Category Archives for Reproductive Health
This Week in Latina Feminism
Ok, so I should maybe qualify the title to “The Past Few Weeks in Latina Feminism.” I’ve been in the middle of finals and finishing up my last month of my undergrad career (!!) so I’ve been a little slow … Continue reading
Latina Teen Moms Deserve Support, Not Shame
By this point, you may have heard of the Candie’s Foundation’s recent tasteless teen pregnancy prevention ads. They are filled with shiny celebrities staring into your eyes and making witty comments about how you probably hate school but you will … Continue reading
Maternal Health in Brazil and the Myth of Choice
Lately, there has been a lot of talk on the feminist blogosphere about the “myth of choice,” partially inspired by Planned Parenthood’s decision last January to move away from the label “pro-choice.” Bloggers like Maegan Ortiz over at VivirLatino, have … Continue reading
Today’s Reproductive Justice Round Up
Today I thought I would do a round-up of reproductive rights news. I felt inspired after reading the Time Magazine “What Choice?” piece on how the abortion-rights movement has evolved to become much more complex than pro or anti choice. … Continue reading
Free Birth Control, Lower Abortion Rate [Infographic]
I have some shocking news for you. You may want to sit down before you read this. Are you sitting? Ok. Free birth control may reduce abortion rates. I know. A study conducted by the Contraceptive Choice Project in St. … Continue reading
Progressive and Vintage Birth Control Ads
I just had to share these awesome ads. The election may be over, but our reproductive rights are still being threatened every day. If only everyone believed in well-rounded sex education like these posters seem to. For more, check out … Continue reading
A Small Favor
I need to ask you a favor. It’s small, and won’t take long. Please make sure your vote counts today. I don’t just mean go out the polls and cast your ballot. I mean if you’re using a machine, check … Continue reading
