Yes, it’s usually possible to get pregnant again after having an abortion. However, your risk of infertility or pregnancy complications depends on the type of abortion procedure you undergo.

While there’s no established link between infertility and medical abortion (commonly referred to as the “abortion pill”), surgical abortion may increase the risk of complications that could affect your ability to conceive or carry a pregnancy in the future.

Before making any pregnancy decision, it’s vital to educate yourself about the potential risks to your fertility—especially if you hope to get pregnant again in the future.

How Might Surgical Abortion Affect My Fertility?

A surgical abortion involves dilating the cervix to allow surgical instruments, such as suction devices, scraping tools, or forceps, to enter the uterus and terminate the pregnancy.

According to the Mayo Clinic, studies suggest that undergoing a surgical abortion may slightly raise the risk of:

• Premature birth

• Miscarriage

• Low birth weight in future pregnancies

Additionally, some women develop a condition called Asherman syndrome after a surgical abortion. This occurs when scar tissue forms in the uterus, potentially causing fertility issues, such as difficulty becoming pregnant in the future.

How Can I Protect My Fertility?

Before making any pregnancy decision, including abortion, it’s crucial to get an ultrasound. An ultrasound provides important information about your pregnancy, such as:

• Gestational age: How far along you are.

• Pregnancy location: Ensuring the pregnancy is not ectopic (outside the uterus).

• Pregnancy viability: Confirming signs of life, such as a heartbeat.

This information is essential for determining your available options and ensuring your health and safety.

Take the Next Step

Protecting your fertility starts with understanding your pregnancy and your options. At 1st Way Pregnancy Support Center, we offer no-cost ultrasounds performed by our registered sonographers to help you gather the information you need.

You’re not alone in this journey—we’re here to provide the support and care you deserve.

Contact us today to see if you qualify for a free ultrasound and learn more about your pregnancy options.

All abortion information shared in this blog is accurate as of the time of writing.