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Choosing Life After a Shattering Prenatal Diagnosis

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A single sentence from a doctor can turn a joyful ultrasound into a spiral of fear, and for many families the next sentence is even worse: abortion is presented as the “option.” Why does modern healthcare so often fast-track abortion after a prenatal diagnosis? How does disability-selective abortion echo eugenics in practice?

This week we talk with Wayne Topp about getting devastating prenatal news twice and how our families can respond when fear and pressure hit at the same time. We unpack why abortion is often presented as the default after a diagnosis and why human dignity cannot depend on health, ability, or prognosis.

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Giving Many Parents Reasons for Hope

Sadly, we are living in a time that when medical complications with an unborn baby arise, abortion is frequently the answer.

But it doesn’t have to be.

Advancements in prenatal surgery have yielded breathtaking results.

This is especially important to pro-life advocates because the option of effective surgical (and other) intervention during pregnancy can empower mothers and fathers to say no to abortion and yes to life.

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5 Things New Down Syndrome Parents Need to Hear

By Cassy Fiano, Live Action News

The day I was told that my unborn son had Down syndrome was the day my entire world changed. In some ways, it was shattered. Everything I thought I knew about what I could expect from my life, my ideas about the kind of mother I was and could be, the hopes and dreams I had for my children…with one phone call, they were all erased. I was a mess, crying on the phone to my mom and my best friend, trying to understand why this had happened, or how, and what I was supposed to do now

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Protection on the Legal Horizon

The pro-life movement experienced a major victory for unborn babies and their mothers.

This week the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Ohio’s legislation that prohibits discriminatory abortions.

It’s a major victory because of the circumstances surrounding the Court’s decision.

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God’s Perfect Timing

In our line of work God’s perfect timing becomes evident in many ways.

This year’s Sanctity of Life half-hour radio special, Say ‘yes’ To LIFE! alerts parents to the grim reality that many doctors and medical professionals push abortion – often in aggressive ways – at the first sign of a challenge with the pregnancy.

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Guest

Wayne Topp is a husband and father of 8 children. He is a graduate of Xavier University and has worked for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati’s Pastoral Center in various roles since 2007, and is currently a Development Officer in the Stewardship Department. He is passionate about vocational discernment and loves helping individuals discover their unique mission in God’s kingdom. He loves spending time outdoors with his family, running, and playing and listening to music. 

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