Today Texas Governor Rick Perry signed in to law a bill that would put stricter regulations on abortion facilities and ban abortions after 20 weeks gestation, when it is proven the unborn baby can feel pain. One out cry from the pro choice community is that this law will close down all but five of the abortion providers in Texas. Today it was also announced that three of those facilities will be closing.
Before we do any major celebrating we need to think about what we will provide as alternatives for the women who would have run to these facilities for answers to their unwanted pregnancies. You don't have to be well versed in abortion alternatives to help. One important thing you can do is to be familiar with the nearest pregnancy care center. Know their phone number, where they're located, and their hours if possible.
Be a listening ear and open arms. There may be a lot of people who are mad, disappointed, and upset with her. Be that person she wants to come to. Listen even if she is thinking about abortion. Instead of saying "you will regret that" or "that is a bad choice" ask her what she knows about what her choices are and suggest she take her time looking at her options. She doesn't have to rush in to a decision, especially an emotional charged one.
The truth is abortion hurts women. Adoption and parenting are not easy options. Each women needs to feel loved and supported to make the decision that affirms her life as well as her child's.
We can not have the victory without the responsibility to share the burden.
South Texas Pregnancy Care Center 830-303-2151
Options for Women 830-629-7565
Central Texas Life Care 512-396-3020
San Antonio Pregnancy Care Center 210-614-5433
