Accompaniment of second-trimester abortions: the model of the feminist Socorrista network of Argentina.

摘要: Abstract Objective Legal restrictions on abortion access impact the safety and timing of abortion. Women affected by these laws face barriers to safe care that often result in being delayed. Second-trimester affects vulnerable groups women disproportionately is more difficult access. In Argentina, where legally restricted except cases rape or threat health woman, Socorristas en Red, a feminist network, offers model accompaniment wherein they provide information support seeking second-trimester abortions. This qualitative analysis aimed understand Socorristas' experiences supporting who have medication outside formal system. Study design We conducted 2 focus with 16 total accompanying having were at 14–24 weeks’ gestational age. performed thematic data present key themes this article. Results The strived ensure had power choice every step their These required attention logistical, legal medical risks than first-trimester care. learned how help manage possibility comfortable providing support. They understood work as activism through which aim destigmatize advocate against patriarchal systems denying right Conclusion Socorrista shown can supportive, women-centered during abortions system setting restricted. Implications self-use supported activist could an alternative for worldwide. More research needed document effectiveness service-provision model.