Sam

I had an abortion

Sam
Country of birth: Zimbabwe

Year of abortion: 2006

Country of abortion: South Africa

I did not tell many people. Bu those who know mostly responded very little. Trying to to seem judgemental. all very supportive in that they knew this was the best thing for me to do. Those who do not know, there is good reason for that.

Type of abortion: in a clinic or hospital with surgery

traumatic off course. you feel strange, and ashamed. glad there are others liek you i suppose. i wondered what the women performing the procedure thought about me.

Reason for abortion: my age (too young or old)

it's not the right time.

Feelings about abortion: irresponsible, resolved, numb, relieved, angry, as usual, stupid, ashamed, sure, sad

Religion Christianity

Children: i have no children