Termination of Pregnancy Support
Please note that we are not a termination referral service. Please contact your GP if you are looking for information about arranging a termination.
You will find both practical information and emotional support resources to help you to feel informed and supported throughout your journey. Please know that you are not alone - there is help and support available to you. You can get in touch with our Bereavement Team should you need support at any time following your loss.
Emotional Support
Abortion Recovery Care & Helpline (ARCH)
ARCH offers dedicated counselling and support to women, men, and families after an abortion. They also offer a befriender helpline and support groups.
ARCH Post-Abortion Support | ARCH
Abortion Talk
Abortion Talk offers telephone and online chat services to provide space for you to talk through your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Abortion Talk Number and Information| Abortion Talk
British Pregnancy Advisory Service
If you were referred to Birmingham Women’s Hospital via BPAS, you can access their 24/7 aftercare helpline by clicking on the following link:
Marie Stopes International (MSI) Reproductive Choices
If you were referred to Birmingham Women’s Hospital via MSI, you can access their 24/7 aftercare helpline by clicking on the following link:
Abortion Side Effects & Aftercare | MSI Reproductive Choices UK
Mental Health Support
If you feel you are in crisis, there is help available for you:
- NHS - Call 999 if your life is at risk
- NHS - Call 111 if you need help for your mental health but it is not an emergency
- Samaritans – call 116 123 for their 24/7 helpline
- Shout – text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 to access their crisis text line
- Birmingham and Solihull Urgent Mental Health Helpline – 0121 262 3555 or 0800 915 9292
- Self-refer to Birmingham Healthy Minds for support for depression and anxiety:
- Birmingham Healthy Minds - Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust - BSMHFT