Abortion: What's your view on it?

[bimmylee]

You guys... unless the pregnancy is threatening the life of the mother, put the kid up for ADOPTION.

There are plenty of couples who are unable to have kids and would love nothing more than to raise one. Adopted kids are statistically more likely to succeed than their biological counterparts, because their parents planned for them and absolutely wanted to have them. It's a no-brainer. Just have the kid, and put it up for ADOPTION.

It costs nothing to the mother, whose pregnancy-related costs are all taken care of by the adoption agency and/or adopting couple, compared to an abortion which can cost anywhere between $500 and $2000, depending on how far along you are. Plus, having an abortion can cause health problems for a mother, such as her being less likely to be able to get pregnant in the future, or even cause some certain kinds of infections down there. Abortions can also cause psychological trauma for the mother and often does... because the mother has caused a DEATH.

If the mother might die from having the kid, then YES, of course the mother should make that call. But you can't go around having sex and not expect there to be some serious consequences if you do. Cases of rape? Absolutely terrible situations. But have the kid, put it up for adoption, and get it away from yourself so it can live its life and you can live yours. Cases of incest? Likewise. Do I seem like I'm being ridiculous? Probably to many. But I don't care. You have to draw the line somewhere when you're protecting those who are unable to speak for themselves.

Let's not be selfish here. Give the kid a chance with another set of parents. If you keep in touch, your child will probably thank you someday for giving them a chance at the life you couldn't offer. That's the gift of all gifts: a chance at a good life.