When faced with an unexpected pregnancy, it’s natural for a woman’s emotions to run high. The ensuing panic can drive her to make life-changing decisions in haste. Often, women feel overwhelmed by fear, pressure, or a sense of hopelessness, leading them in the moment to see abortion as their only option. For many of these women, however, regret sets in immediately after taking the abortion pill, known as mifepristone. They made a mistake. Can they take it back?
For those who find themselves in this situation, there is hope: abortion pill reversal (APR). In this post, we’ll explore how APR works, its safety, and how women can find help if they decide they want to reverse a chemical abortion. As Dr. William Lile, also known as the ProLife Doc, emphasizes in his practice, every life is precious, and every woman deserves the opportunity to choose life.
Understanding the Abortion Pill and How It Works
The abortion pill, or mifepristone, is the first of two drugs used in a medical abortion. Mifepristone works by blocking progesterone, a hormone essential for maintaining pregnancy. Without progesterone, the uterine lining breaks down, and the developing baby can no longer receive the nourishment needed to survive. The second medication, misoprostol, is taken 24 hours later to induce contractions and complete the abortion. The dosing of misoprostol given for an abortion is 800 micrograms. The amount of the same contraction-inducing medication used to induce labor in a full-term pregnancy is only 25 micrograms.
Medical abortions have become increasingly common, accounting for over half (63%) of all abortions in the United States. However, this method isn’t final until both drugs are taken. If a woman changes her mind after taking mifepristone but before taking misoprostol, she may still have a chance to save her pregnancy through APR.
How Abortion Pill Reversal Works
Abortion pill reversal involves administering high doses of progesterone to counteract the effects of mifepristone. Progesterone, a hormone naturally produced by a woman’s body during pregnancy, supports the baby’s development and sustains the pregnancy. By providing supplemental progesterone, APR can help maintain the pregnancy and prevent the effects of mifepristone from taking hold.
Timing is crucial for APR to be effective. The best outcomes occur when the reversal process is initiated within 24 hours of taking mifepristone, though success has been recorded even beyond that window. The sooner a woman seeks help, the better the chances of saving her pregnancy.
Is Abortion Pill Reversal Safe?
Many women understandably worry about the safety of APR for both themselves and their babies. The good news is that APR is a safe and well-established procedure. Progesterone has been used for decades to support pregnancies at risk of miscarriage, to prevent preterm labor, and in other obstetric treatments. There is no evidence that progesterone causes birth defects or harm to the baby when used in APR. In fact, babies born after successful abortion pill reversal are just as healthy as those whose mothers never took mifepristone.
The reversal protocol has a success rate of approximately 60-65% meaning that many women who undergo APR go on to have healthy, full-term pregnancies. To date, more than 5,000 babies have been born alive and healthy thanks to abortion pill reversal.
Dr. Lile has seen firsthand the life-changing impact of abortion pill reversal. As the ProLife Doc, he’s passionate about equipping women with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions, and abortion pill reversal is a critical part of that mission.
Finding Help: The Abortion Pill Rescue Network
If you or someone you know has taken the abortion pill and regrets it, know that help is available. The Abortion Pill Rescue Network (APRN) connects women with medical professionals trained to administer the APR protocol. These doctors understand the urgency and emotional weight of the situation and are dedicated to providing compassionate, non-judgmental care.
To find a provider near you, visit the Abortion Pill Reversal website or call their 24/7 helpline at 1+(877) 558-0333. The sooner you reach out, the better your chances of successfully reversing the abortion pill and continuing your pregnancy.
Choosing to reverse an abortion is a deeply personal decision, often driven by a profound change of heart. It’s a decision that reflects a renewed sense of hope, a belief that the challenges ahead can be overcome, and a desire to embrace the life growing within. If you find yourself regretting the choice to take the abortion pill, remember that it’s not too late to choose life for your baby. There are people ready and willing to help you through this journey, offering the support and medical care you need to give your child a chance at life.
No one should have to face these decisions alone. By spreading the word about abortion pill reversal, we can empower more women with the knowledge that they have a second chance — a chance to choose life and to write a different ending to their story.
The ProLife Doc has dedicated his career to protecting and celebrating the gift of life at every stage of development. For more information and to support this life-affirming mission, visit Dr. Lile’s website and explore his curriculum designed to educate and inspire others to stand up for life.