Are you pregnant and searching for an abortion clinic in New Mexico? If so, you have come to the right place. This page will highlight all women’s health centers available in the Las Cruces metro, so you can make the best decision for you.
We know how difficult times like this can be. You may be scared. You may feel alone. We are here to help you. That’s why we’ve spent hours researching this topic to present the most accurate data for you, especially now that Roe v. Wade is overturned.
Important Disclaimer: We do not represent a crisis pregnancy center. We do not represent any of the women’s health centers listed below. We don’t represent Planned Parenthood, or a national non-profit. We are an independent resource with no financial incentives to push you in one way or another. We simply want to present the data as transparently as possible.
I’m pregnant, what are my options?
First, try not to freak out. You didn’t expect this to happen. You are probably scared, perhaps you are alone too. It’s possible your boyfriend doesn’t know yet. If you just discovered that you are pregnant and live in Las Cruces, you have three options:
- You can raise the baby on your own or with a partner
- You can decide keep the baby and put it for adoption after giving birth. You could choose an open adoption or a closed adoption.
- You could choose an abortion
We get it. This is a massive decision. That’s why we recommend consulting close friends and family if you feel comfortable. Getting an outside perspective helps you make better decisions.
The complete list of clinics in Las Cruces
We compiled as many pregnancy centers and abortion clinics we could find. You can see the entire list below:
1. CareNet
According to their website, Care Net of Las Cruces provides a safe environment with a warm, comfortable setting where privacy and confidentiality are top priorities. They take pride in offering a complete holistic approach that focuses not only on your physical concerns but also on your heart, mind, and spirit as well. Their services are available at no cost because they are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization.
They provide the following services:
- Free pregnancy tests
- Free obstetric ultrasound with 2-day turnaround for test results
- Free material assistance (diapers, bottles)
- Post abortion emotional support
You can learn more by visiting their website.
2. Full Circle Health Center
According to their website, Full Circle Health Center shares the philosophical ideals that sacred healing resides within everyone. They will assist you in connecting with your innate healing energies to help guide your choices for improving the well-being of body, mind, and spirit.
Services provided:
- Gender affirming care
- Birth control and family planning
- Holistic counseling and therapy
- Medical abortions
You can learn more here.
Can I get an abortion discretely?
In New Mexico, you don’t need parental consent if you are a minor to get an abortion. However, based on our research, it sounds like patients of certain healthcare providers can have their abortion records shared with other health providers. We do not know if this is intentional, a state law, or an issue with the medical records system they use. Read the comments from Reddit below:
“Idk what to tag this post as. I am just irritate. I don’t know what to do to get it off my record and I guess it’s too fucking late now. Now if I have a mental health crisis “OHHH, ITS FROM THE ABORTION” b* no it’s not I’m glad that thing is out of me.
Seriously… Seriously. Now I need to contact PP asking what the hell and why they did that without my consent and 0 heads up. They actually told me it would all be confidential and stay in PP. What is going on???”
[Source: Reddit]
You can see others confirming this in the following comments as well.
“The exact same thing happened to me, but I didn’t go through PP. I was absolutely furious.
If you ever get another one, don’t sign any forms they give you, and really stress that you will seek out legal action if they send your records to your PCP [regardless of whether or not you actually will].”
We recommend investigating this before you make your decision.
I’m a Texas resident, can I get an abortion in Las New Mexico?
At the time of writing, yes. You can learn more about this in articles like this one.
The history of Las Cruces, New Mexico
Las Cruces, New Mexico is the second largest city in the state, behind Albuquerque. It is the county seat of Doña Ana County and sits on the Rio Grande, making it one of the largest U.S. cities along the Mexican border. It is located less than an hour away from El Paso, Texas.
The city was founded in 1849 as a stop on the Camino Real, and was named after the nearby crosses erected by Spanish missionaries. Las Cruces soon became an important farming and ranching center in the region. In 1862, the city was occupied by Confederate troops during the Civil War, but was later recaptured by Union forces. In 1881, the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway reached Las Cruces, making it an important transport hub. The city continues to grow and prosper, and is now home to over 100,000 people.