Whether your abortion was recent or decades ago, the emotional impact can linger. Many women feel isolated, confused, or even ashamed to speak about their experience—but healing is possible, and hope is real.
This page is here to offer truth, understanding, and support for anyone navigating the pain of a past abortion.
Understanding Post-Abortive Trauma
The emotional aftermath of abortion is often minimized or ignored. But for many women—and men—the experience can lead to deep emotional wounds. Symptoms may include:
- Guilt or regret
- Depression or anxiety
- Anger, shame, or numbness
- Difficulty bonding with children
- Avoidance of anything related to pregnancy or babies
Some experts refer to this condition as Post Abortion Stress Syndrome (PASS)—a form of trauma that shares characteristics with PTSD.
Whether or not it’s formally recognized, the pain is real—and it deserves to be acknowledged and addressed with compassion.
What Kind of Help Is Available?
You don’t have to suffer in silence. There are many avenues for healing, including:
- Faith-based healing programs
- Licensed counseling
- Support groups (online and in-person)
- Post-abortion recovery retreats
Every journey is unique. Whether you’re ready to talk or simply looking for quiet resources to explore privately, there’s help designed for you.
🔗 Emotional and Physical Care After Abortion – Unplanned Parenthood
Stories of Redemption and Hope
Countless women have walked this road before you—and found peace on the other side. In their stories, you may see your own heartache, and also the beginning of hope.
🔗 Help and Hope for the Post-Abortive – Revive Our Hearts
From tears to transformation, healing often begins by simply acknowledging the hurt.
Watch Tewannah's Story
Watch Maggie's Story
You Are Worth Healing
It’s never too late to find peace. No pain is too deep, no past too dark. Your life still holds incredible purpose and promise.
Let today be the day you take the first step.
Check out FORGIVEN AND SET FREE
"No matter what influences a woman to end a pregnancy, the physical, psychological, and spiritual side effects are real and not always anticipated. Feelings of guilt, shame, and grief become a heavy burden, and many women feel that they will never be free, that no one understands, that God will never forgive them. But there is hope.
Linda Cochrane has been there. With an understanding spirit and a gentle hand, she guides hurting women to bring their emotional scars "out of the dark past and into his holy light" where true and lasting healing can take place. Cochrane delves into the Scriptures to offer help with issues such as relief, denial, anger, forgiveness, depression, letting go, and acceptance.
For every woman yearning for the peace of God's forgiveness, this study can be the first step to healing and wholeness."