Emotions ranging from Anguish to Gratitude and Fear of Violence at a Colorado Late-term Abortion Clinic

The Boulder Abortion Clinic, run by Dr. Warren Hern, specializes in second- and third-trimester abortions, serving women with complicated situations such as health risks, fetal anomalies, and pregnancy resulting from sexual abuse. Despite recent political debates regarding later-term abortions, only about 1% of abortions occur after 21 weeks. Patients come from red states with strict abortion bans, pushing them into difficult situations. In a case study, a Texas couple, Emma and Stewart, faced a severe fetal anomaly during pregnancy and had to travel to Colorado for a late-term abortion. They emphasize the importance of access to abortion as essential health care. Other patients like Willow faced delays in care due to pregnancy crisis centers and limited access to clinics, highlighting the challenges women face post-Roe v. Wade overturn. Dr. Hern believes the criminalization of abortion is a national catastrophe for women, making situations like Willow’s more dangerous, expensive, and emotionally stressful. The clinic provides a lifeline for women in desperate circumstances, offering compassion and care in difficult situations. The story showcases the complexity and challenges surrounding access to abortion, particularly in later stages of pregnancy, and the impact of political decisions on women’s health and reproductive rights.

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