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  1. CW: Occasional Foul Language. Always Political.

    Learn about your contraception options & send this to a friend who may need to be aware.

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  2. 👶 When you and your partner can’t agree on how many children to have, it can be a difficult conversation.

    Pamela Madonsela — journalist, social media manager, and mom of two — reflects on her journey after a traumatic birth, sharing practical insights on communication, understanding each other’s reasons, finances, health, and when counselling can make a difference.

    👉 Click the link to read Pamela’s story and her advice: zurl.co/TuxJb

    #BabyYumYum #Parenting #FamilyPlanning

  3. Being raised by a single mother a story of hardship, or a story of strength?

    One of my #teachers always tells me, “You will be a strong man, just like your mother.” He knows the hardships and sacrifices she has made to help me become who I am today.

    Were you also raised by a single mother? Do we share the same experience?

    Feel free to reply or connect with me. Let’s share our stories, support each other, and keep fighting for a better future.💪

    #strengthside #hope2026 #familyPlanning #singlemothers #betterfuture

  4. Singapore has announced a package of childcare benefits to support families as the city-state grapples with a record-low birth rate and rising concerns over the cost and pressures of raising children. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/ #asiapacific #babies #demographics #singapore #families #southeastasia #familyplanning

  5. In-Laws Make Plans Without Consultation, Straining Family Dynamics

    📰 Original title: Carolyn Hax: How to stop in-laws from making everyone’s plans without asking?

    🤖 IA: It's clickbait ⚠️
    👥 Users: It's clickbait ⚠️

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    #opinion #inlaws #familyplanning #relationshipissues

  6. In-Laws Make Plans Without Consultation, Straining Family Dynamics

    📰 Original title: Carolyn Hax: How to stop in-laws from making everyone’s plans without asking?

    🤖 IA: It's clickbait ⚠️
    👥 Users: It's clickbait ⚠️

    View full AI summary en.killbait.com/in-laws-make-p

    #opinion #inlaws #familyplanning #relationshipissues

  7. Special Needs Trust – What It Is and Why You May Need One

    Special Needs Trust: Protecting the Future of Your Loved One

    Before making any legal or financial decisions, readers should consult a qualified estate planning attorney or financial advisor. The information below is for educational purposes.

    Planning for the future is one of the most important gifts you can give a loved one with a disability. A Special Needs Trust (SNT) is a legal tool designed to provide financial support while helping preserve eligibility for important government assistance programs such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid.

    Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, sibling, caregiver, or an individual with a disability, understanding how a Special Needs Trust works can help ensure long-term financial security and peace of mind.

    What Is a Special Needs Trust?

    A Special Needs Trust is a legal arrangement that holds money or property for the benefit of a person with a disability. The trust is managed by a trustee, who uses the funds to improve the beneficiary’s quality of life without directly giving them cash that could jeopardize eligibility for certain means-tested government benefits.

    The trust can pay for expenses that public benefits may not cover, including:

    – Medical and dental expenses
    – Specialized therapies
    – Education and training
    – Transportation
    – Housing-related expenses (with planning considerations)
    – Adaptive technology
    – Recreation and hobbies
    – Personal care services
    – Travel and vacations
    – Home modifications

    The goal is to supplement—not replace—government assistance.


    Why Is a Special Needs Trust Important?

    Many public assistance programs have strict income and asset limits. Receiving an inheritance, legal settlement, or financial gift outright could unintentionally make someone ineligible for benefits.

    A properly drafted Special Needs Trust helps:

    – Preserve eligibility for Medicaid and SSI
    – Protect inherited assets
    – Ensure funds are managed responsibly
    – Provide lifelong financial support
    – Give family members peace of mind
    – Create a structured plan for future care


    Types of Special Needs Trusts

    First-Party Special Needs Trust

    This type of trust is funded using the beneficiary’s own assets, such as:

    – Personal injury settlements
    – Inheritances received directly
    – Savings or other personal assets

    These trusts must meet specific legal requirements and often include Medicaid reimbursement provisions after the beneficiary’s death.

    Third-Party Special Needs Trust

    A third-party trust is funded by someone other than the beneficiary, such as parents, grandparents, or other family members.

    This is often used in estate planning because loved ones can leave money to the trust instead of directly to the individual with a disability.

    Pooled Trust

    A pooled trust combines assets from multiple beneficiaries while maintaining separate accounts for each person. These trusts are managed by nonprofit organizations and may be a practical option for families with smaller estates.

