2007-02-09 01:17:06 · 36 answers · asked by Anna S 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
That depends on the individual, thier lifestyle and child rearing capabilities, wether or not they can love the child or are just going to sling it in care. Also the current health of the unborn child and considering quality of life.
2007-02-09 01:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Please note these are not my opinions as abortion is a very controversial subject - personally I wouldn't have an abortion under any circumstance.
Pros - some religious people believe that if the mother has been raped then it is the lesser of the two evils, it may be better to have an abortion then to bring another unwanted child in to the world, the mother may be too young, not able to financially support the baby, the mother or baby may be at risk during childbirth or the child may be disabled.
Cons - Many people without children would adopt, there aren't enough unwanted babies for people that want to be parents. God should decide when life should be taken away, life is a gift and shouldn't be ended prematurely. Even disabled children can have a really great life.
Hope these help.
2007-02-09 01:28:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Anna, Firstly, I think it's great that you're asking. Yes, it is ultimately your decision but why not get other opinions?
I think the pros are that you won't be responsible for the care and the well-being of another human. You won't have to go through the 9 months, the backaches, swelling, nausea, etc associated with pregnancy.
The cons are that, unless you made a mistake in your wording, it is a child and some people don't cope well with the knowledge that one of those pretty babies laying in the nursery could have been theirs.
I'm not trying to pass judgement on you because it is ultimately your decision and you're not posting this to be judged. You seem to want help, so I'm trying to give it to you. Think in terms of tommorow and 9 months from now and 9 years from now.
Which decision do you think that you're going to look back on and regret? Really, really think about that and be very honest with yourself before you decide. I hope this helps.
Good luck,
Cindi
2007-02-09 02:18:15 · answer #3 · answered by Cindarella R 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
pro- if the child was to be born with only a 5% chance at live because of a disorder with no treatment what so ever that will end up killing him. then the pro would be no pain for the baby.
con- no life, not a chance at all to grow up parent is seen as a killer and selfish
but con only works if child is healthy with no problems and parent(s) didn't want the baby.
2007-02-09 01:52:52 · answer #4 · answered by rosemommy2be 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are no pros really. You may think it's the best thing for you, and try to convince yourself and myabe others that it's the best thing for the child.......realistically, it's selfishness that makes us want to do it. It will be on your conscience (however the hell u spell it) forever. Later you'll feel like you probably could have made it through having the child.
On the flip side.....having the child will bring you great joy, forever. Unless the kid turns out to be a complete loser who treats you like garbage, then you might wish you did, but not in most cases. Even in the case of rape pregnancy, there is no need to abort unless the fetus is tested positive for birth defects. There are just too many women and couples out there who want and can't have kids, these babies born to moms who would otherwise abort them, is a good solution for all without murdering a human being, conceived either out of stupidity, or anger. There is always a good home for a child.
2007-02-09 01:28:42 · answer #5 · answered by T Jae 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Pros: you don't get stretch marks
cons: Women who have had abortions are at a higher risk for depression. In some cases there can be physical complications such as infection, which can even place your future fertility at risk. Plus you get to live the rest of your life knowing you decided to kill your baby and wondering "what if?"
2007-02-09 05:29:10 · answer #6 · answered by Maggie E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to think about your current circumstances.
The 'pro' (if there is a pro in this situation) is that it will free you of the responsibilty of a child if your circumstances dont allow it at moment and the 'con' is probably if you go ahead with the abortion you have to live with it for the rest of your life and will always wonder, what if!
2007-02-09 01:31:49 · answer #7 · answered by rose 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Pros: Freedom, Money, your figure is still good,
Cons:What would your baby of been like, was it a boy or girl, can you just end a life like that and never think about it again, you are going to feel very lonely, you will be in pain, either way you will never be the same person again.
2007-02-09 07:18:38 · answer #8 · answered by Jennifer M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You ask the question like you are choosing a car or a dog! This is a human life you are talking about, there are no pros and cons, just very hard decisions that should not be taken lightly!
2007-02-09 01:49:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
It really shouldn't be looked at in a 'pro/con' kind of way. The decision should be made based on one's beliefs and the circumstances surrounding the pregnancy first and foremost. Not as a form of birth control (of course, I can't picture anyone getting multiple abortions...outside of a few chicks that I knew in high school). Other options (i.e. keeping the baby, adoption) should be weighhed as well.
2007-02-09 01:25:35 · answer #10 · answered by Sunidaze 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Pro's and Con's equate to the same thing. Whatever
choice you make you have to live with that choice
for the rest of your life. Choose wisely.
2007-02-09 01:56:03 · answer #11 · answered by Precious Gem 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