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Before week 12

In Norway, you have the right to a self-determined abortion until week 12 (11 weeks and six days). You can make an appointment for an abortion directly with the hospital of your choice. The earliest you can have an abortion is in week six of the pregnancy. Should you find out you are pregnant at…

Is an abortion free of charge?

Anyone living or staying in Norway has the right to an abortion, according to current regulations. An abortion is free of charge for anyone residing in Norway You do not need a doctor’s referral to have an abortion. You can contact the hospital directly and schedule an appointment for an abortion. Norway has a free…

Surgical abortion

A surgical abortion is a minor procedure where the contents of the uterus are removed using a small tube. Normally, you will be given general anaesthesia. However, it can also be done with the aid of a local anaesthetic to numb the vagina. The procedure itself takes about ten minutes and everything is done in…

Home abortion

A home abortion means that the abortion will be performed in your own home. You are free to choose between having the abortion at home or in hospital. In order to do this at home, remember the following: You should never be alone when carrying out an abortion at home. If you need help or…

Medical abortion in hospital

If you opt for a medical abortion in hospital, you will be admitted to the hospital until the abortion is completed. You will be given the same treatment as if this is done at home. There are no special criteria for performing an abortion in hospital. You are free to choose whether you wish to…

Medical abortion

With a medical abortion, you will be given pills to be taken two days apart. The abortion can either be carried out at home or in hospital. You are free to choose between having the abortion at home or in hospital. In order to do it at home, you must: Pre-examinationWhen scheduling an abortion, you will first be…

We can`t agree

Disagreeing on a decision to terminate or go through with a pregnancy may make it difficult to communicate with each other. Strong feelings, opinions and wishes may be involved when you are trying to communicate, which can make it difficult to listen and understand what the other person is trying to say. Understanding each other…

Abortion or not?

A positive pregnancy test may result in many and mixed emotions. You may feel joy, uncertainty, doubt, hope and concerns all at once, or one at a time, at various times. It is not uncommon for your emotions to change from day to day. You may not have planned to become pregnant, or perhaps you…

Contraceptive methods

There are many different types of contraceptives. When choosing a contraceptive that is best for you, you should consider things such as what they contain, their safety, cost, how long they last, and their side effects. The most important thing is that you find a contraceptive that works for you and that improves your quality…

I want an abortion

Do you wish to have an abortion? Contact a hospital with a gynaecology department. Norway has a free choice of provider system, which means that you can choose which hospital you wish to use. You do not need a referral from your GP, nor do you need to explain your decision. You are not required…

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