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Are you pregnant and contemplating an abortion? Do you have questions about which type of abortion to pursue? Surgical abortion, medical abortion, the abortion pill, age of viability… the jargon and the current abortion laws can be hard to keep straight. We’ve done some digging to give you a head start!

“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” – Oprah Winfrey

Does your body seem to be changing in ways you can’t quite explain? Are you nauseated, fatigued, and experiencing killer mood swings, but not sure why? There is a chance you could be pregnant. For some women these are welcome changes, maybe even long anticipated. But for others, unexpected is an understatement. First things first,…

Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are on the rise in Ohio and nationwide. Formerly referred to as STD’s (sexually transmitted diseases), STI’s are often a topic that goes undiscussed and swept under the table. With rates on the rise, it’s more likely than ever that ladies in Ohio are being affected. Because these infections can…

“I came in not knowing what to expect. I felt so comfortable. I got great advice. I appreciate the ladies at Bella .” – AW An unplanned pregnancy holds so much unknown. Uncertainty often leads to fear, apprehension and frustration. The staff at Bella are trained to reduce stress in order to aid our patients in…

When considering an abortion, it is imperative to have STI/STD testing beforehand. In the absence of symptoms, it is easy to render this an unnecessary step; however, sexually transmitted infections may be present in what is known as a latent phase (there are no current symptoms). The consequences of proceeding with an abortion in the…