Prenatal diagnoses of Down syndrome are highly correlated with abortion, and many women have reported that medical personnel either assumed they would want to abort or overtly pressured them to do so. It's not uncommon for doctors to talk about the health risks associated with Down syndrome, explain how to obtain an abortion, and then … Continue reading #17. Talk to medical providers about how they deliver prenatal Down syndrome diagnoses.
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#16. Learn the stances of your political representatives.
Once you know what your reps' think, you can use the information to inform your voting decisions and even strategies about who to work with to advance or oppose relevant legislation. Even if you're not particularly politically inclined, on a social level you now have the information available to share with others when talking about … Continue reading #16. Learn the stances of your political representatives.
#13. Advocate for restrictions on late-term abortion in your state.
Polls find American support for abortion wanes as the pregnancy progresses. Even many pro-choice people are uncomfortable with the idea of abortion later in pregnancy, particularly if such abortions are medically unnecessary. But many people don't realize the legal status of late-term abortion where they live. First, familiarize yourself with abortion laws in your state. … Continue reading #13. Advocate for restrictions on late-term abortion in your state.
#11. Sponsor or create advertisements for pro-life legislation.
If you know of pro-life legislation--especially at the local or state levels--that you support, contact the sponsoring organization(s) and offer to donate funds for local advertising. You can help them pay for TV, newspaper, or radio spots, billboards, or targeted social media ads. Or you can volunteer your time to help distribute flyers or drop … Continue reading #11. Sponsor or create advertisements for pro-life legislation.
#7. Familiarize yourself with abortion laws in your state.
Most Americans have only a vague idea of the specifics of our abortion laws. For example, many believe abortion is illegal after the first trimester and believe exceptions are only for when the mother's life is in danger or perhaps for fetal abnormalities incompatible with life. In fact abortion is legal until at least partway … Continue reading #7. Familiarize yourself with abortion laws in your state.
#3. Make sexual choices that won’t result in unintended pregnancy.
If you know you or your partner aren't ready for a child, make sure you don't participate in conceiving one. This could mean abstinence or sexual activities that don't involve sperm entering a vagina. If you are going to have PIV sex, use protection. Make sure you're aware of the failure rates of your chosen … Continue reading #3. Make sexual choices that won’t result in unintended pregnancy.
#2. Make sure you have sufficient sexual education.
How does conception happen? What are some common types of STDs and how are they transmitted? What are some common methods of preventing pregnancy, how do they work, and how effective are they? Hopefully you already know the basics, but if not, go dig around. Even if you aren't currently sexually active, this information is … Continue reading #2. Make sure you have sufficient sexual education.
#1. Talk with your family and friends about abortion.
Ask the people who you're closest to what they think about the issue and why. If they are pro-life, ask them if they'd like to brainstorm with you about ways to get involved. If they are pro-choice, explore how they come to their stance. Find common ground and emphasize shared motivations (caring for people, protecting … Continue reading #1. Talk with your family and friends about abortion.
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