Most unwanted pregnancies become wanted children. Women who have abortions regret their mistake later. Many unwanted babies are abused and neglected, and suffer lifelong developmental and social problems. Many women make mistakes in having babies they don't want and can't love or care for. A few women may come to regret their abortion, but this should not be a reason to deny choice to all women.
Abortion causes psychological damage to women.
They suffer guilt feelings all their lives. Anti-abortion propaganda insists that having an abortion is wrong and that women should feel guilty. Again this is imposing a religious view, that of 'sin', onto the woman's decision. Lack of counselling and confused feelings can lead to later problems. Many negative feelings are related to the unwanted pregnancy, not the abortion, which usually brings feelings of relief.