Mental health is inextricably connected to overall wellbeing. Reproductive freedom and body autonomy are not only basic human rights, but essential to emotional wellness.

When these rights are threatened, fear takes the lead in the decision-making process when determining whether or not to have a child; when to have a child; which birth control method to use; how many children to have; when to terminate a pregnancy for medical reasons or personal reasons.

Birthing people cannot pursue a meaningful and satisfying existence without access to options and the freedom to make decisions about their body in private with the support of their healthcare providers.