KNOW YOUR RIGHTS.
Every woman in South Africa has the right to a free and safe abortion in the first 12 weeks of a pregnancy, sometimes up to 20 weeks, depending on the circumstances. Since February 1997, the legalization of abortion has granted women of all ages the right to access this procedure. Abortion is internationally recognized as an essential health service. While acknowledging the complexity of this decision, it is important to emphasize that there should be no shame associated with considering an abortion.
We Care for You
We Care for You Everyone at Sharlyn Women's Clinic is dedicated to supporting you with any women's health care needs you may have, regardless of the circumstances.
First Trimester
(up to 12 weeks of pregnancy)
The procedure used is suction aspiration, which is considered very low-risk. We offer a variety of options to manage your pain relief and comfort. Most of our patients report that they feel no discomfort during the procedure. For some pain-relief medications, you will not be able to drive for 24 hours. The procedure normally lasts less than 5 minutes, and your total in-clinic time is usually less than 2 hours.
Above the First Trimester
(greater than 13 weeks)
The procedure used is suction aspiration and dilation and evacuation, which are considered very low-risk. We offer a variety of options to manage your pain relief and comfort. Most of our patients report that they feel no discomfort during the procedure. For some pain-relief medications, you will not be able to drive for 24 hours. If your pregnancy is over 14 weeks, we may give you a medication 1-2 hours before the procedure to help prepare your cervix and enable us to perform the procedure more easily. In most cases up to 16 weeks, the procedure can be completed the same day. The procedure normally lasts less than 10 minutes