    Who Should Consider a Special Needs Trust?

    A Special Needs Trust may be beneficial if:

    – You have a child with a disability.
    – You care for an adult family member with special needs.
    – A loved one receives SSI or Medicaid.
    – You plan to leave an inheritance.
    – A family member is expected to receive a lawsuit settlement.
    – You want to ensure long-term financial management after you’re gone.

    What Can a Trustee Do?

    The trustee has a legal responsibility to manage the trust in the beneficiary’s best interest.

    Responsibilities include:

    – Managing investments
    – Paying approved expenses
    – Keeping financial records
    – Following trust instructions
    – Protecting government benefit eligibility
    – Coordinating with caregivers and professionals when appropriate

    Choosing the right trustee is one of the most important decisions when establishing a trust.

    Common Mistakes to Avoid

    Families sometimes unintentionally put benefits at risk by:

    – Leaving an inheritance directly to the beneficiary
    – Naming the individual as a direct life insurance beneficiary
    – Giving large cash gifts
    – Failing to update estate planning documents
    – Choosing an inexperienced trustee

    Working with an experienced estate planning attorney can help avoid these costly mistakes.

    When Should You Create a Special Needs Trust?

    Ideally, families should establish a Special Needs Trust as part of their overall estate plan before assets are transferred. Planning early gives families greater flexibility and ensures that financial resources will be available when needed.

    Final Thoughts

    A Special Needs Trust is more than just a legal document—it’s a long-term plan for protecting a loved one’s future. By preserving access to critical public benefits while providing additional financial support, these trusts can help individuals with disabilities enjoy greater independence, stability, and quality of life.

    If your family is planning an inheritance, managing a disability-related settlement, or simply preparing for the future, speaking with an experienced estate planning attorney can help determine whether a Special Needs Trust is the right solution for your situation.

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    #DisabilityPlanning #DisabilityResources #EstateAttorney #EstatePlanning #FamilyPlanning #FinancialPlanning #InheritancePlanning #MedicaidPlanning #News #SpecialNeeds #SpecialNeedsTrust #SSIBenefits #TrustFund
  8. In a country where same-sex marriage isn't recognized and the legal definition of a family is based on married couples, LGBTQ+ people hoping to start a family in Japan face high hurdles in accessing fertility care. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/ #japan #society #lgbtq #familyplanning #diet #children #parenthood

  9. Japan’s fertility system offers few safe paths for same-sex couples

    Undergoing infertility treatment is a challenging ordeal for anyone, but LGBTQ+ couples in Japan face a plethora of barriers, and some are ultimately deprived of the right to safely start a family. One pair who was able to overcome these obstacles is…
    #Japan #JP #JapanNews #children #diet #FAMILYPLANNING #LGBTQ #news #parenthood
    alojapan.com/1505017/japans-fe

  10. alojapan.com/1505017/japans-fe Japan’s fertility system offers few safe paths for same-sex couples #children #diet #FAMILYPLANNING #Japan #JapanNews #LGBTQ #news #parenthood Undergoing infertility treatment is a challenging ordeal for anyone, but LGBTQ+ couples in Japan face a plethora of barriers, and some are ultimately deprived of the right to safely start a family. One pair who was able to overcome these obstacles is Mary and Rei, a married couple in their 30s living i

  11. Despite surveys consistently showing high public support for recognizing same-sex marriage, Japan still does not offer same-sex couples the same legal rights and benefits granted to married couples. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/ #japan #society #lgbtq #samesexmarriage #familyplanning #children #japanesecourts #diet

  12. Attachment style may influence how many kids people have. Via @scientific_american #sociology #FamilyPlanning

    Attachment style may influence...

  13. Attachment style may influence how many kids people have. Via @scientific_american #sociology #FamilyPlanning

    Attachment style may influence...

  14. What happens when you and your partner no longer agree on how many children to have?

    Pamela Madonsela — journalist, social media manager and mom — shares her personal story and practical advice for couples who can't agree on how many children to have.

    Read more here: zurl.co/crk3x

    #BabyYumYum #Parenting #ParentingTips #FamilyPlanning #Relationships #Couples #Marriage #ParentingJourney #Motherhood #PamelaMadonsela

  15. Trying to understand your cycle or plan better? 🗓️✨
    Use BabyYumYum’s FREE Ovulation Calculator and Period Tracker to stay in tune with your body 💛
    Click here: zurl.co/BdpRW

    #BabyYumYum #BYY #OvulationCalculator #CycleTracking #WomenHealth #FertilityJourney #FamilyPlanning #HealthAndWellness

  16. Japan is making a push for preconception care, an initiative aimed at encouraging people to acquire knowledge on pregnancy and childbirth, as the country's birthrates continue to fall. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/ #japan #society #pregnancy #familyplanning #health

  17. As the "world's factory," the country is churning out everything except the people whom it will need to sustain its economic development and social stability over the long term. japantimes.co.jp/commentary/20 #commentary #worldnews #china #chineseeconomy #jobs #ccp #familyplanning #population

  18. I know what I’m getting for myself as a birthday present: A vasectomy! (It’s about time)
    #men #familyplanning

  19. Most people have over 100 online accounts, but families are often locked out after a death. This is a major change from the past when physical items were easier to pass on.

    #digitallegacy, #estateplanning, #onlinesecurity, #techadvice, #familyplanning
    newsletter.tf/how-to-save-digi

  20. …His senior role at #HHS places him in charge of offices responsible for #FamilyPlanning, #WomensHealth, #InfectiousDisease policy & the US #PublicHealth Service Commissioned Corps, the uniformed health service of >5,000 public health officers who work across the federal government & deploy during public health emergencies. As head of the Public Health Service, Christine also serves as a four-star admiral in charge of the uniformed service.

    😱

    #idiocracy #kakistocracy #science #medicine #Trump

  21. Senior care planning shouldn't wait for crisis. Start exploring options years early to access financial assistance, understand true costs, and choose the right fit for your loved one. #SeniorCare #FamilyPlanning

  22. McCann Reflects on Breastfeeding, Considers Future Offspring

    Ferne McCann says she feels 'broody' after stopping breastfeeding her daughter Finty. She previously spoke about mum-shaming.

    #FerneMcCann, #Breastfeeding, #Motherhood, #FamilyPlanning, #ExtendedBreastfeeding

    newsletter.tf/ferne-mccann-bro

  23. 250+ Rich Girl Baby Names That Sound Elegant and Expensive

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    If you are expecting a baby girl and dreaming about a name that sounds elegant, polished, and maybe just a little bit luxurious, rich girl baby names are having a serious moment right now.

    Lately, many parents are moving away from trendy or overly modern names and leaning back toward names that feel timeless and sophisticated. These are the kinds of names that sound like they belong at a charming boarding school, a historic estate, or a breezy summer house by the sea. Think of names that feel graceful, feminine, and effortlessly classic. The kind of name that grows beautifully with a child and still sounds refined when she is an adult.

    You might also notice that a lot of these names feel familiar in the best way. Some have appeared in beloved shows like Gossip Girl and The Summer I Turned Pretty, where characters have names that instantly sound stylish and memorable. Others come from European royal families, classic novels, or vintage naming traditions that have quietly stood the test of time.

    Another reason these names are becoming so popular is the rise of the “quiet luxury” aesthetic. Moms on Pinterest and Instagram are loving anything that feels timeless, romantic, and a little bit old-money inspired. Rich girl baby names fit perfectly into that mood. They often have beautiful meanings, soft sounds, and an elegant rhythm that makes them feel special without trying too hard.

    And if you are anything like me, once you start reading baby names you suddenly want to write down every single one you love. It is surprisingly easy to forget the good ones after scrolling through hundreds of lists. One thing many moms love doing is keeping a small baby name journal where they can jot down their favorites, test out middle name combinations, and circle the ones that keep coming back to mind. It turns the whole name-choosing process into a sweet little ritual. If that sounds like your kind of thing, I will link one of my favorite baby name journals below that is perfect for keeping track of ideas.

    So whether you love names that feel aristocratic, romantic, vintage, or simply elegant, this list is full of inspiration. I gathered 250+ rich girl baby names that sound polished, graceful, and just a little bit expensive — the kind of names that feel like they belong in a beautiful novel or whispered over melting ice cream cones on a warm summer evening.

    Let’s dive in and see which one might be the perfect name for your little girl.

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    Rich Girl Baby Names (A–Z)

    A

    Adelaide — German name meaning noble natured

    Adeline — French name meaning noble

    Agatha — Greek name meaning good and honorable

    Alexandra — Greek name meaning defender of mankind

    Allegra — Italian name meaning joyful

    Amalia — German name meaning hardworking

    Amelia — German name meaning industrious

    Anastasia — Greek name meaning resurrection

    Annabelle — French name meaning loving

    Antonia — Latin name meaning priceless

    Arabella — Latin name meaning yielding to prayer

    Araminta — English name meaning defender

    Arden — English name meaning great forest

    Ariana — Greek name meaning most holy

    Ariella — Hebrew name meaning lion of God

    Augusta — Latin name meaning magnificent

    Aurora — Latin name meaning dawn

    Aurelia — Latin name meaning the golden one

    Aveline — French name meaning hazelnut

    Athena — Greek name meaning goddess of wisdom

    B

    Beatrice — Latin name meaning she who brings happiness

    Belinda — Italian name meaning beautiful

    Benedetta — Italian name meaning blessed

    Bianca — Italian name meaning white or pure

    Blythe — English name meaning free spirit

    Blair — Scottish name meaning field or plain

    Bridget — Irish name meaning strength

    Brielle — French name meaning God is my strength

    Bronwyn — Welsh name meaning fair blessed

    C

    Camille — French name meaning young ceremonial attendant

    Caroline — French name meaning free woman

    Cassandra — Greek name meaning prophetess

    Catherine — Greek name meaning pure

    Cecilia — Latin name meaning blind

    Celeste — Latin name meaning heavenly

    Charlotte — French name meaning free woman

    Clarissa — Latin name meaning bright or clear

    Claudia — Latin name meaning lame

    Colette — French name meaning victory of the people

    Coraline — French name meaning little coral

    Cordelia — Latin name meaning heart

    Cosette — French name meaning little thing

    Cressida — Greek name meaning gold

    D

    Dahlia — Scandinavian name meaning valley flower

    Daphne — Greek name meaning laurel tree

    Delilah — Hebrew name meaning delicate

    Diana — Latin name meaning divine

    Dorothea — Greek name meaning gift of God

    Dulcinea — Spanish name meaning sweet

    E

    Eleanor — Greek name meaning bright shining one

    Eliza — Hebrew name meaning pledged to God

    Elizabeth — Hebrew name meaning God is my oath

    Elodie — French name meaning foreign riches

    Eloise — French name meaning healthy

    Emmeline — German name meaning peaceful home

    Emilia — Latin name meaning rival

    Estella — Latin name meaning star

    Evangeline — Greek name meaning bearer of good news

    Evelina — English name meaning desired child

    F

    Felicity — Latin name meaning happiness

    Flora — Latin name meaning flower

    Florence — Latin name meaning flourishing

    Francesca — Italian name meaning free

    Freya — Norse name meaning noble woman

    G

    Genevieve — French name meaning tribe woman

    Georgia — Greek name meaning farmer

    Georgiana — English name meaning farmer

    Giselle — German name meaning pledge

    Gwendolyn — Welsh name meaning blessed ring

    H

    Helena — Greek name meaning shining light

    Henrietta — German name meaning ruler of the home

    Holland — Dutch name meaning wooded land

    Honora — Latin name meaning honor

    I

    Imogen — Celtic name meaning maiden

    India — Greek name meaning river

    Ingrid — Scandinavian name meaning beautiful

    Isabella — Italian name meaning devoted to God

    Isadora — Greek name meaning gift of Isis

    Isla — Scottish name meaning island

    Ivana — Hebrew name meaning God is gracious

    J

    Jacqueline — French name meaning supplanter

    Josephine — French name meaning God will increase

    Juliana — Latin name meaning youthful

    Juliette — French name meaning youthful

    June — Latin name meaning young

    K

    Katherine — Greek name meaning pure

    Katarina — Greek name meaning pure

    Keira — Irish name meaning little dark one

    L

    Lavinia — Latin name meaning purity

    Laurel — Latin name meaning laurel tree

    Leonora — Greek name meaning light

    Letitia — Latin name meaning joy

    Liana — French name meaning to climb like a vine

    Lillian — English name meaning lily

    Lilliana — Latin name meaning lily

    Lily — English name meaning pure

    Lucia — Latin name meaning light

    Lucinda — Spanish name meaning light

    Luella — English name meaning famous warrior

    Lydia — Greek name meaning from Lydia

