Etiske dilemmaer: abort og prævention

Som oftest er en graviditet forbundet med glæde, forventninger og drømme om den lykkelige familieforøgelse. Glæden kan dog slukkes med et fingerknips, når en rutinescanning viser, at noget er galt.Med nutidens muligheder for fosterdiagnostik opstår der ikke sjældent et etisk dilemma, når det lille menneske i maven er sygt. Hvor naturen ville gå sin gang uden menneskelig indblanding, bliver vi nu stillet over for nogle valg og beslutninger, som vi gerne ville være foruden.Sorg, mit barn er forfatteren Lisas egen fortælling om den alt for tidlige fødsel af hendes datter Smilla. Fortællingen om et forløb, hvor Lisa mod sin vilje blev herre over sin egen datters liv og død. For Smilla ville måske kunne bæres graviditeten ud, men hun ville ikke kunne leve.Lisas historie er langt fra unik. Flere og flere bliver stillet over for de umenneskelige beslutninger, som skal træffes, når videnskaben møder det menneskelige sind.Sorg, mit barn er langt mere end blot en trist historie om et kort liv. Gennem interviews med fagpersoner – blandt andre en jordemoder, en antropolog, en filosof, en præst og flere psykologer – får forfatteren sat ord og følelser på svære begreber som skam, eksistens og etiske overvejelser.Bogen vil kunne bruges af alle, der har prøvet at miste et ufødt barn – og deres pårørende, men også af fagpersoner i berøring med de familier, der bliver stillet over for de svære beslutninger.

Med sin personlige øjenvidneskildring af 1970'ernes kvindebevægelser giver Vibeke Vasbo én lang forhistorie og hyldest til den kamp for ret til abort, ligeløn, antivold og minoritetsbeskyttelse, som vi måske først nu for alvor ser udfolde sig i 2020'ernes retsligt skrøbelige demokratier.Forfatteren Vibeke Vasbo (f. 1944) er en af kvindekampens superaktivister, hun har været virksom deltager i studenteroprøret, medstifter af rødstrømperne i Danmark, blandt initiativtagerne til den første kvindelejr på Femø, er tidligere sygehjælper, kranfører, lærer og meget andet.

Uncover the Heart of Humanity: A Bold Manifesto for Caring, Love, and Protection of the Unborn, Transforming Perspectives for a Better Tomorrow!In the groundbreaking To Protect Those Unable To Protect Themselves: Saving The Unborn, James M Cavanaugh offers a transformative exploration of the abortion debate, transcending divisive rhetoric to focus on compassion, understanding, and actionable solutions.For Women of all ages grappling with choices, Cavanaugh provides a sensitive and enlightening perspective, fostering an environment of love and respect for both the unborn and the women making these profound decisions. Men of all ages are invited to join this dialogue, gaining insights that contribute to a more empathetic and supportive society.Middle and High School Teachers will find this book a valuable resource, addressing complex moral and legal dimensions with clarity. It sparks critical thinking and promotes respectful discussions on a topic often shrouded in controversy. Religious leaders will appreciate Cavanaugh's thoughtful approach, aligning the discussion with faith values while encouraging open-minded dialogue within their communities.Pro-Life advocates will discover a manifesto that goes beyond ideology, offering tangible pathways to protect the defenseless unborn. Cavanaugh's comprehensive examination of abortion's history, legal landscape, and societal intricacies provides a foundation for informed advocacy. It explores the nuances of recognizing the unborn as human, demystifies birth control methods, and distinguishes between a woman's power and her right to choose.Cavanaugh's call to action comes with a roadmap for change, urging society to abandon divisive debates and embrace a new era of compassion, love, and protection for those unable to protect themselves. For anyone seeking a profound and empathetic perspective on abortion, To Protect Those Unable To Protect Themselves is an indispensable guide for a more compassionate world.

