As of June 1, 2022, the Illinois Parental Notice of Abortion Act is repealed. That means that patients under the age of 18 can access abortion care just like any adult patient. You do not have to tell a parent or an adult family member about your choice, if you are planning on having an abortion procedure. This is true whether you live in Illinois or are traveling from another state.
In our experience, most minor patients choose to talk to a parent or trusted adult when they have an unexpected pregnancy. Some young people to do not feel comfortable telling a parent that they are pregnant or that they want to have an abortion, and that is okay too. We trust you to make the best choice based on your situation.