    M

    Madeleine — French name meaning woman from Magdala

    Magnolia — Latin name meaning flower

    Margaret — Greek name meaning pearl

    Marguerite — French name meaning pearl

    Marianne — French name meaning grace

    Marina — Latin name meaning from the sea

    Matilda — German name meaning battle mighty

    Maxine — Latin name meaning greatest

    Mirabelle — French name meaning wonderful

    Miranda — Latin name meaning admirable

    Monroe — Scottish name meaning river mouth

    N

    Natalia — Latin name meaning Christmas Day

    Natasha — Russian name meaning birthday of the Lord

    Nicolette — French name meaning victory of the people

    Noelle — French name meaning Christmas

    O

    Octavia — Latin name meaning eighth

    Odette — French name meaning wealth

    Olivia — Latin name meaning olive tree

    Ophelia — Greek name meaning help

    Ottilie — German name meaning prosperous

    P

    Paloma — Spanish name meaning dove

    Penelope — Greek name meaning weaver

    Philippa — Greek name meaning lover of horses

    Portia — Latin name meaning offering

    Priscilla — Latin name meaning ancient

    R

    Rafaela — Hebrew name meaning God has healed

    Regina — Latin name meaning queen

    Rosalind — Latin name meaning gentle horse

    Rosamund — German name meaning horse protector

    Rosalie — French name meaning rose

    Rosaline — French name meaning little rose

    S

    Sabine — Latin name meaning woman of the Sabine tribe

    Sabrina — Celtic name meaning river

    Saffron — Arabic name meaning yellow flower spice

    Seraphina — Hebrew name meaning fiery

    Serena — Latin name meaning calm and tranquil

    Sienna — Italian name meaning reddish brown

    Simone — Hebrew name meaning one who hears

    Sophia — Greek name meaning wisdom

    Stella — Latin name meaning star

    Sylvia — Latin name meaning forest

    Susannah — Hebrew name meaning lily

    T

    Tabitha — Aramaic name meaning gazelle

    Tatiana — Russian name meaning fairy queen

    Theodora — Greek name meaning gift of God

    Theresa — Greek name meaning harvester

    Tinsley — English name meaning Tynni’s meadow

    Taylor — English name meaning tailor

    V

    Valentina — Latin name meaning strong

    Valeria — Latin name meaning brave

    Vanessa — Greek name meaning butterfly

    Victoria — Latin name meaning victory

    Vivienne — French name meaning alive

    Vienna — Latin name meaning city of wine

    Viola — Latin name meaning violet flower

    Violetta — Italian name meaning little violet

    W

    Winifred — Welsh name meaning blessed peace

    Willow — English name meaning willow tree

    Whitney — English name meaning white island

    Z

    Zara — Arabic name meaning princess

    Zinnia — Latin name meaning flower

    Zoe — Greek name meaning life

    Zelda — German name meaning blessed

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  24. More than 60% of unmarried adults under the age of 30 in Japan do not want children, as they are concerned about economic burdens and career disruption, according to a recent survey. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/ #japan #society #surveys #pregnancy #familyplanning #children

  25. Сегодня семейная "сходка" затянулась на пару часов. Планы на год - это интересно. Но сложно. Тем не менее, основу накидали, в ближайшие недели конкретизируем (SMART же) и "погнали делать нашу жизнь лучше". Накидали максимум от каких-либо ремонтов и до увлечений. :)

    Конечно, будет что-то незапланированное. Год - слишком большой срок. Но костяк как отправная точка останется и, надеюсь, подводить итоги года будет не менее забавно, чем в этом году.

    За интересный 2026 год!

    #familyPlanning

  26. Um, so, make #FamilyPlanning and #Abortions illegal, force women to give birth, take away affordable health care, and then freeze #Childcare funds! As I've said before, #ProBirth is NOT #ProLife!

    ‘Scorched-Earth Attack’: Trump Admin Cuts Off Childcare Funds to All States

    commondreams.org/news/trump-fr

  27. There are countless reasons families have only one child—and they won't grow up to be selfish or spoiled. Via @sciencex.physorg #Parenting #FamilyPlanning

    There are countless reasons fa...

  28. An age-old superstition that has reliably caused Japan’s birth rates to plummet will return in 2026. But modern advancements and a lack of awareness may spare newborn baby girls the “hinoe uma” stigma this time around. japantimes.co.jp/life/2025/12/ #life #lifestyle #depopulation #parenthood #familyplanning

  29. What is polygenic embryo screening in IVF and does it work? Via @guardian #FamilyPlanning

    What is polygenic embryo scree...

  30. #Maine #FamilyPlanning will close its primary care practice at end of October

    #MainePublic | By Patty Wight
    Published October 1, 2025

    "Maine Family Planning says it cannot sustain its primary care practice beyond this month.

    "The nonprofit says it faced an impossible decision after losing $2 million in #Medicaid funding under a new federal law. That means 800 patients in #Aroostook and #Hancock counties will now need to find new primary care providers.

    "The law bans health providers who also offer #abortions from being reimbursed by Medicaid.

    “ 'The cruel and dangerous law has put us in an impossible situation,' President and CEO George Hill said in a written statement. 'Discharging and turning away vulnerable patients strikes at the very heart of MFP’s reputation as a trusted community provider that has been able to serve patients of any means for more than 50 years.'

    "As a result, #MaineFamilyPlanning says they've been providing primary care to Medicaid patients in #EllsworthME, #HoultonME, and #PresqueIsleME free of charge since July."

    Read more / Listen:
    mainepublic.org/health/2025-10

    #WomensHealth #FamilyPlanning #FundingCuts #MedicaidCuts #ProBirth #KillThePoor #TrumpSucks #USPol #MainePol

  31. Please copy and paste into the forms on the websites of your members of Congress and share with friends.

    Dear Senator / Representative -

    I want you to get Title X funding for low cost family planning restored immediately.

    Last week almost everyone who worked for the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Population Affairs was emailed a reduction-in-force notice. The Title X program, in place for more than 50 years, had already been targeted for elimination under the administration's 2026 budget proposal, but this Republican Administration decided to end the $300 million family planning program without notice last week.

    For the cost of one of DHS's new jets, millions of women who depend on this Title X program for affordable birth control could have peace of mind, ensuring that every child is a planned for and wanted child.

    Please use the power of your office to get this program restored. It is vital to the health and safety of women across the county.

    #Resist #ResistOfTheDay #FamilyPlanning #BirthControl

  32. Global birth rates are declining, raising concerns about the impact on society, particularly women, as it exacerbates isolation while creating a need for structural and cultural changes to support motherhood. japantimes.co.jp/commentary/20 #commentary #worldnews #familyplanning #parenthood #children #women039sissues #marriage #aging

  33. 📕 New paper by CPC-CG's Vincent Ramos 👇

    Examines #childbearing decisions in societies experiencing declining #birthrates - how might worries about #caring for #ageing parents and job insecurity affect expectations around starting a #family?
    link.springer.com/article/10.1

    #demography #socialsciences #fertility #familyplanning #experimentalsurvey #Germany #surveydata

  34. BTW, you should know that the $377 million U.S. cut to UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund, the global org’s women’s reproductive care agency) funding this year is COSTING LIVES.
    Women and girls across the globe — including pregnant women, mothers, and young girls — face higher risks of maternal death and unintended pregnancy while childbirth care is disrupted, contraception becomes scarce, and services for survivors of violence shrink. Adolescent girls are robbed of education, forced into child marriages, and brutalized by female genital mutilation.
    In regions impacted by conflict, climate emergencies, and humanitarian disasters, UNFPA-supported clinics are being forced to close or reduce safe deliveries and emergency obstetric care. #TrumpAdministration #RepublicansDidThis #RepublicansOwnThis #women #girls #OBGYN #UNFPA #FamilyPlanning

  35. #Texas lawmakers pass bill allowing private citizens to sue abortion pill distributors

    The TX legislature on Wednesday passed a bill enabling private citizens to sue anyone who mails or distributes #AbortionMedication to or from TX, fortifying the state's existing ban on the medical procedure.

    #HB7 now heads to the desk of Republican Gov #GregAbbott, who is expected to sign….

    #law #ReproductiveRights #HandmaidsTale #AbortionIsHealthcare #FamilyPlanning #MaleSupremacy
    reuters.com/business/healthcar

  36. 🗞️🗞️ Also on the Office for National Statistics #fertility release, CPC-CG member Dr Bernice Kuang discussed her research in The Guardian, which has found that young people are reluctant to start #families “when there is #economic uncertainty and apprehension about the future”.

    theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/a

    #socialscience #population #fallingbirthrates #demography #family #familyplanning #economics #youngpeople #childcare #housing

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