Making DecisionsAfter you have had a pregnancy test and know for sure that you are pregnant, you should carefully decide whether you want to continue the pregnancy and become a parent, place the child for adoption, or whether you want to have an abortion. Counselors at a family planning clinic can help you decide what you want to do. All counseling is confidential. It is important not to delay your decision. If you decide to continue the pregnancy, it is very important for you to see a doctor as soon as possible for prenatal care. If you decide to have an abortion, it is best to have the procedure as soon as possible after you realize you are pregnant. Abortions can legally be performed up to 20 weeks, however, the more advanced your pregnancy, the more expensive and increased health risk exist. West Alabama Women’s Center performs abortions up to and including 20 weeks. If you decide that you want to get an abortion, you should then decide whether you are able and willing to ask for permission from a parent or guardian. If you cannot get permission or choose not to discuss the pregnancy or make your parents aware of the pregnancy then you can go to court to ask for a judge’s consent.
How To Obtain A Judicial WaiverOur Standards of TreatmentThe Center provides safe medical treatment for women seeking abortion in keeping with the following standards: Reproductive Rights
The Supreme Court has ruled that a woman has a right to decide if she wants an abortion. You can be assured that all information is strictly confidential and your privacy will be respected and guarded. Alabama State laws prevent same day procedure unless counseling material is received by certified mail. There is a 24-hour waiting period. Married women do not need their husbands' consent; however, parental or Judicial Consent is necessary if the patient is under the age of 18. Alabama law requires only one signature for parental consent.Procedures
Abortions are performed for patients who are 4...
