my partner and i were living in different cities and struggling through a long distance relationship. i had just taken a dream job as a trauma nurse at a respected hospital and did not want to move to him at the time. i was on the nuva ring. i discovered i was 3 weeks pregnant after approximately a week of vomiting. i went to an incredible supportive and progressive women’s health clinic, and chose a medical abortion. it was painful and unpleasant for about a day. i don’t regret it one bit and am beyond grateful for and aware of my privilege, my access to on demand abortion. i feel no guilt, no shame, and want every woman on earth to be afforded this fundamental right.