Foreword by Margaret AtwoodThe heartbreaking true story of an Argentinian woman imprisoned for having a miscarriage--an injustice that galvanized a feminist movement and became a global rallying cry in the fight for reproductive rights.In 2014, Belén, a twenty-five-year-old woman living in rural Argentina, went to the hospital for a stomachache--and soon found herself in prison. While at the hospital she had a miscarriage--without knowing she was pregnant. Because of the nation's repressive laws surrounding abortion and reproductive rights, the doctors were forced to report her to the authorities. Despite her protestations, Belén was convicted and sentenced to two years for homicide.Belén's imprisonment is a glaring example of how women's health care has become increasingly criminalized, putting the most vulnerable--BIPOC, rural, and low-income--women at greater risk of prosecution. Belén's cause became the centerpiece of a movement to achieve greater protections for women like her. After two failed attempts to clear her name, Belén met feminist lawyer Soledad Deza, who quickly rallied Amnesty International and ignited an international feminist movement around #niunamas--not one more--symbolized by thousands of demonstrators around the globe donning white masks, the same kind of mask Belén wore when leaving prison. The #niunamas movement was instrumental in pressuring Argentine president Alberto Fernández to decriminalize abortion in 2021. In this gripping and personal account of the case and its impact on local law, Ana Correa, one of Argentina's leading journalists and activists, makes clear that what happened to Belén could happen to any woman--and that we all have the power to raise our collective voices and demand change.Translated by Julia Sanches

Poems and personal essays about abortion, motherhood, abuse, and other women's issues written by Bellingham's Wildhaven Writers in response to Roe V. Wade being overturned.

You open a book that promises to guide you through the myriad emotions and situations many face after making choices, often hastily. As you delve deeper, you're drawn into the complexities of the human psyche, exploring why people act the way they do and the profound impact of societal judgment. "The Morning After" isn't just about the immediate regret; it's about the ripples it creates in your life and society. Each chapter feels like a mirror, reflecting back to you stories that could be yours or someone you know. From the surge of feelings post-casual encounters to the profound weight of decisions like abortions, this book doesn't shy away from any topic. It embraces them, and, in turn, you feel embraced, understood, and less alone. The narrative touches you deeply, addressing subjects like addiction, risky behaviors, and the societal chains that often bind and judge. You see the broader picture, the global perspectives, understanding that regardless of where one hails from, the human heart's battles are universal. You're given tools, strategies, and stories of transformation that inspire. They remind you of your inner strength and the ability to overcome, change, and grow.You're left with an empowered feeling, realizing that every "Morning After" is not an end but a new beginning. By the time you reach the appendices, you feel equipped. Resources, further readings, and author insights provide a sense of community and direction. This book becomes more than just a read; it's a companion on your journey towards understanding, healing, and transformation.

June 24, 2022 will stand in infamy as the Supreme Court of the United States overturned the landmark case known as Roe v. Wade which gave women sovereignty over their own bodies with regard to abortion. That sovereignty is now being given back to the States and women will have no say as to what happens to them.This turning back of the clock is not just in America. Women all over the world are nothing more than a commodity and we are still being raped and plundered; our right to do with our bodies as we choose once again on the chopping block.As women from around the world and from a variety of situations weigh in on this new attack, Women's Sovereignty and Body Autonomy Beyond Roe v. Wade addresses the concerns and opinions of women from around the planet. Through art and poetry, prose and personal accounts, this shared atrocity that continues to be forced on women is brought into a new light with a rebel resolve that screams "NO MORE"!

Contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy. It generally prevents the egg and sperm from fusing together, which results in pregnancy. Vaginal rings, female and male sterilization, oral contraceptive pills, intra uterine devices (IUDs), injectables, lactational amenorrhea techniques, and implants are the most common forms of contraception. These techniques work through various mechanisms and are successful in preventing an unwanted pregnancy. Condoms are the only contraceptive method that can stop a pregnancy, as well as the spread of sexually transmitted infections such as HIV. Females have a number of choices for birth control, which range from intrauterine devices and patches to pills, while males have only two effective birth control methods, namely, vasectomy and condoms. This book explores all the important aspects of female and male contraception. It consists of contributions made by international experts. This book will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this field.

Birth control is a method or device used for preventing pregnancy. Reproductive medicine is a sub field of medicine associated with the male and female reproductive systems. It covers a wide range of reproductive conditions, such as the methods of birth control and assessment. It also deals with the treatment and prognosis of reproductive health disorders. There are several birth control measures such as sterilization, hormonal birth control, barrier methods, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and behavioral methods. All these birth control measures are used before or during sexual intercourse. Emergency contraceptive is another method used to prevent pregnancy following unprotected sexual intercourse or when other methods of regular contraception have been used in an improper manner. This book provides significant information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of birth control and reproductive medicine. It is a resource guide for researchers as well as students involved in the this area of study.

