Hi, My Name Is Carly.

Hi. I'm Carly and I had a medication abortion in Massachusetts in 2015.

I found out I was pregnant when I had skipped a period, then had a small period, so I thought I was in the clear. Then I started experiencing pregnancy symptoms and took a test which came out positive, and my first thought was, "OH FUCK, gotta call the clinic.” I decided to have a medication abortion because terminating the pregnancy was the first thing that popped into my mind, and I've always trusted my gut. I've never been interested in parenthood at all — plus the father was a wannabe comedian from New Hampshire, and there was no way I wanted that in my life long term.

I received my abortion pills through a clinic.

From start to finish, the process was accessible, empowering, and uncomplicated. I took the pills at home, and I felt bad-ass for doing what was right for me, but at the same time alone and helpless. I didn't have anyone at the time to turn to for comfort during the experience. What surprised me most was how physically painful it was, I could not stand up straight for about 2-3 days. I was also surprised just how beautifully easy it was to have the abortion on my own terms. I had not heard of mife before getting the medication.

Because I had access to medication abortion, I was able to live the life I wanted! I was able to keep my job, travel the country, and a few years later take a solo road trip across America. I felt relieved that I didn't have to be tied down to a life or people that I never wanted.

I'm sharing my story because after feeling so isolated during my own abortion, I want to create community and space where people are able to get the comfort and care before, during, and after having abortions. I believe my actions and voice can help reduce abortion stigma.

Medication abortion absolutely necessary.