How to get an abortion in Odessa, TX

In the US, the average cost of a first-trimester abortion (up to 12 weeks from the first day of your last period) averages around $600. The cost of an abortion goes up the longer you're pregnant.

When calling a clinic, you can ask what the price of an abortion will be based on when your last period was. If you need help paying for an abortion, let the clinic know. After you make an appointment, they may be able to offer financial help or connect you with a local abortion fund.

An in-clinic abortion takes place in a clinic or hospital. They’re medically very safe and 99% effective. There’s a variety of names used for in-clinic abortions, as well as different types. Some names you might come across are surgical abortion, procedural abortion, dilation and evacuation (D&E), dilation and curettage (D&C), or vacuum aspiration. It can be a bit overwhelming keeping track of all of these! What’s important is they’re all very safe and effective.

With a first trimester in-clinic abortion (up to 12 weeks), your doctor will numb and dilate your cervix in order to insert a narrow flexible tube into your uterus. The tube will then remove the pregnancy tissue with suction. The suction portion takes about a minute and the entire procedure takes around 10 to 20 minutes.

If you need an abortion later in pregnancy (over 13 weeks), you’ll likely have what’s called a dilation and evacuation (D&E). It may take place over two consecutive days and require multiple visits to a provider. This procedure also involves suction to empty your uterus.

One thing to keep in mind is that in-clinic abortions later in pregnancy cost more with fewer providers to choose from. That’s why it’s helpful to contact a verified clinic as soon as you’re able to.

Some clinics offer pain and sedation medications to help you feel more comfortable before, during, and/or after the procedure. Be sure to ask the clinic before you arrive about your options.

If you can travel out of state, you can still get a legal in-clinic abortion. If you decide traveling for an in-clinic abortion is right for you, it’s important to be confident in how long you’ve been pregnant (determined by the first day of your last period) to make sure you’re traveling to a provider that can perform the abortion.

If you can't afford an abortion, or the costs associated with travel, there are organizations ready to help.

If you can’t travel, abortion pills could be an option for you. They’re medically very safe and 99% effective, but can come with legal risk.

To compare the differences between in-clinic abortions, abortions with pills via a clinic, and ordering pills online, check out our Types of Abortion Guide.

In states where abortion is less restricted, an abortion with pills may be available to you from a doctor or clinic up to 12 weeks of pregnancy. Typically, you will be administered pills at your doctor’s office, as well as given some to take at home.

Abortion pills are also accessible on the internet and are safe and effective throughout pregnancy. It's important to note that while self-managing your abortion with pills is medically very safe and effective, it can come with legal risk. If you have legal questions about self-managing an abortion, the repro legal helpline has information on your rights and a helpline at 844-868-2812

We've put together guides to abortion pills based on FAQ's like: A comparison chart of access options in restricted states How do I know the pills worked? What happens if I throw up after taking them

If you have additional questions about medication abortion or need assistance while having one, there is a hotline run by medical professionals. Contact them at 1-833-246-2632. They're available via call or text for 18 hours a day.

If you'd like peer support and info throughout the process of planning or having an abortion with pills at home, call or text Reprocare - open 7 days a week at 833-226-7821

Abortion is currently banned in Texas, except to save the life of the pregnant person. But you still have options!

If you can travel to a state where abortion is legal, you can go to a clinic and get one there. If you can't afford an abortion or travel expenses, you can find organizations ready to help.

People in Texas are ordering abortion pills online. This is sometimes referred to as a self-managed or at-home abortion. Keep in mind that this may come with legal risk in Texas. Call the Repro Legal Helpline at 1-844-868-2812 for information on your rights and any legal questions. You can also learn more about ordering abortion pills in Texas at Plan C Pills.

Texas-state and federal law allows for abortion to save the life of the pregnant person, but it still may be difficult to find a doctor in Texas that will perform one, even when an exception applies. If you are being, or have been, denied the life saving abortion care you need, contact the Repro Legal Helpline through their secure online form.

Texas has passed a lot of regulations on abortions, including a law commonly referred to as “SB8.” This law and Texas’ abortion ban explicitly exclude the pregnant person from prosecution and civil suit.

One thing that isn't regulated: crisis pregnancy centers or fake clinics. In Texas, there’s often been more of these than actual abortion clinics. They frequently buy Google ads so that when you’re searching online, they’ll appear above legitimate abortion providers.

All providers on ineedana.com have been verified as real abortion providers.

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We get it. It’s hard to know exactly what to do or ask. Sometimes speaking with a knowledgeable counselor or helpful peers can help.

These are two free and great options if you want to talk to someone:

On the Phone:

ALL-OPTIONS at 1-888-493-0092. They’re available Mon-Fri 9am-12am CT and Sat-Sun 9am-5pm CT. They’re a helpful resource for speaking about all of your options, whether you’re trying to decide what to do about a pregnancy, or if you’re feeling complicated emotions about a decision you’ve already made. You can speak to them about anything related to abortion, pregnancy, adoption, and parenting.

On the internet:

Visit r/abortion on Reddit for an incredible online community, with lots of resources, ready to help you. You can explore the group’s posts without signing in, or you can create a "throwaway" Reddit account to message the group.

If you’d like to do more personal reflection before talking to anyone, check out the Pregnancy Options Workbook from Cedar River Clinics. It has great exercises and information to help you make the best decision for you.

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