FAQ

The best way to know if you are pregnant or not is to take a pregnancy test. There are many brands available in your local drugstore. If the test comes back negative but you think you are pregnant, take another test or visit your gynecologist (GYN) for a blood test.  

If the test comes back positive and you decide you want to terminate, gather some information before you call us. 

Information to have ready: your last menstrual period, any medications you are currently taking, and any known drug allergies or known medical conditions. Make sure your government-issued picture ID is valid and unexpired. 

If you are unsure about the procedure and your pregnancy options, talk to a trusted person or contact a help line on our Counseling page. 

We will conduct an ultrasound to determine the gestational age. We can estimate using the LMP, or “Last Menstrual Period.” Be ready to provide the start date of your most recent, normal menstrual period. Period tracker apps like Clue and Flo are helpful to track your cycle every month.

The abortion pill has a very low complication rate, and surgical abortion is safer than a shot of penicillin. Abortion is safer than full term child birth. For more information on specific abortion procedures, please visit our pages on the Abortion Pill and Surgical Abortion.

We provide the abortion pill or medication abortion until 11 weeks 0 days and the surgical procedure until 15 weeks 6 days. For more information, visit our Abortion Pill and Surgical Abortion pages.

While everyone’s sensitivity varies, the surgical procedure generally takes less than five minutes, and most patients experience minimal discomfort. Local anesthesia and light sedation are part of our all-inclusive fee. Pregnancy symptoms will begin to fade immediately.

Yes! There is no medical evidence to suggest that having an abortion will affect your ability to get pregnant at a later date, including having multiple abortions. 2+ Abortions has testimonials and information on having multiple abortions. 

The ability to use birth control and have sex after an abortion depends on the type of birth control you choose. Our medical counselors will walk you through your options on the day of your procedure.

There is the potential for protesters outside the clinic. Our clinic offers a secure parking lot with a uniformed guard on duty. Clinic escorts are often available in bright yellow or green vests on appointment days to escort you into the clinic. Please call the clinic when you arrive if you are not comfortable approaching the building.

Yes, you will be able to get an abortion. There are two options: parental consent or judicial bypass (without parental consent). Our appointment coordinators can explain the process during the appointment intake. For more information, visit our Minors Information page.

At this time SWC does not accept insurance. Medicaid does not cover abortion in the state of Michigan. Call our appointment coordinators to see if you qualify for financial assistance.

Anyone can get an abortion in Michigan as long as they have unexpired, valid photo ID. Before the procedure, all patients will meet privately with a counselor to confirm the patient is consenting to the procedure and that the patient understands the facts of the procedure. 

Yes, we provide the morning after pill. Please call our appointment coordinators at (313) 538-2020 to arrange curbside pickup. The morning after pill is most effective when taken immediately after unprotected sex. The pill can be taken up to 3 days or 72 hours after unprotected sex, but the effectiveness lessens over time. We sell My Choice (levonorgestrel) pills. For more information, see our Morning After Pill page.

Talk to our appointment coordinators at (313) 538-2020 during the appointment intake. If you want more support, talk to someone you trust. Decision support hotlines can also be a good resource for judgment-free support regarding your experiences. Visit our Counseling page for several hotlines.