💖 Why Choose AMAC? 👩‍⚕️ We’re Experienced and Caring AMAC (Auckland Medical Aid Centre) has been providing safe, trusted abortion and contraception care for over 45 years. We are New Zealand’s longest-running abortion service. 🌏 A Supportive, Diverse Team Our team is small, friendly, and culturally diverse. We care deeply about women’s health and always provide non-judgemental, compassionate support. 🗣️ Many patients tell us how positive their experience was — 👉 Read our Google reviews 🤝 You’re Not Alone We understand this can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to go through it alone. We’re here to support you at every step, in a way that feels safe and respectful. 🛋️ Private, Comfortable Clinic AMAC is a small, discreet clinic with: A calm, relaxed environment Private patient rooms with comfy Lazy-Boys TVs and space for a support person 👫 You are welcome and encouraged to bring someone with you. 📞 Need Help or Have Questions? We’re here for you. 📱 Call us on 09 638 6040 📧 Or email: reception@amac.org.nz 🤔 Not Sure Where to Start? If you’ve missed a period or think you might be pregnant: 🧪 1. Take a Pregnancy Test You can buy a urine pregnancy test at a pharmacy or supermarket. If the test is positive, take some time to think about what you want to do. 🗣️ 2. Talk to Someone You Trust It can help to speak with a friend, family member, or support person. 💭 Thinking About an Abortion? If you decide you’d like an abortion: 📞 3. Contact Us Call our reception 09 638 6040 or send a message through our website 👩‍⚕️ 4. Nurse Will Call You A nurse will call you the same (or next working) day to: Ask a few simple questions and explain your options Arrange a blood and swab request at Awanui Labs 💬 5. Need to Talk First? If you’re not sure about your decision, let us know. Our counsellors are here to help. You can ask to talk before booking anything. 🌿 Medical Abortion (Abortion with Pills) A medical abortion uses medicine to end an early pregnancy. It’s safe and effective up to 8 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy and happens mostly at home. This process is similar to a natural miscarriage. You’ll take two types of medicine: The first stops pregnancy hormones The second causes the uterus to cramp and release the pregnancy Appointment time: approx. 2 hours Medical abortion is free for those eligible for healthcare in Auckland, Waitematā, or Counties Manukau If you are not eligible see our current prices here 🏥 Surgical Abortion (Suction Procedure) A surgical abortion is a short, safe procedure that uses gentle suction to remove a pregnancy. We offer this up to 13 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy. At your appointment: · We’ll do a basic ultrasound with no sound, you will be asked if you want to see the screen or not · Talk with you about your health, support needs, and contraception · Give you oral pain relief, sedation, and local anaesthetic · Perform the procedure using gentle suction — it takes just a few minutes · You’ll rest in your own private recovery room 🕐 How long will I be at the clinic? Plan to stay for 4 to 6 hours Most of this time is for preparation, support, and recovery 💡 Good to know You cannot drive home because of the sedation — please bring a support person or arrange a ride Most people feel well the next day, but we can provide a medical certificate if needed You can have an IUD or contraceptive implant placed during the procedure if you choose The procedure is free for people eligible for public healthcare in the Auckland, Waitematā, or Counties Manukau regions If you’re not eligible, see our current price list here The abortion procedure at AMAC The choice of the service provider and abortion method is largely determined by: The stage of pregnancy. Abortion providers available in your area: http://www.abortion.org.nz. Eligibility for funded health care through your DHB: http://www.health.govt.nz. Choosing to pay for private abortion care. A FEMALE DOCTOR IS NOT AVAILABLE EVERY DAY AT AMAC – PLEASE INFORM US IF THIS IS A REQUIREMENT FOR YOUR TREATMENT. Pregnancies greater than 14 weeks – Abortion procedures at this stage of pregnancy are not performed at our day clinic. Please call AMAC for information on service options in New Zealand and overseas.

Your choice We understand that unplanned pregnancies happen and that every woman has the right to choose for herself how to deal with the situation. Many factors may influence your decision to continue or terminate a pregnancy. Your values, beliefs, previous life experiences, society's attitudes, spirituality and cultural perspectives will all impact on your choice to: continue the pregnancy and become a parent; or continue the pregnancy and place the baby up for adoption or fostering; or end the pregnancy with a termination, if you are legally able to do so. Supporting you We know it can be hard to make a decision about what to do and we are here to provide support. Counselling is available should you wish to explore feelings and issues related to an unplanned pregnancy and the options available. Post-termination counselling is also available. If you think counselling would be helpful, phone (09) 631 0740 and choose option 3. Our counselling services are free if you are eligible for publicly funded healthcare. For more information on what to expect during your visit, please see our frequently asked questions. Timing for abortion services First trimester services (before 13 weeks and 2 days) The Epsom Day Unit (EDU) is for first trimester pregnancy termination. The termination must occur before 13 weeks and 2 days' gestation. If you think that termination is the right option for you, you can self-refer, or visit your GP for them to refer you. Epsom Day Unit (EDU) is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of nurses, doctors, social workers and administrative staff. Your information is kept confidential and not released without your consent. Waiting time for your first appointment varies depending on how busy EDU is and the gestation of the pregnancy. Urgent appointments are available for patients referred in the late part of their first trimester. Appointment two is usually scheduled for between one and seven days after the first. Second trimester services (13 or more weeks pregnant) If you are 13 or more weeks pregnant, you will be referred to your local District Health Board (DHB) for assessment. The Epsom Day Unit accepts self referrals and referrals from a general practitioner, midwife or nurse practitioner for a pregnancy of 13 or more weeks if the woman lives within the Auckland DHB area. If you are unsure about what to do please phone or email. Phone: 09 631 0740 Email: with your name, phone number, date of birth and any safety issues we should be aware of at epsomdayunit@adhb.govt.nz The law On 24 March 2020 changes were made to the law to decriminalise abortion, better align the regulation of abortion services with other health services and modernise the legal framework for abortion services in New Zealand. The abortion legislation is available on the New Zealand Legislation website.