Preparing for Your Recovery from an Abortion

You won’t have to do much to prepare for an abortion, but there are a few things you might want to do to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible once you have had the procedure at the private abortion clinic in London.

Painkillers

You should expect to experience some cramping or discomfort after a termination. It will feel a bit like period pain and it can be treated in the same way. You will be offered pain relief at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital after a surgical termination, and given two types of painkiller to take home after both medical and surgical abortion procedures. Take the tablets as recommended on the pack and let your consultant know if you are in severe pain. Using a heating pad or hot water bottle could also help to relieve your pain.

Sanitary Towels

You should expect some bleeding after an abortion, so make sure that you have a good supply of sanitary pads or towels ready. You should have some with you on the day, so that you are protected right away. Light bleeding/discharge usually lasts for about a week or two, but some people can experience bleeding for up to a month after a medical abortion. Make sure you tell your doctor if the bleeding is very heavy or it goes on for a long time.

Call a Friend

It can help to have someone to talk to after an abortion, to distract your from the cramps, or simply to fetch hot drinks and painkillers when you need them. You should make sure that you have someone to support you after the procedure, whether it is your partner, a friend, or a relative. If you are having a surgical abortion it is essential to have someone to pick you up from the clinic and to make sure you get home safely after the procedure. You may feel a little bit drowsy from the sedative or anaesthetic, so it is important to have a reliable friend or family member to look after you for a while.