Multiple Abortions — Our Stories — 2 + Abortions Worldwide

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Oct 19
Oct 19 "I spent my childhood looking after my younger siblings and saw my mom struggle as a single parent on a low income my whole life. I vowed to never be like that."

Two Abortions, Multiple Abortions, Locations not given

“I accidentally got pregnant and had an abortion during the pandemic. It was pretty traumatic but I was instantly relieved. Since then I’ve gone on to get my bachelors and masters degree. When I think of my future, I envision freedom, adventure and peace of mind. Two years later, here I am again with another unwanted pregnancy.” This story includes supportive comments from others who’ve had more than one abortion. Read more.

Jul 30
Jul 30 "I am interested in hearing from women in their 40s without children who've had abortions and might be worried that because of their age this might be ‘the last shot'. "

Two Abortions, Multiple Abortions, Locations not given

“I had my second abortion at age 42 and did have a moment of pause about it being likely my last chance to have a child. When I considered what I wanted my life to look like, and what I would want a child’s life to look like, they simply didn’t match up. I wasn’t in a place where I was willing to make the life changes needed to raise a child. I think every child born should be an intentional choice. People should be REALLY sure they want to give all that it takes to raise and support a thoughtful, kind human before having a baby.” Read more.

Jan 21
Jan 21 "I just need to know if someone else out there had a similar experience and if I’m not wrong for considering another abortion.”

Three Abortions, Multiple Abortions, Many different locations

This person’s call for help was posted on the Instagram account of Shout Your Abortion. What happened next was a huge flood of supportive comments filled with stories of others who have ended their pregnancies. More than 40 people responded with words of care and support. Read more.

Oct 21
Oct 21 "Growing up in a house with a large dysfunctional family made me realize I didn’t want to pass on my trauma."

Multiple Abortions, Oregon

“My girlfriend got pregnant in her early 20s and I took her to planned parenthood in Portland in the early morning hours for an abortion. This was in the late 1970s. It was dark outside and there was already a group of men harassing us. It stuck out to me that these men had no right to shame us or talk about our choices on any level and I fought back. It felt good then and it still does.” Read more.

May 19
May 19 "Accidental pregnancies are way more common than spoken about." ~ 20 people share stories in one Reddit thread.

Two Abortions, Three Abortions, Four Abortions, Five Abortions, Six Abortions, Multiple Abortions

A person asks, “Has anyone had more than one abortion” in a Reddit forum — and a flood of people respond, sharing their own experiences of more than one accidental or unhealthy pregnancy, and assuring that it’s common and that there is no need to feel shame or fear judgment. Read more.

Apr 9
Apr 9 "We took it for granted and never realized that our parents had to fight for this right and that in so many countries it's not available safely."

Multiple Abortions, Netherlands, Men's Experiences, Partner Experience

“An abortion means that you let go of possible future. Even when I was very sure about the decision and relieved after the operation, there was also sadness and mourning about it. The sadness about not being able to enjoy this other future, too!” Read. more.

Mar 28
Mar 28 "I will, and do, speak about them to anyone who asks, with ZERO shame as it is NOTHING to feel shameful about."

Multiple Abortions, Michigan, U.S.

“So more than once, a microscopic clump of parasitic cells attached to my uterine wall. I didn’t freak out, I happily and simply had it removed with very little discomfort. The procedure is relatively quick and virtually painless.” Read more.