider referrals, care coordination, and breastfeeding and parenting support through the first three years of a child’s life.
- Local Pregnancy Resource Centers: Pregnancy centers across Florida are staffed by trained professionals who provide free resources such as medical-grade pregnancy tests, sonograms, parenting classes, and referrals to local community support services.
Find local support to learn about the resources available in your area.
Adoption
Adoption is a legal process that allows you to continue your pregnancy and place your child with a family you select. It is not a single fixed arrangement. There are different types of adoption plans, and the level of ongoing contact with the child and adoptive family can often be part of your decision.
The most common types of adoption include:
- Open adoption: You may have ongoing contact with the child and adoptive family, depending on the agreement.
- Semi-open adoption: Communication is typically shared through a licensed agency, without direct identifying contact.
- Closed adoption: No identifying information is exchanged between birth parents and adoptive parents.
A licensed adoption agency can walk you through each option in detail and explain what each path entails at every stage.
All services for birth mothers through licensed adoption agencies are free. Depending on your circumstances, you may also be eligible for assistance with pregnancy-related expenses.
Getting Clear on Your Next Step
Whether you are leaning toward parenting, considering adoption, or still weighing your options, the first step is confirming the status of your pregnancy with a medical provider.
Speak to someone today or find a local provider through Florida Abortion Pill Info to get confidential support and accurate information as you decide what comes next.