Australian Abortion Stories

On July 11, 2023, the TGA published a press release stating that restrictions on what healthcare providers could dispense abortion medication were lifted. This comes into effect on August 1, 2023. What does this mean? And also - what are abortion pills anyway? Kels and Cass get together for a chat about the above topics, as well as review some common myths and misconceptions around early medication abortion. DISCLAIMER: This conversation should not be considered medical advice or information. It is for educational and 'entertainment' purposes only. Please seek advice from your healthcare practitioner if you are considering abortion. Links to relevant articles/research: The Guardian Article: RU486 Limits Scrapped, July 11 2023 Marie Stopes Article: Retail Pharamacy Magazine Article: Changes to MS 2-Step Dispensing Restrictions SA Health: Abortion Reporting Committee Report 2022 TGA Media Release: Amendments to restrictions for prescribing of MS-2 Step, July 11 2023 TGA: MS 2-Step Product Information Support the podcast⁠: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aussieabortions ⁠ The music in this episode was written and recorded by Oliver Shute and Hugo Ludemann.

In episode 31, Cassidy sits down with Madison Griffiths, author of the newly released 'Tissue'. Madison Griffiths is a writer, artist and producer based in Melbourne. She is the co-producer of Tender , an award-winning Broadwave podcast that follows what happens in the aftermath of abusive relationships. Her essays have been published widely in The Guardian, SBS, VICE, Meanjin, Kill Your Darlings and more. In 2022, she won the Our Watch Award as administered by the Walkley Foundation for Excellence in Reporting on Violence Against Women and Children. We have been eagerly awaiting the launch of this book for some time and are very excited to have it in our hands. A big thank you to Madison for sharing with us on the podcast and congratulations on the release of such an incredible piece of writing. You can find Madison on instagram - @madisonrgriffiths. Support the podcast⁠: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aussieabortions ⁠ State by state abortion support organisations: QLD - Children by Choice NSW - Family Planning NSW NT - Family Planning NT VIC - 1800 My Options SA - SHINE SA and Pregnancy Advisory Centre TAS - Family Planning Tasmania or Women's Health Tasmania If you'd like to get in contact with us, you can DM us on Instagram @australianabortionstories or send us an email via [email protected] Until next week, take care of yourselves and eachother! The music in this episode was written and recorded by Oliver Shute and Hugo Ludemann.

In this episode, Kelsey is witness to Kristen's 3rd abortion story. Kristen was based in NSW at the time, and had a herbal abortion under the care of a midwife. She also is a very wonderfully spoken person, and works as a post-abortion psychotherapist. Very fitting! She shares lots of nuggets of wisdom about how she personally has intergrated her experiences, and tips for you to do so as well. Thanks again to Kristen for sharing your story. She can be found via Instagram @kristenportney_therapy Support the podcast⁠: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aussieabortions ⁠ State by state abortion support organisations: QLD - Children by Choice NSW - Family Planning NSW NT - Family Planning NT VIC - 1800 My Options SA - SHINE SA and Pregnancy Advisory Centre TAS - Family Planning Tasmania or Women's Health Tasmania If you'd like to get in contact with us, you can DM us on Instagram @australianabortionstories or send us an email via [email protected] Until next week, take care of yourselves and each other! The music in this episode was written and recorded by Oliver Shute and Hugo Ludemann.

*Trigger warning - this story includes assault, so please use your discretion in listening. In episode 28/29, Rosie shares with Kelsey her 2 abortion stories. Rosie shares so beautifully about her journey, and has done a lot of personal reflection and therapy which really comes through. She also speaks to her experience of abortion as a mother, and shares briefly about the births of her children. Many, many thanks to Rosie for sharing your story with us. Support the podcast: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aussieabortions⁠ ⁠The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line⁠ (24/7) - 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) - For any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. ⁠⁠⁠Lifeline⁠⁠ 24/7⁠ crisis hotline - 13 11 14. State by state abortion support organisations: QLD - Children by Choice NSW - Family Planning NSW NT - Family Planning NT VIC - 1800 My Options SA - SHINE SA and Pregnancy Advisory Centre TAS - Family Planning Tasmania or Women's Health Tasmania If you'd like to get in contact with us, you can DM us on Instagram @australianabortionstories or send us an email via [email protected] Until next week, take care of yourselves and each other! The music in this episode was written and recorded by Oliver Shute and Hugo Ludemann.

In episode 26, Kaitlyn sits down with Kelsey to share her story of medication abortion. There are lots of elements to her story, and she ended up having a D&C several weeks post her medication abortion for retained products. Thank you so much to Kaitlyn for sharing your story with us. ⁠Support the podcast⁠: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aussieabortions ⁠⁠Lifeline⁠⁠ is always available if you find yourself in crisis - 13 11 14. State by state abortion support organisations: QLD - Children by Choice NSW - Family Planning NSW NT - Family Planning NT VIC - 1800 My Options SA - SHINE SA and Pregnancy Advisory Centre TAS - Family Planning Tasmania or Women's Health Tasmania If you'd like to get in contact with us, you can DM us on Instagram @australianabortionstories or send us an email via [email protected] Until next week, take care of yourselves and eachother! The music in this episode was written and recorded by Oliver Shute and Hugo Ludemann.