Should I Get Abortion Pills in Advance if I am a victim of Assault?
If you’ve experienced sexual assault — or are worried it could happen — it’s completely valid to want to be prepared. For many survivors, having abortion pills on hand offers a sense of control, security, and peace of mind in a world that often doesn’t feel safe.
You can get abortion pills in advance. It’s called pre-provisioning — and it means receiving safe, effective abortion medication now, to keep with you just in case you ever need it.
Why would someone want abortion pills “just in case”?
Pre-provisioning allows you to:
Take care of yourself without delay, shame, or barriers
Avoid additional trauma from navigating broken systems
Feel prepared if something happens — even if you never end up needing the pills
Is it safe?
Yes. Medication abortion (using mifepristone and misoprostol) is over 98% effective and has been used safely worldwide for decades. The pills typically last for about two - five years when stored in a cool, dry place.
You do not have to be pregnant to get them. And you don’t have to explain why you want them.