"A microhistory of abortion in nineteenth-century United States, which tells the story of Josephine McCarty, an abortionist and female physician tried for murder in upstate New York in 1872"--

STRIKKEPINDE OG SÆBEVAND Kvindeliv i Danmark i tiden før den fri abort Bogen indeholder en samling breve skrevet af kvinder, som levede i tiden, før aborten blev fri. Det liv, som kvinderne beskriver, er domineret af snævre sociale forhold og af en graviditets- og seksualitetsangst, som først for alvor lettede ved indførelsen af den fri abort i 1973. Brevene viser kvindernes mod og styrke, deres svagheder og fortrydelser. Ud fra brevene vælder der en fortabthed og rådvildhed, men også en kunnen og en undergrundsviden, som kvinderne lærte sig, når de kom “i ulykke”. Kvinderne var så pressede, fortvivlede og modige, at de satte deres helbred og i sidste instans også deres liv på spil.

Der Umgang mit Konfliktschwangerschaften und die verschiedenen Lösungsmöglichkeiten sind Kernthemen im Religions- und Ethikunterricht an weiterführenden Schulen. Dieses Buch leistet einen authentischen Beitrag zur Behandlung des Themas im Unterricht: Die dargestellten Fälle und Situationen sind überwiegend dem wirklichen Leben entnommen. Sie regen zum Nachdenken und Diskutieren an und betrachten den Konflikt aus verschiedenen Perspektiven. Zudem beinhaltet das Buch zahlreiche Informationen zur vorgeburtlichen Entwicklung, zur Rechtslage im Bezug auf Schwangerschaftsabbrüche in Deutschland und zur besonderen Situation von Menschen mit Einschränkungen. Wichtig: Konkrete Tipps und Hinweise dazu, wo Hilfe, Rat und Tat im Fall einer unerwarteten Schwangerschaft angeboten werden. Damit ist das Buch ein Mutmacher und Nachlagewerk.

"In a series of 28 brief arguments, Blair deftly makes the case for moving the abortion debate away from controlling and legislating women's bodies and instead directs the focus on men's lack of accountability in preventing unwanted pregnancies."--

Hole in My Heart is a memoir of love, loss, and redemption. Meticulously researched, the book shows how Dusky became a major force in changing laws to give adopted adults access to their birth records.

Has Abortion Affected Your Life?Have you ever felt a numbness, an ache deep inside that seems to never go away? Do you feel a sadness and a loss? Is there a deep secret you've kept hidden because it's too painful to face? Have you wanted to reach out and talk to someone but are too ashamed? This book is for every woman who has experienced abortion…no matter if it was last week or decades ago. God can and will heal you from the pain of your abortion. God has healed me and he can heal you. There is hope, healing and forgiveness after abortion! If you are a woman or man who has gone through an abortion, or you know a friend, a spouse, a girlfriend, or a family member, this book would greatly help them!

The feminists across Latin America, Africa, and Europe making self-managed abortion available to all - and the transnational movement they have built along the way

In this book, faith leaders, scholars and activists from around the globe provide their perspective on faith and abortion. They reflect on examples of faith organisations which have provided leadership on the issue as well as examining religious approaches from Buddhist, Christian, Jewish, Muslim and interfaith perspectives. Challenging the assumption that all people of faith are anti-abortion, this book provides a counterpoint to right-wing faith perspectives and outlines how faith communities reimagine abortion as an issue of social, pastoral and theological concern. Providing perspectives from the global North and South, it includes settings where abortion is legal, and where it is restricted, and settings where abortion stigma is ever-present to settings where abortion is normalised. It also demonstrates the complex connections between faith and abortion, how women and pregnant people are positioned in society and how morality is claimed and challenged.

"THE PARENTHOOD DILEMMA is a bold, feminist investigation into the decision whether or not to become a parent"--

The follow up to I Hate Men (Fourth Estate), which achieved strong media coverage and sales in the UK.An intimate and nuanced reflection on abortion at a critical moment for reproductive rights globally. Popular feminism meets personal essays: for readers of Laura Bates and Criado Perez, but also Rebecca Solnit and Annie Ernaux.