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Abortion Fund of Ohio @abortionfundofohio.bsky.social · 10d

A 2021 study found that 1 in 7 Ohio women have visiting an anti-abortion center—aka organizations disguised as abortion clinics that coerce and deceive pregnant folks. Use a trusted source like I Need An A to find verified abortion providers near you: www.INeedAnA.com

Black gradient with graphic of a snake and bold text reading, "Nearly 1 in 7 Ohio women have visited a crisis pregnancy center—aka unlicensed, unregulated anti-abortion organizations that mislead and coerce abortion seekers."

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · 11d

Can I breastfeed during or after an abortion or miscarriage?

✨ Short answer: YES! ✨

Learn more in our new post www.ineedana.com/blog/can-i-b...

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Garnet Henderson @garnethenderson.com · 15d

If you live in Wisconsin and need an abortion, @ineedana.bsky.social can help you navigate your options, including abortion pills by mail

I Need an Abortion - Find Verified Clinics, Pills by Mail, and Support | ineedana.com

How to get an abortion? Find your closest verified local abortion clinics, pills by mail, funding support, and local abortion laws. Updated daily.

www.ineedana.com

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Abortion Care Network @abortioncare.bsky.social · 25d

How many of us know somebody who’s been in this position? Want to ensure you and your crew always know where to find an indie? Head to @ineedana.bsky.social

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ifwhenhow @ifwhenhow.bsky.social · Sep 8

We teamed up with @ineedana.bsky.social to break down if there are legal risks to helping someone get an abortion

The answer isn’t simple — and that’s the point. Vague laws create fear and confusion. But there are ways to show up for someone you love.

Learn more: www.ineedana.com/blog/are-the...

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Aug 22

"How much will my abortion cost?" is one of the most frequent questions we hear. The truth is - it depends.

So, we built a tool to help people more easily understand what impacts costs and estimate their own. Check it out at www.ineedana.com/estimate-abo...

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Jul 23

Unfortunately, a law requiring teens to notify their parents 24 hours before their abortion took effect in Nevada today. I Need An A & our teen's guide to getting an abortion are up to date
www.ineedana.com/blog/a-teen-...

If you have legal questions contact the Repro Legal Helpline @ 844-868-2812

A Teen’s Guide to Accessing Abortion | ineedana.com

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ifwhenhow @ifwhenhow.bsky.social · Jul 9

NEW GUIDE with @ineedana.bsky.social: What parents should know about CPS and abortion access!

Abortion is safe and common. And, no one should have to fear losing their children for that.

Learn about your rights, minimizing risk of CPS involvement, and find help: tinyurl.com/CPSandAbortion

A graphic with a background of layered circles of blue, green, teal, and purple for a guide by I Need an A and If/When/How. In the upper left corner is the title, "What parents should know about child protective services and abortion access." In the lower right corner is stick figures of an peach-colored parent and butter yellow child.

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Abortion Care Network @abortioncare.bsky.social · Jul 9

So what can you do?
Support independent clinics: keepourclinics.org
Keep taking care of each other: affirm trans folks, help loved ones access care (@ineedana.bsky.social)
Remember that our rights and fights are intertwined

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ifwhenhow @ifwhenhow.bsky.social · Jul 1

This news is rough. Remember: you’re not alone.

Go from scared > prepared. Use our guide with I Need An A that covers seeking medical care for abortion or miscarriage: tinyurl.com/abortion-and-er

Being denied emergency care? Call the Repro Legal Helpline. We can advocate for you: 844-868-2812

Cassandra Jaramillo @cassandrajaramillo.bsky.social · Jul 1

After Texas made performing abortions a felony in August 2022, ProPublica found, the number of blood transfusions during emergency room visits for first-trimester miscarriage shot up by 54%.

Reporting by Kavitha Surana, Lizzie Presser and Andrea Suozzo
www.propublica.org/article/texa...

A “Striking” Trend: After Texas Banned Abortion, More Women Nearly Bled to Death During Miscarriage

A new ProPublica data analysis adds to the mounting evidence that abortion bans have made the common experience of first-trimester miscarriage far more dangerous.

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Jun 12

Learn more about maintaining privacy while having an abortion at www.ineedana.com/privacy

And if you have questions about legal risk and abortion, you can check out www.ineedana.com/legal-risks or contact our friends at @ifwhenhow.bsky.social 's Repro Legal Helpline 844-868-2812

Get practical tips on protecting your online privacy Powered by ineedana.com and Digital Defense Fund

www.ineedana.com

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Jun 12

This isn’t fair, and it shouldn’t be happening. No one should share your story without your consent—and no one should be punished for having an abortion. You deserve to share your experience on your own terms, with whoever you want to 💜

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Jun 12

People who have been arrested for self-managed abortions or miscarriages (including in "safe" states) have been reported by healthcare providers, family, or friends.

