The Abortion Episode (Part Three): Reproductive Justice + the Facts on Abortion Procedures & Contraception | our interview with Dr. Ruth Habte

In this episode we have very special guest Dr. Ruth Habte joining us. She is an OB/GYN Resident out of University of British Columbia and Campaign Organizer for AccessBC. In this discussion Dr. Ruth defines reproductive justice and how prevalent it is in Canada's health care system. She highlights both sides of the conversation as the Right to Parent and the Right to Not Parent. It's shocking how many people are not allowed to make this choice for themselves. There are also several barriers to access for contraception and abortion.

Later in the episode Dr. Ruth takes us through different abortion procedures and the time frame an individual would need each one. She also gives us the facts on fetal development from 6 to 24 weeks. SPOILER: The fetus is not a fully formed human and would not be viable outside the womb (in case you thought otherwise...) Enjoy!

Although we are focusing on Canada's organizations we hope this episode will inspire you to research how you can support reproductive and human rights in your country. 

Resources

Dr. Ruth's Talk on Reproductive Justice & No-Cost Contraception

MyPostCare.ca

Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada

National Abortion Federation Canada

NAF Hotline - 1-800-772-9100

Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights

Action Hotline (Call) - 1-888-642-2725

Action Hotline (Text) - 1-613-800-6757

Choice Connect Abortion Referral

Women Help Women (Abortion Pill & Contraceptives)

Women on Web

Tia Health (Online Doctor Appointments)

Check out Joyce Arthur's Publications

Viewer Discretion Legislation Coalition (London, ON)

Norma Scarborough Fund

SisterSong

Cover ContraceptiON

AccessBC

Birth Control Access for Manitoba

Sex [M]ed

Our Commons

Open Parliament

Planned Parenthood - Toronto

DO NOT GOOGLE ABORTION CLINICS & AVOID CRISIS PREGNANCY CENTRES

Listen in now! 

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What we're drinking: Rachele - Peppermint Tea | Laura - Pu'reh Macchiato | Dr. Ruth - Tim Hortons Steeped Tea

Disclaimer: All views expressed on the show are based on personal opinions and experiences. Your opinions and experiences may differ. Always do your own research.