Pregnancy discrimination

without negative consequences such as out of pocket costs. Ideologically, the HB 4799 is grounded with the framework of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, specifically article 7, “All are equal to before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law,” (“The Universal Declaration,” 1949). The law mandating birth control access does not apply equally to women, or conversely to men, in this social problem. Men’s contraception methods are completely…

Regional Victoria, is nineteen weeks pregnant and has indicated that she would like to terminate the pregnancy, against her mother’s religious beliefs. The predominant ethical dilemma in this scenario is Sophie’s right to autonomy versus her mother’s potential imposing religious beliefs. Utilising Kerridge et.al’s model for Ethical Decision Making (2009), three diverse options: terminate the pregnancy, keep the baby and put the baby for adoption are illustrated…

“The Mother” The poem is filled with life 's small ironies down to the title ,“The Mother,” by reading the poem we know the speaker is not a mother in the literal sense her pregnancies ended in abortion through the monologue she addressed her children who were never born and reveals her feeling and justifications as if the children were in her presence. The first ten lines are in couplets, after which the rhyme scheme becomes irregular. Brooks maintains her freedom to vary line length and rhythm…

We as a society always refer to the human rights and freedoms to prove our points when it comes to discrimination based on race, religion and beliefs so why can 't we use them for abortion? Because again receiving this procedure should be up to the woman not those around her and others beliefs, it is her body, her lifestyle, her health. Another example…

Birth Control hormonal contraceptive methods like the NuvaRing and the Depo-Provera (the shot) has a variety of effects and purposes on human beings more than just preventing pregnancy. Despite the risks and advantages, women are motivated to find medicine that helps prevent pregnancy and/or searching for better contraceptive options besides the birth control pill or condoms. However, these methods can affect women psychologically by mood swings, depression, and other side effects, including…

to make a choices regarding their body’s reproduction. Reproductive rights may spark the interests of African American women because they now have equal reproductive rights as white women. African American women have come a long way in terms of discrimination, gender inequality, and inequality of reproductive rights. The topic reproductive rights, is more likely to be an interest to an individual who values their personal…

overbearing financial burden placed upon the mother, her family, and her future child. General health and prenatal care are essential components of ensuring a healthy pregnancy. Adequate education and preventative practices in new mothers results in “healthier babies, better deliveries, and a decrease in other serious problems related to pregnancy and health care costs” (Zelazny). Clinicians recommend that women schedule their “first [medical] visit as soon as they realize that they might be…

a court held that the abortion ban was unconstitutional and the ban was repealed (Florida :: NARAL 1). In stark contrast, Minnesota ratified the Women’s Economic Security Act which encourages women to bear their child by prohibiting pregnancy related discrimination in the workplace…

At the first thought of the occupation ‘midwife’, people often cringe and give a weird look. What most people do not understand is exactly what a midwife is. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “They act as primary care providers for women and newborns. They provide wellness care, educating their patients on how to lead a healthy life by discussing nutrition and disease prevention.” One reason midwives desire midwifery is to help soon-to be mothers and their babies. Just like every…

When it comes to abortion, there is no discrimination, all sorts of races, religions and class practice or condone abortion. About 22 percent of pregnancies end in abortion. The mother of the fetus allows the pregnancy to happen. Most women who decide they are going to get an abortion will go ahead with the process. There are many reasons why women choose to abort like not being…