Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy? You’re Not Alone—AWC Centers Are Here to Help.
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, it’s normal to feel scared or isolated. But you don’t have to go through it alone. AWC Centers offer free pregnancy testing and first-trimester ultrasounds to help determine the viability of your pregnancy and discuss your options in a supportive, confidential environment.
We are not mandatory reporters, so your appointments will remain completely confidential. Additionally, we provide free counseling services to help you navigate feelings of anxiety, fear, depression, or past traumas.
For more information about Texas abortion laws, scroll down.
To learn more about abortion and its potential risks, scroll to the bottom of the page for resources recommended by AWC Centers’ Medical Director for Gynecology, Dr. Ingrid Sko.
| Code Section | Tex. Civ. Stat. 170A.001, et seq. |
| Statutory Definition of Illegal Abortion | Abortion is prohibited, unless the pregnant woman has a life-threatening physical condition aggravated by, caused by, or arising from a pregnancy that places her at risk of death or poses a serious risk of substantial impairment of a major bodily function. |
| Penalty for Unlawful Abortion | First-degree felony (second-degree felony if the unborn child survives the abortion attempt) |
| Physician Licensing Requirements | Licensed physician |
Note: State laws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.1
Source:
1. Health and Safety Code Chapter 170A. Performance of abortion. (n.d.). Retrieved February 1, 2023, from
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/HS/htm/HS.170A.htm#170A.002
If a baby is not in your plans right now, it’s possible you’re feeling at least one of these things, but you don’t have to go through this alone. We are here for you.
Like any other big decision in your life, you deserve to understand all your choices, any risks, and how the decision you make today may impact your life tomorrow. We are here to help.
AWC’s client advocates and nurses can provide the information you need about abortion procedures. They can answer any medical questions you may have about abortion, pregnancy and sexual health; or just listen to your concerns.
Although we don’t perform or refer for abortions, we will help you understand all of your options. Make an appointment today for a pregnancy test and options counseling.
Dr. Skop has weighed in on many articles regarding the hot button issue of abortion and its effects of the family and society. For more information on these topics, please follow the links below.
