Confirm the pregnancy through a test or ultrasound.

Calculate weeks of pregnancy (from first day of last menstruation).

Any contraindications? (Medical condition, IUD)

Make a plan: Have someone with them, get ibuprofen and anti-nausea medicines, identify a comfortable place and make arrangements for childcare, a day away from activities, etc.

Be no more than 2 hours away from medical care in case of emergency.

Confirm that the pregnant person is deciding for themselves to use abortion pills.

Explain the protocol (how many pills and how to use)

Explain what to expect: usual side effects (chills, light fever, diarrhea, vomiting), and when to expect onset of bleeding, cramping, and expulsion of pregnancy.

Explain the signs of rare complications (excessive bleeding, high fever, vaginal discharge, severe pain that isn't relieved with painkillers).

Describe what to do if no bleeding (confirm quality of medicines, rule out ectopic pregnancy, confirm the length of the pregnancy and repeat the procedure if appropriate).

Clarify how to identify that the abortion was successful. (changes in pregnancy symptoms, pregnancy test after 3 weeks or an ultrasound)

Expect light bleeding for 9-14 days

Nothing in the vagina for 2 days

Able to start the use of contraceptives right away

Confirm end of pregnancy (pregnancy test 3-4 weeks later or ultrasound)