A safe and trusted option when you’re farther along
When you’re in your second trimester and considering abortion care, the stakes can feel higher, the options fewer, and the stress more intense, especially if you’re coming from a state where abortion access is restricted or unavailable. CARE Clinic Colorado, located in Pueblo, CO, is here to help. We regularly care for patients traveling from Alamosa, CO and beyond, offering both vacuum aspiration up to 18.6 weeks and surgical abortion care after 20.6 weeks of pregnancy.
Let’s be real: navigating travel, timing, and medical care all at once is a lot. But the good news? Colorado is close. If you’re within driving distance, or even if it’s a short flight away, our Pueblo clinic is easy to reach, and our team is experienced in helping out-of-state patients manage the details.
What to expect from second trimester abortion care
If you’re more than 18.6 weeks pregnant, your procedure will typically be done using dilation and evacuation (D&E), often in combination with vacuum aspiration. Most patients complete the process over one to two consecutive clinic visits. We’ll walk you through everything step-by-step, no surprises, no cold clinical jargon.
You won’t be alone during any part of this process.
Here’s how it usually goes:
- Day 1: You’ll meet with our medical team, have an ultrasound to confirm gestational age, and begin cervical preparation (this may include medication or the use of laminaria).
- Day 2 (if needed): The procedure itself is performed safely in our clinic using a gentle combination of techniques under sedation or anesthesia. Recovery takes place onsite with our nurses by your side.
You won’t be alone during any part of this process.
Helping you get here, stay here, and feel supported
If you’re coming from Alamosa, CO, you probably have questions about the logistics. We get it, and we’ve helped hundreds of people just like you. Whether it’s coordinating appointment timing, helping find affordable lodging, or making sure you know where to stop for a good bite to eat on the way in, we’re here for the whole journey.
Want to bring a support person? Great. Want to come solo? That’s okay, too. Just know, from the moment you step through our doors in Pueblo, we’ll do our best to make you feel seen, respected, and taken care of.
Why second trimester abortions might be necessary
You might be thinking, “Why would someone wait this long?” Well, most people don’t plan to have a second trimester abortion, but life doesn’t always line up with timelines. Maybe it took a while to confirm the pregnancy. Maybe a medical complication came up. Maybe you had to save up money or make childcare arrangements. Or maybe, you simply didn’t have access to care earlier.
Whatever the reason, it’s valid. And you deserve care that doesn’t judge you for when or why, it simply focuses on providing excellent, evidence-based medical support when you need it most.
When is vacuum aspiration appropriate?
If you’re still in the earlier part of the second trimester, anywhere up to 18.6 weeks, you may be eligible for a vacuum aspiration, which is a shorter, in-clinic procedure that typically only requires one visit. It’s performed by experienced providers using gentle suction, and it’s one of the most common and safest methods used worldwide.
We’ll help determine the best option based on your gestational age, overall health, and preferences.
What makes CARE Clinic Colorado different?
There are lots of places offering abortion services, but there’s a reason people choose us, even from across state lines:
- Same-day appointments are often available
- Private, one-on-one care in a calm setting
- No protesters outside our clinic doors
- Judgment-free staff who care about your comfort and dignity
- Affordable pricing and guidance on financial help if you need it
Plus, our location in Pueblo, Colorado is central, a straight shot from many neighboring states, including Alamosa, CO. Whether you’re driving in or flying to a nearby airport, we’ll help make the experience as stress-free as possible.
Take the next step when you’re ready
If you’re traveling from Alamosa, CO and need second trimester abortion care, you’re not alone, and you’re not out of options. CARE Clinic Colorado is here with the knowledge, experience, and compassion to guide you through it. Whether you’re seeking vacuum aspiration before 18.6 weeks or a surgical abortion after 20.6 weeks, we’re just a call away.
Need help with travel? Wondering if you can get in soon? Want to talk through your options with someone who actually listens?
Reach out. We’ll be here.
