Let's change the narrative.
Every story shared here shines a light on experiences often left unspoken. Read, reflect, and see how courage and resilience can break the silence.
Share your experience to help promote change
In Your Words gives people a safe space to share experiences that are often left unspoken. These stories, told honestly and in their own words, show the strength, courage, and resilience of our community. By reading them, we can break the silence, build understanding, and remind everyone that no one has to face their challenges alone.
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Anonymous
Attending catholic school and having the nuns show us films that were abortion propaganda also reinforced the 'anti-abortion' view.
Anonymous
I had a relatively new relationship I liked and thought a child not wanted by both, would jeopardise a relationship I was happy in, for one as a single parent.
Anonymous
When I spoke to my GP, she was amazing, was completely non-judgemental, and offered a referral and support letter for access to an abortion, if I wanted one.
Anonymous
When I accidentally became pregnant in my mid-20s, I was, in theory, in a much better place both financially and emotionally.
Anonymous
The first thing I felt was shame. Not because I thought it was wrong, but because I was worried about what my family and community would think.
Anonymous
As a teen growing up I even thought how having a baby would be an escape from having to grow up. At 22, I fell pregnant as I wasn't being consistent with my birth control pills. I knew immediately that I was getting an abortion.
Anonymous
I wish there wasn't such difference between health practitioners and I wish there was more we could do about those who make us feel lesser for choosing abortion.
Anonymous
I’ve always wanted to be a mum. I’ve always wanted to be pregnant & weirdly always wanted to experience child birth. But when I saw those 2 lines for the first time ever, I wasn’t happy.
MKGC
I am a transmasc Agender person and here is my story, I was in an abusive relationship at the age of 13 and I got pregnant.
Kay
I will never forget sitting in that room, hearing his words but feeling like I was watching someone else's story and not mine.
Anonymous
Attending catholic school and having the nuns show us films that were abortion propaganda also reinforced the 'anti-abortion' view.
Anonymous
I had a relatively new relationship I liked and thought a child not wanted by both, would jeopardise a relationship I was happy in, for one as a single parent.
Anonymous
When I spoke to my GP, she was amazing, was completely non-judgemental, and offered a referral and support letter for access to an abortion, if I wanted one.
Anonymous
When I accidentally became pregnant in my mid-20s, I was, in theory, in a much better place both financially and emotionally.
Anonymous
The first thing I felt was shame. Not because I thought it was wrong, but because I was worried about what my family and community would think.
Anonymous
As a teen growing up I even thought how having a baby would be an escape from having to grow up. At 22, I fell pregnant as I wasn't being consistent with my birth control pills. I knew immediately that I was getting an abortion.
Anonymous
I wish there wasn't such difference between health practitioners and I wish there was more we could do about those who make us feel lesser for choosing abortion.
Why share your story?
Pro-Choice
Share your story in your own words, on your terms.
Break the silence
Help challenge stigma and show others they are not alone.
Inspire and connect
Your story can offer hope and understanding to the community.
Safe and supportive
Submissions can be anonymous, and your privacy is respected.
Be part of a movement
Each story contributes to a more inclusive, compassionate community.
Pro-Choice
Share your story in your own words, on your terms.
Break the silence
Help challenge stigma and show others they are not alone.
Inspire and connect
Your story can offer hope and understanding to the community.
Safe and supportive
Submissions can be anonymous, and your privacy is respected.
Be part of a movement
Each story contributes to a more inclusive, compassionate community.
Share Your Experience To Help Promote Change.
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Your voice helps shape how Queensland Health and Children by Choice improve access to Termination of Pregnancy services across the state.
