Kat

i had an abortion and i am not sorry

Kat
How old are you: Between 27 and 33

Country of birth: Canada

Year of abortion: 2006

Country of abortion: Canada

All of my friends and family supported me. My mother was especially supportive and told me my aunt had an abortion when she was even younger than I was.

Type of abortion: in a clinic or hospital with surgery

Fast, supportive, gentle. There was pain and grogginess. They let my fiance in the room with me and he held my hand during the procedure.

Reason for abortion: my personal reasons for not wanting a child

Feelings about abortion: comfortable, trapped, resolved, relieved, confident, happy, as usual, sure, afraid

The idea of a child growing in me horrifies me. I never want children and despite my best efforts I still found myself full of a fetus I never wanted.

Society expects me to hide the fact I had an abortion, or to be ashamed and regretful. I had an abortion, and I am not sorry. I don't regret anything. If you are scared and want an abortion, don't let the lies of the right convince you they know your mind better than you do. Make your choice.

Religion no religion

Children: i have no children