If you have an abortion before 9 weeks of pregnancy, you will usually have it at home. You can dispose of the remains as you wish.
If you have an abortion between 9 to 12 weeks, you will have it in a hospital.
Hospital staff will explain what options are available for disposing of the pregnancy remains. This will be done in a sensitive manner. They will help you make a decision that is right for you.
If you do not wish to make a decision about your pregnancy remains, the hospital can make a decision for you. They can dispose of the remains.
Urgent advice: Contact your GP or MyOptions as soon as possible if:
- you feel that you have not passed the pregnancy tissue from your body
You may need further treatment
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