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Abortion Melbourne Services
Your Trusted Partner for Abortion in Melbourne
If you’ve found yourself pregnant and need support, Clinic 66 can help. As a leading women’s health clinic online, we provide referrals for both medical and surgical abortions, as well as advice for future contraception methods.
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Your abortion options in Melbourne
At Clinic 66, we offer referrals for medical and surgical abortions at trusted abortion centres in Melbourne. Which is right for you will be largely determined by how far along you are in your pregnancy. This is calculated from the first day of your last menstrual period.
What kind of abortion can i have?
To check which abortion options are available to you, use our gestation calculator by entering the first date of your last period. This will provide you with a gestation estimate in weeks and days, which will be confirmed by an ultrasound at our clinic.
Your current estimated gestation is 4 weeks
This is an estimate based on the date you have provided.
Based on the information you have provided, the following treatments may be available to you.
Surgical abortion
A surgical abortion involves the gentle suction removal of the pregnancy tissue from the uterus, and is often recommended for pregnancies beyond nine weeks. This procedure is typically performed under light sedation, with most patients returning home the same day. While more invasive than a medical abortion, a surgical abortion is still a highly effective method with a low risk of complications.
Medical abortion
Medical abortions are available for pregnancies up to nine weeks. This method is available at various abortion clinics in Brisbane, and is a safe, non-invasive method of terminating a pregnancy. A medical abortion is completed in two stages. The first medication, mifepristone, blocks the hormone necessary for the pregnancy to continue. Then 24-48 hours later, misoprostol is taken, causing the uterus to expel the pregnancy.
Many Brisbane abortion clinics provide this option for terminating early pregnancies in the comfort of your own home, with follow-up care provided by the clinic.
Medical abortion in Melbourne
If you’re in early pregnancy (up to about nine weeks since your last menstrual period), then your doctor will likely recommend a medical abortion. This is a simple, safe procedure that you can undertake at home by taking two tablets from providers of the abortion pill; the first (mifepristone) will stop the pregnancy from developing further. The second (misoprostol), taken 36-48 hours later, will cause the elimination of the pregnancy tissue from the uterus.
Surgical abortion Melbourne
If a medical abortion isn’t right for you— for example, if you’re more than nine weeks pregnant, or you prefer to have a procedure— you may consider a surgical abortion in Melbourne. The procedure is quick, and afterwards you’ll spend a short time recovering at the clinic before being allowed to leave, usually with someone to support you at home.
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The process for an abortion in Melbourne:
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The process usually begins with a consultation, including a pregnancy test, possibly an ultrasound, and a medical history review. Your provider will explain your options, what’s involved, and whether medical abortion is appropriate for you (this is likely to be recommended up to nine weeks gestation).
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If you choose a medical abortion, you’ll take the first tablet (mifepristone) at the clinic or at home, then a second dose (misoprostol) 24–48 hours later so the pregnancy can be safely terminated.
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If you choose a surgical abortion, then you can make an appointment at a trusted abortion clinic in Melbourne.
On the day, the clinic team will check you in, perform any required pre‑procedure tests (like an ultrasound), and then carry out the procedure under light sedation or anaesthetic, so you don’t feel pain or have any recollection of the procedure. For pregnancies under 12 weeks, the procedure usually involves a suction method (vacuum aspiration) and takes about 5–15 minutes.
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In both cases, you can expect some bleeding and cramping in the hours or days afterwards, often similar to a heavy period, and possibly mild side effects like nausea or tiredness.
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A follow‑up check (sometimes an over the counter pregnancy test, low‑sensitivity pregnancy test or a blood test) 2–3 weeks later ensures the abortion is complete. If the abortion is incomplete or there are complications (which is rare), a further medical or surgical procedure may be needed.
Frequently asked questions about abortion clinics in Melbourne
Are medical abortion bulk billed in Melbourne?
Sometimes, but it depends on the clinic. Some private and public clinics in Victoria do offer bulk‑billing (or partial coverage under Medicare) for abortions in Melbourne. This might cover consultations and pathology/tests. However, additional fees often apply for medicines, ultrasounds or follow‑up care. If you don't hold a valid Medicare card, you should check your cover with your travel insurer.
How to access private abortion clinic in Melbourne?
You can contact a private abortion clinic directly (no referral is necessary in many cases) — many accept bookings online or by phone. Alternatively, some GPs and community health services can refer or will provide medical‑abortion services.
What is the best abortion clinic in Melbourne?
There isn’t a single “best” clinic — what’s best for you depends on your circumstances (how far along you are in pregnancy, private‑ vs public‑hospital access, cost, comfort level, privacy, and so on). Clinic 66 will only refer you to clinics providing medical or surgical abortion legally and safely, staffed by trained health professionals.
What to do if you are 3 weeks pregnant and don't want the baby?
If you think you might be around 3 weeks pregnant and wish to end the pregnancy, your first step is a pregnancy test and then reach out to a trusted GP or abortion‑service provider. Early medical abortion is available in Victoria and across Australia. It is safe, legal, and relatively straightforward to access. Many providers accept early cases like this and can discuss options with you, including medical abortion if eligible.
How many weeks is the earliest you can get an abortion?
The earliest you may discover a pregnancy is usually 3 weeks, at which time you can access abortion if you choose. In Victoria, abortion is legally available up to 24 weeks. For medical abortion, many clinics offer it up to about nine weeks of pregnancy. After nine weeks, surgical abortion is a safe, legal, and effective procedure that you can still access through a referral from your healthcare provider.
How painful is the abortion pill at 4 weeks?
We normally recommend that you have a medical abortion at 6 weeks from your last menstrual period ( usually around 4 weeks after conception) as this is the best time to get an ultrasound scan that confirms that a pregnancy is located in the uterus. At 2 weeks after conception, it is unlikely that the pregnancy will show on a scan and therefore it may not be safe for you to have an abortion. Your doctor will talk you through the best time to have a scan and whether blood tests are also required.
In terms of pain, every individual’s experience varies. At 6 weeks gestation, you will likely undergo a medical abortion, which involves taking two pills. For many, taking the first pill produces little immediate effect; the second pill triggers cramping and bleeding— often described like a heavy period. Pain relief and rest are recommended, especially during the first 24 hours when cramps and bleeding are most intense. The good news is that it will pass, and many women find it uncomfortable but bearable.
Taking a high dose of ibuprofen ( 1600mg) is a standard way to help prevent the worst of the pain associated with medical abortion.
What is the safest abortion method?
Both medical abortion and surgical abortion carried out by trained professionals are safe and legal in Victoria, and complications are rare. Which method is “safest” depends on how far along the pregnancy is, your health, and personal preference.
Surgical abortion requires a procedure under anaesthetic, and therefore the risks relate to surgery and anaesthetics, whereas medical abortion does not require a procedure or anaesthetic but there is a higher risk of retained tissue.
Medical abortion is often chosen when early in pregnancy (up to nine weeks), and surgical abortion may be used later or when preferred by the person who wants to terminate the pregnancy.
Referring you to a Melbourne abortion clinic near you:
No matter where you are, Clinic 66 is here to find the best abortion clinic in Melbourne for you. Whether you need a medical or surgical termination, and whether you’re looking for an abortion clinic in the Brisbane Greenslopes, or an abortion clinic in North Brisbane, our team can help.
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