Reposting this to share!
“My body, my choice” is a nonsensical phrase.
Pregnancy involves two human bodies with distinct DNA, 2 heartbeats, 2 brains and two sets of organs.
Choice over your body does not include the right to end another human life.
“Embryo” and “fetus” are simply stages in a human's development
𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓
1. Embryo (0-3 months)
2. Fetus (3-9 months)
3. Newborn (0–3 Months)
4. Infant (3–12 Months)
5. Toddler (1–3 Years)
6. Preschool (3–5 Years)
7. School-Age (5–12 Years)
8. Adolescence (12–18 Years)
9. Early adulthood (18- early 40's)
10. Middle adulthood (mid 40's-65)
11. Late adulthood (65-death)
“My body, my choice” only works for tattoos and piercings.
It doesn’t work when another life is involved.
P.S., if you have had an abortion, you do not need to go all in on the pro-abort stuff. It's okay to acknowledge that you made a mistake. Ask God for forgiveness.
From personal reflection, understanding pregnancy as involving two distinct lives fundamentally changes the perspective on choice and bodily autonomy. Each stage, from embryo to fetus, clearly shows continuous human development, which can evoke strong emotional and ethical responses. When I first learned about these stages, it made me think more deeply about what 'choice' really means during pregnancy. The presence of another developing life with separate DNA and vital functions like heartbeats highlights that decisions impact more than one body. The phrase "My body, my choice" resonates in many contexts, like body art or personal health decisions. However, pregnancy uniquely involves a dual biological reality, making it complex. I found that acknowledging this complexity encouraged more respectful and thoughtful discussions among friends and family. For anyone grappling with past abortion decisions, it's important to remember that seeking forgiveness and healing is a personal journey. Many find solace in faith or counseling to process their emotions. Ultimately, understanding the scientific stages of development alongside personal values helps create a nuanced view of this sensitive topic, fostering greater empathy and informed conversations.
You can’t have a death certificate if you don’t have a birth certificate but yall aren’t ready for that conversation right?