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Stop Giving Unsolicited Reproductive Advice to Childless Women
Despite what the government thinks, a woman’s uterus is her own business
I made a TikTok post last month about childlessness and immediately got a response from someone who asked why I hadn’t considered adopting. “There are so many kids in need of a good home,” she said. “Why wouldn’t you consider helping one of them?”
Not to lean on a cliché here, but if I had a nickel for every time I’ve been asked — and usually by strangers — why I haven’t adopted or tried IVF yet… And you know what I’d use all my wealth to pay for? Whatever pills I’d need to keep my blood pressure in check because this question makes my blood boil.
If you don’t know why, by all means, let’s dive in. We’ll start with the basics.
Get Informed Before You Speak
There are a lot of assumptions and a lack of human dignity going around. Next time, think before you speak.
Alternative Paths to Motherhood Are Not Financially Accessible to Many
Haven’t I thought about adoption or IVF? Are you kidding me? Of course I’ve thought about every option! Do you think I just woke up yesterday and realized that I’m at the end…
