Because of imprecise language in some sections, it is open to interpretation. Most historians feel that this is more of a strength than a weakness. And it is more just to place all the burden of supporting whose who have been unfortunate, or even shiftless upon everybody instead of upon some dutiful son or daughter who is not responsible for the condition. What is wrong in one instance may be right in another. Since WWII, rural and small towns in America began to pass into history.
Induced abortion is probably the oldest human birth control method known.
Religious and ethical opposition did not develop until some time later.