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In reply to the discussion: I had an abortion... [View all]mcar
(42,572 posts)17. You are not a murderer. You were not selfish.
You made a choice - a decision that was best for you at the time.
I totally get the what-ifs but your options were limited - just starting out, no health insurance (a huge thing, IMO) limited leave and childcare options - and let's not forget what children cost. That's an issue too.
You are loving person who obviously became a loving mother so of course you would look back and wonder.
Thank you for sharing your story.
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I've had two... but not feeling like sharing my reasons either for the same reasons.
msfiddlestix
Dec 2021
#22
No one owes anyone their story. And I honor any story people choose to tell.
WhiskeyGrinder
Dec 2021
#8
Thank you for sharing. I believe in women and their ability to make their own choices.
Lonestarblue
Dec 2021
#26
I've had several. No story. No shame. I refuse to answer to systems that don't acknowledge my
ancianita
Dec 2021
#51
texas is taking away abortion, BUT NOT GIVING THOSE WHO NEED IT CHILD SUPPORT! babies are NOT FREE.
pansypoo53219
Dec 2021
#55