Can I Get the Abortion Pill by Mail?

For many women, an unexpected pregnancy can be a disruption in plans, current lifestyle, career ambitions, or a financial strain.

Obtaining a medication abortion through the mail may appear convenient and is legal in New Jersey; however, it bypasses certain vital health screenings that cannot be conducted over a telehealth consultation.

Read this article to learn more about recommended health screenings so you can confidently make a pregnancy decision.

When using a telehealth provider to get an abortion prescription, they will not require proof of a positive pregnancy test. Because this puts the responsibility on you to confirm your pregnancy, make sure you use a reliable pregnancy test instead of common symptoms like a missed period.

At Choices Options for Women, we offer free, medical-grade pregnancy testing and, by counting down from your last period, can help you determine the optimal timing for the most accurate results.

An ultrasound is another important health screening that cannot be conducted without an in-person visit. During an ultrasound, the healthcare provider can confirm detailed information about the pregnancy, including gestational age, location (if it's located within the uterus), and viability (whether there's a heartbeat & pregnancy is progressing).

Determining the gestational age is crucial because it impacts your eligibility for specific procedures, such as the abortion pill, which is only FDA-approved through 10 weeks gestational age.

An ultrasound will also determine if you have an ectopic pregnancy, which requires a different procedure than elective abortion due to the embryo being implanted outside of the uterus.

Up to 26% of pregnancies end in natural miscarriage, so it's worth verifying if the pregnancy is still progressing to see how it may affect your available options.

At Choices Options, we offer free ultrasounds with no insurance required.

Whether you are overwhelmed by your options or feel a sense of urgency to find a solution, you are not alone! At Choices Options for Women, we offer practical and emotional support to women with unplanned pregnancies.

In addition to free pregnancy testing and ultrasounds, we offer consultations where you can discuss your options and learn more about the pregnancy process in a safe, compassionate environment.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment!