Choice is not an issue that men should shy away from or quickly pass judgement upon. Men owe it to themselves to fully explore choice and how it directly affects them. With a degree in Women's Studies from the University of Michigan, he is well grounded in feminist theory. Through my courses in feminist theory and reproductive health, I learned that the best thing that you can do for a woman is to listen and provide options and information, which will empower and enable her to make the best decision for her own personal health. He feels that men who support the right to reproductive health options act as role models for other men, who often have not thought through all of the challenges of female reproduction.
Pregnancy can be a wonderful time in a woman's life, but sometimes things go wrong.
Every physician, male or female, who cares for women must take the initiative to learn about women's history, women's reproductive health from a feminist perspective, and to listen to women. A common thread that connected these men and their pro-choice convictions is their concern about the women in their lives. One said he joined MSFC, in part, because of his girlfriend. He asked to remain anonymous in order to protect her privacy. A few years ago, we 'messed up' and my girlfriend became pregnant.