A Helpful Resource for Women Facing an Unintended Pregnancy in New York State
NARAL-Pro-Choice New York, in conjunction with the National Institute for Reproductive Health, just released the 2008 update of the Book of Choices.
The Book of Choices is an online resource which encompasses what being pro-choice truly means. Without bias, this guide presents a woman facing unintended pregnancy with all of the information she needs to make the decision for herself and her family. The guide provides information about which clinics and medical centers in New York State provide abortion care, and what payment methods are accepted, including information on financial assistance. In addition, the guide provides adoption, pregnancy, and parenting resources for women who decide to continue with their pregnancy.
Within the Book of Choices, there’s also a section on preventing pregnancy, which includes explanations of a wide range of contraceptives and birth control methods. The guide also includes information on where to obtain emergency contraception, including a list of free and low-cost providers in New York City.
The Book of Choices is a model that has been replicated in other states and could be utilized in a variety of locales. If you would like to create a Book of Choices for your area, please contact LIAP to learn more about the model. Go to the Book of Choices today at http://www.bookofchoices.org/.