This most recent Mother’s Day was especially meaningful for my family. My wonderful wife, Kaitlyn, is pregnant with our first child. The precious little life growing in her womb is the greatest blessing my wife and I have ever known. As we prepare to welcome our daughter into the world, we have found ourselves viewing life through an entirely new lens. Every ultrasound, every kick, and every passing week has reminded us of the miracle and beauty of human life.
At the same time, this season of joy has deepened my understanding of the tragedy of abortion. How heartbreaking is it that so many young couples have chosen to take the lives of their own children? Those who have experienced abortion firsthand understand the pain and regret that often follows better than anyone. Their stories should serve as a reminder to all of us in the pro-life movement that abortion harms not only innocent unborn children, but also the mothers and fathers who are left carrying emotional wounds for years afterward.
Tragically, many young couples today have been told countless times that children are the exact opposite of a blessing. The culture of death insists that a child is a burden, a barrier to success, or a problem to be solved. Career ambitions, financial goals, and personal convenience are often elevated above family and parenthood. For this reason, many people have come to view the precious young life in the womb not as a gift from God, but as an obstacle standing in the way of the life they want.
Motherhood itself has also been demeaned and belittled by influential voices in media, entertainment, and politics. Phrases like “she is just a mother” have become common insults directed at women who prioritize raising children over climbing the corporate ladder. Modern culture often celebrates wealth, status, and professional success while treating motherhood as though it is somehow lesser or unfulfilling.
But there is no such thing as “just a mother.”
The title of mother is perhaps the greatest title anyone could ever hope to hold. Mothers nurture life, shape the next generation, and pour endless love and sacrifice into their children. Long after worldly accomplishments fade away, the influence of a loving mother continues through her family for generations. There is no corporate office, political title, or public recognition that can compare to the eternal impact of motherhood.
As pro-life advocates, we fight every day to defend the lives of children in the womb because every child is created with dignity and purpose. The abortion industry, on the other hand, exists to rob young families of the blessing of parenthood while profiting from fear, confusion, and despair. Instead of encouraging mothers and fathers to embrace life, abortion advocates often encourage them to see their own child as disposable.
Our society is already beginning to experience the consequences of rejecting family and parenthood. Research has shown that nearly the entire Western world is now falling below replacement rate, meaning we simply are not having enough children to sustain future generations. Nations across the globe are facing declining birth rates, shrinking families, and growing loneliness. A culture that turns against children ultimately turns against its own future.
As my wife and I prepare to meet our daughter, I am more convinced than ever that children are not burdens, they are blessings. Life itself is a gift from God, and every child deserves to be welcomed, loved, and protected. The pro-life movement is ultimately about defending that truth and helping create a culture where every mother, father, and child can flourish.
With Mother’s Day fresh in our memories, this month’s newsletter highlights three articles each sharing a unique perspective on the importance of mothers, and by proxy choosing life. Each article is written by one of our fantastic Life Issues Institute contributors, and I know they will be a blessing and encouragement to you as they have been to me.
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