EPISODE 07
Around half of all pregnancies in Australia are unplanned, and it’s estimated that at least 1 in 4 Australian women and people with uteruses will experience an abortion in their lifetime.
Listen NowC’mon. Let’s be frank about contraception.
Rowdie is joined by Maria Thattil, winner of Miss Universe Australia 2020, columnist, activist, and model. Maria opens up about her experience with an unplanned pregnancy and abortion, addressing the thoughts of this week’s DM submission from Talissa.
For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.
Other services:
- Pregnancy Choices Helpline 1800 008 463
Online Booklets:
- What Suits Me? Contraception Options
- Pregnant? Working through your options
- Yarning about pregnancy: working through your options
Factsheets:
Sources:
- Wright, S. M., Bateson, D., & McGeechan, K. (2021). Induced abortion in Australia: 2000-2020. Family Planning NSW: Ashfield, Australia.