MSI Reproductive Choices UK

Accessing at-home medical abortion (abortion pills) is one of the most common ways to have an abortion.

We know for many people this is the preferred way to access care. Watch along to see what an at-home abortion experience could be like 💙

🔗 Learn more: www.msichoices.org.uk/abortion/med...

🎤 "I am not going to be intimidated out of doing important work."

We spoke to Dr Kate Whitehouse, Abortion Surgeon at MSI UK, about her career, her harrowing experiences with anti-choice harassment in the US, and the ongoing threats to reproductive choice in the UK.

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What should people know before visiting an abortion clinic? 

Jodie, Clinical Team Lead at one of our clinics, explains what she'd like clients to know before they attend 💙 

Remember - we're here for you. Your choice, our support.

When will my period come back after an abortion ❓❓

Let's discuss when your period will return and what you can expect from your first period following an abortion.

🔗 More info: https://www.msichoices.org.uk/news/blog-when-will-i-get-my-period-after-an-abortion/

#abortion #period

In this story, an individual shares their experience accessing abortion care and how stigma surrounding the topic affected them.

In their words, "Abortions are healthcare and should be a personal choice." 💙

🔗 www.msichoices.org.uk/news/stories...

There is a lot of misinformation surrounding contraception online at the moment 📱

To tackle this, we are sharing clear, evidence-based answers to the questions everyone’s asking ❓❓

🔗 More info: https://www.msichoices.org.uk/contraception/contraception-misconceptions/

#contraception

send some love to your pro-choice community this valentines day 💗💗

#valentinesday #prochoice

Everyone loves someone who’s had an abortion ❤️

Abortion is a normal, common medical procedure, with 1 in 3 pregnancies ending this way worldwide.

This valentine's weekend we are sending love to our amazing pro-choice community!

#ValentinesDay #Abortion #ProChoice

1.7 million views of our Birmingham clinic on TikTok is proof there’s real appetite for clear, stigma-free abortion care. Thank you to Nelly London for using her platform for good 💙

Watch: https://www.tiktok.com/@_nelly_london/video/7602344081028566294?lang=en-GB

💭 We asked our passionate Birmingham team what they are looking forward to in their roles in our brand-new centre.

We are proud to be bringing more choice to people in the Midlands through this new state-of-the-art clinic and the wonderful team behind it.

🔗 www.msichoices.org.uk/find-us/west...

Would you know how to support a partner, friend or family member accessing abortion care?

Because of stigma, it can be hard to know how to talk about abortion or how to support someone going through it.

🔗 Find out how to offer support here: www.msichoices.org.uk/abortion/abo...

#Abortion

"I wasn’t ready. We wanted children, but not yet.”

In this story, an individual shares their experience of having an abortion and their emotions surrounding it.

Abortion is healthcare. It gives people the power to make decisions about their own bodies and their own futures.

#ProChoice #Abortion

Yesterday, the House of Lords debated the abortion law reform that the House of Commons voted for last summer.

Once enacted, this reform will stop the prosecution of people for ending their own pregnancies, an important milestone in the fight for reproductive justice.

#Abortion #HouseofLords

Explore our brand-new Birmingham clinic ➡️

Today, we’re taking you inside our West Midlands centre to explore some of its key spaces and learn what happens in each one.

🔗 Learn more: www.msichoices.org.uk/find-us/west...

#Abortion #AbortionClinic

US Anti-Abortion Groups Are Quietly Targeting UK Women’s Healthcare American anti-abortion money and legal tactics are gaining ground in Britain, putting UK women’s abortion access and healthcare protections at risk.

“With the US-led anti-abortion movement funnelling over a million pounds a year into the UK, it’s no time to be complacent.”

Louise Knights-McCudden, Head of External Relations, spoke to Marie Claire about the anti-choice tactics crossing over to the UK.

Read more: https://ow.ly/Vxgo50Y5kan

Let's Change The Act are an organisation calling for the modernisation of abortion law in Scotland, including full decriminalisation of abortion.

Follow Let's Change The Act's work on Instagram @letschangetheact and find out more at https://www.letschangetheact.co.uk/.

Your body, your choice all the time. Disco, occasionally. ✨

#HarryStyles #Prochoice #KissAllTheTimeDiscoOccasionally

@birminghamworld.uk has featured our 'landmark' new abortion clinic in the West Midlands.

"The purpose-built clinic is one of the most advanced abortion facilities in the country."

Read more: www.birminghamworld.uk/your-world/l...

Does an abortion hurt? How can you manage the pain? 💭

If your pain has still not reduced after following your provider’s pain relief guidance, please contact them.

🔗 More info: https://www.msichoices.org.uk/news/how-to-manage-pain-during-a-medical-abortion/

We're still celebrating!

Our Bristol Centre is now only the second abortion clinic in England to receive the regulator’s highest rating, following MSI’s outstanding-rated clinic in Manchester.

Find out more: www.msichoices.org.uk/news/msi-uk-...

Have you spotted us? 👀

Stigma surrounding reproductive healthcare can often prevent people from knowing how to access it. We're here to change that.

If you’re in the West Midlands, keep an eye out for us!

🔗 More info: https://www.msichoices.org.uk/find-us/west-midlands-abortion/

#abortion

Taking our pro-choice message on the road! 🚗

We spent Monday in Birmingham, raising awareness of how our abortion services can be accessed.

🔗 We have a new clinic open in Birmingham, offering NHS-funded abortion care for people in the Midlands. More info: www.msichoices.org.uk/find-us/west...

Do you know how to access abortion? 💭💭

Most of the UK are pro-choice but, because of abortion stigma, many people don't know how to access abortion care if they ever needed to.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.msichoices.org.uk/abortion/considering-an-abortion/nhs-funded-abortion-care/

#Abortion

Today, the England and Wales abortion statistics for 2023 were published by the Department of Health and Social Care 📊

These new statistics underline why choice and access matter more than ever.

🔗 Read our full comment: www.msichoices.org.uk/news/new-abo...

#Abortion

What happens in an abortion consultation? 🩺

A consultation is the first step in accessing abortion care (for both medical abortion and surgical abortion).

🔗 Find out what you could expect: www.msichoices.org.uk/abortion/wha...

#abortion #abortionconsultation

We asked our team, "What do you wish people knew before coming to an abortion clinic?" 💭💭

Watch along to hear what they had to say! We hope this video provides reassurance if you ever need to access care 💙💙

#abortion #abortionclinic

We are deeply saddened by the death of Diane Munday and extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all who worked alongside her. Diane was a true pioneer of abortion rights, whose courage and commitment helped shape the reproductive healthcare sector.

Spotlight on our new state-of-the-art clinic in Birmingham!

Our newly opened West Midlands centre, conveniently located near Birmingham International Airport, offers medical and surgical abortion care alongside post-abortion contraception.

🔗 www.msichoices.org.uk/find-us/west...

#Abortion

We're hiring!

At MSI UK, we’re driven by our mission to deliver choice through client-centred care. If you’re passionately pro-choice and ready for a meaningful new career this year, we’d love to hear from you.

🔗 Check out our open roles: www.msichoices.org.uk/careers/?utm...

#jobopportunity

Have you ever seen the inside of an abortion clinic?

Step inside our new West Midlands abortion clinic, located in Birmingham - close to Birmingham International Airport. Here, we offer NHS-funded abortion care.

#abortion #abortionclinic #reproductivehealthcare