Visit our bookings page or contact your preferred branch by phone or WhatsApp. Our team will help you arrange your visit and confirm availability.

An uncomplicated medical or surgical abortion does not usually affect your fertility or your ability to have a healthy pregnancy in the future.

Rare complications, such as an untreated infection or injury to the uterus, can affect fertility. Following your aftercare instructions and seeking help promptly for severe or worsening pain, fever, unusual discharge or very heavy bleeding helps protect your health.

Pain varies from person to person and depends on the method used and how far along the pregnancy is. We provide pain relief and support to help you stay as comfortable as possible.

Medical abortion: The medication causes the uterus to contract, so you can expect cramps that may be stronger than period pain. Cramping is usually most intense while the pregnancy passes, then gradually eases. Some people experience significant pain.

Surgical abortion: You may feel pressure and cramping during a suction procedure. Pain relief and local anaesthetic can help reduce discomfort. Your clinician will explain what to expect and the pain-control options available.

After either method, cramps may continue for a few days and should gradually improve. Severe or worsening pain, pain that does not improve with the recommended medication, or pain with fever, fainting or very heavy bleeding requires urgent medical assessment. Contact the clinic or go to your nearest emergency department.

Both methods end a pregnancy. The main difference is how the pregnancy is removed and what you experience during treatment.

Medical abortion — using medication

Medical abortion uses prescribed medicines to make the uterus contract and pass the pregnancy through the vagina. Treatment may use mifepristone followed by misoprostol, or misoprostol alone.

You can expect cramping, bleeding and clots as the pregnancy passes. The strongest symptoms usually occur over several hours, but the timing varies, and bleeding may continue afterwards. Depending on your pregnancy stage and clinical assessment, treatment may take place at home with instructions and support, or in a healthcare facility. Occasionally, additional medication or a suction procedure is needed to complete the abortion.

Surgical abortion — a procedure performed by a clinician

In early pregnancy, surgical abortion usually uses gentle suction through a small tube passed through the cervix to remove the pregnancy from the uterus. There is no cut on your abdomen. At later stages, a different procedure may be needed.

An early suction procedure usually takes around 5–10 minutes, although preparation and recovery make the total visit longer. Pain relief is provided, and the clinician will explain the anaesthetic options available. Most patients can go home the same day after assessment. Cramping and bleeding can still occur afterwards.

We have branches in Braamfontein, Marshalltown and Midrand. Contact your chosen branch before visiting to confirm appointment availability and whether your required service is offered there.

Ask our team whether your appointment requires any specific preparation. Have details of your current medication, allergies and relevant medical history available. If you plan to use medical aid, confirm the required documents and authorisation beforehand.

Follow the clinic’s instructions about eating, drinking, medication and transport arrangements for your particular visit.

Confidentiality, privacy and dignity are central to our care. If you have concerns about how we contact you or handle your information, discuss them with our team before your appointment. They can explain how confidentiality applies to your situation.

Your healthcare provider will discuss your concerns and relevant health history, assess your needs and explain suitable options. Any recommended examinations, scans or tests will be discussed with you, along with your treatment plan and applicable fees.

Our listed packages include medical abortion for 0–9 weeks and surgical abortion services up to 20 weeks. Your healthcare provider will assess your pregnancy duration, discuss your options and confirm suitable treatment and fees.

For medical abortion, your provider will explain how to take your prescribed medication and what to expect during treatment.

Procedures requiring admission are offered at our Braamfontein and Midrand branches on Fridays, following a prior assessment on Thursday. Book your Thursday assessment in advance. Friday admission is confirmed after assessment.

Where applicable, the R3,000 admission fee is included in the totals shown in our Fees & Packages section.

Your healthcare provider will explain your follow-up needs and our team will help arrange the appointment. Follow-up scans cost R800 and are charged separately from the medical abortion packages.

The team will explain your aftercare instructions and confirm any additional treatment costs.

We accept cash, card, Payflex and most medical aids. Contact our team before your appointment to confirm medical aid acceptance, cover for your chosen service, authorisation requirements and any shortfall.

Some services are charged separately, including follow-up scans and additional care where required. Our Fees & Packages section lists these charges. Your healthcare provider will confirm your treatment plan and explain any applicable additional costs after assessment.