202 women seeking legal abortions were interviewed. 117 attended the follow-up after 3 months; 79% used the pill or IUD. Legal abortion was the solution to an unwanted pregnancy for those women who had not found an appropriate method of contraception. 1 in 4 women were ambivalent about their decision to have an abortion. This group had more psychological problems; 57% as compared to 39% in the overall group. Continuation rates for the pill and IUD were approximately 80% after 3 months. A recommendation is given for follow-up after abortion to give repeated advice on contraception and provide psychological support. (author's modified)