Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy can be stressful, and knowing your options is important. One option many women in Kenya use is the AboKit, a medical abortion kit designed to safely terminate early pregnancies. This post explains what AboKit is, how it works, and the safest timeframe to use it.
🩺 What Is AboKit?
AboKit usually contains two medications:
- Mifepristone (200 mg) – blocks the hormone progesterone, which supports pregnancy.
- Misoprostol (800 mcg total) – causes uterine contractions to expel the pregnancy tissue.
This combination is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for early medical abortion.
🕒 When Can You Safely Use AboKit?
Timing is crucial for safety and effectiveness.
✅ Best used up to 9 weeks (63 days) after the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP)
✅ Still effective up to 10 weeks (70 days) but may require medical supervision
⛔ Not recommended beyond 10 weeks without professional healthcare guidance
If you’re unsure how far along you are, consider using a pregnancy gestation calculator or visiting a trusted clinic.
⚠️ Why Timing Matters
Using AboKit beyond the recommended time can increase risks of:
- Incomplete abortion (when some pregnancy tissue remains).
- Heavy bleeding and stronger cramps.
- Need for additional medical care or procedures.
Earlier use generally results in safer, more effective outcomes.
💡 Where to Find Help
At Women for Women Kenya, we offer:
- Confidential pregnancy testing.
- Safe abortion consultations.
- Post-abortion care and counseling.
- Reproductive health education.
If you’re considering AboKit or any abortion pills, reach out for guidance and support.
📞 Contact Women for Women Kenya
📍 Roysambu, Nairobi
📞 0700811528
📧 kenyawomenforwomen@gmail.com
🌐 https://womenforwomenkenya.com
Your health and safety come first. Timely, safe care is essential.