It’s only after being reported that digital evidence is then used to build a case against them.

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Jun 12

Are you worried about legal risk and digital privacy re:abortion?

The most important thing you can do is be careful who you share your experience with.

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Abortion Care Network @abortioncare.bsky.social · Jun 4

🧵 THREAD: What’s happening with EMTALA + why it matters:

Yesterday, the Trump admin rescinded guidance that says hospitals in states with abortion bans can’t turn away pregnant patients with medical emergencies.

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Abortion Care Network @abortioncare.bsky.social · May 1

If you need care:
💜 Search @bedsider.bsky.social for repro care
💜 Search @ineedana.bsky.social for abortion care

If you want to help:
🧡 Donate to @keepourclinics.bsky.social
💗 Get your care at an indie clinic
💚 Volunteer — clinics need all kinds of help

We’re not powerless & we won’t back down.

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Apr 24

You can still get an abortion. I Need An A will help you understand all of your options and find local support.

Help us spread the word in your community with our easy-to-print posters drive.google.com/drive/folder...

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Apr 22

Pregnant? Don't wanna be? No matter what state you live in, you have options. Find them all at ineedana.com

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ifwhenhow @ifwhenhow.bsky.social · Apr 9

No matter your status, you deserve access to care and support.

We know people have a lot of questions about their rights around both abortion and immigration.

That’s why @ineedana.bsky.social and us along with @immdefenseproject.bsky.social, created a guide: www.ineedana.com/blog/how-can...

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ifwhenhow @ifwhenhow.bsky.social · Apr 9

Tienes derecho a acceder a cuidados y apoyo, sin importar tu estatus migratorio.

Sabemos que las personas tienen preguntas sobre el aborto, inmigración y sus derechos.

Por eso, nosotros con @ineedana.bsky.social e @immdefenseproject.bsky.social crearon una guía: tinyurl.com/AbortoyInmigracion

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Mar 26

You can still get an abortion. Find out where you can go, how to get there, what'll cost, and who can help at ineedana.com

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Mar 24

🤢 Worried about throwing up after taking abortion pills? You’re not alone—it’s super common (and definitely not fun). But does puking mean the pills won’t work?

We asked doctors and doulas to break down when not to worry and when to take more in our newest article www.ineedana.com/blog/what-if...

🤢 What if I throw up after taking abortion pills? 🤮 | ineedana.com

How to get an abortion - find your local & verified abortion providers, funding & support organizations, and laws. Updated daily.

www.ineedana.com

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I Need An A @ineedana.bsky.social · Mar 14

"How do I know if the abortion pills worked?" is a question we hear all the time. Together with reprocare, we have a new article to help folks learn about what a successful abortion with pills looks & feels like: www.ineedana.com/blog/how-do-...

How Do I Know if the Abortion Pills Worked? | ineedana.com

How to get an abortion - find your local & verified abortion providers, funding & support organizations, and laws. Updated daily.

www.ineedana.com

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ifwhenhow @ifwhenhow.bsky.social · Mar 4

Use this know-your-rights guide by us and
@ineedana.bsky.social for going to the ER after a miscarriage or abortion: tinyurl.com/abortion-and...

If you’re unsure of what’s normal or need medical support, call or text @mahotline.bsky.social to chat with a health care provider: mahotline.org

A graphic sharing free abortion and miscarriage resources with a purple background. At the top, the dark purple header text states," Need abortion or miscarriage resources?" Below in a lavender text box is "Read the explainer: tinyurl.com/abortion-an-er." Below this is a list of resources.

I Need an A: A resource for abortion seekers in the US that can help you learn about all your abortion options and find the most up-to-date information about abortion clinics, pills by mail, state abortion laws, and support: ineedana.org

Repro Legal Helpline: A free, confidential helpline that answers questions and provides legal services for your reproductive life, including abortion, pregnancy loss, and birth: reprolegalhelpline.org

M+A Hotline: A free hotline for people seeking medical information and support for their miscarriage or abortion: mahotline.org

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Monika Nayak (she/her) @monikayak.bsky.social · Feb 6

Yesterday’s virtual volunteer day @ineedana.bsky.social filled my very depleted cup so much it was overflowing by the end of the night. This community is everything!

Join us next month!! tinyurl.com/inaavolunteer

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