The Realities Of Abortion Laws: How I Accessed Life-Saving Medical Care In Texas
The term “reproductive rights” and the idea that abortion restrictions are synonymous with healthcare is patently false. I have deep sympathy for the women who are truly fearful, albeit ignorant, when it comes to the future of their health and their families. It's time we spend some time leaning into facts rather than fear.
After two healthy pregnancies and fairly smooth, unmedicated births, I went into my third pregnancy with the usual initial anxiety, but an overall sense of confidence gained through experience. I think many women can attest to an ever present sense of nervousness when it comes to pregnancy, but other than the usual “what if’s” that tend to plague my constantly racing mind, I reminded myself I had no reason to believe this pregnancy would be any different than my others.