On a Woman’s Right to Choose
A women's reproductive freedom include a women's (or girl's) right NOT to have an abortion.
When I was 27, I learned I was pregnant. The medical doctor wished my husband and I congratulations. I shared with her that I was not married and she frowned in a disapproving manner and told me I should consider having an abortion. She made it apparent that SHE thought I should have an abortion.
I was living alone in NYC and attending grad school; I really didn't feel as though I had anyone I could talk to about such a thing. I didn't even want to tell my boyfriend.
So, I called my mother, who immediately advised me to have an abortion. She told me my sister had already had several from her boyfriend. She told me she'd travel up to be with me. I called an abortion clinic and scheduled for an abortion, but then a day later I called back and cancelled. I was conflicted.
Finally, I confided in my boyfriend that I was pregnant. He responded that he didn't want any baby of his somewhere and told me I should have an abortion; he and I had no intention of marrying.
Everyone wanted me to have an abortion. No one even asked me what I thought about it.
Due to their pressure, I eventually called and schedule another appointment. With my mother at my side, I went to the clinic and had an abortion. To this day, I regret it.
Always remember that women's reproductive freedom includes the RIGHT to NOT have abortion.
I wish just one person had asked me how I felt about being pregnant.
- Sharon F. from Florida, USA
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