Understanding Florida’s Abortion Law
Florida’s abortion law changed significantly on May 1, 2024. Abortion is now prohibited once a pregnancy reaches 6 weeks of gestational age, with exceptions for specific circumstances such as documented rape and incest or to save the woman’s life.
This makes confirming your pregnancy and verifying gestational age more time-sensitive than ever before.
A pregnancy test can confirm you are pregnant, but it cannot tell you how far along you are. Only an ultrasound can verify gestational age, and that information directly affects what options are available to you.
Aspire Women’s Clinic provides pre-abortion screenings, that include limited OB ultrasounds, at no cost to you- giving you vital health answers without delay. Our medical staff will equip you with the clear facts on every option so you can confidently decide your next steps.
What Else the Law Covers
Florida law prohibits obtaining abortion-inducing drugs from any source other than a licensed medical provider. An ultrasound must also be completed at least 24 hours before beginning a medical abortion, in person, by the physician who is prescribing the drugs.
Online or mail-order sources do not meet these legal requirements. What’s more, they open you up to additional risk, as the origin of these drugs often cannot be verified, and there is a lack of medical oversight.
Additionally, if you are considering traveling out of state for an abortion, it is important to know that follow-up care would need to take place with the same provider. If complications arise, having a provider far away can create serious health risks.
A Note on Confidentiality
Every person who comes to Aspire Women’s Clinic is served with full confidentiality.
If you have concerns before your visit, call us at (239) 766-5977, and we will answer your questions before you come in.
If You Have Already Had an Abortion
You are not alone. Aspire Women’s Clinic offers individual support and group sessions for women seeking support in processing their experiences.
Whatever you are feeling, we are here. And whether you’re looking for support after a past abortion or in the middle of the decision-making process, we can help.
Contact an Aspire team member for an initial appointment, and we can assess what support would be most meaningful to you.
Reach out at (239) 766-5977 or schedule an appointment through our website.
