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Old 03-26-2004, 10:12 AM
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Is it? Many babies born as early as 25 weeks have a good chance of survival, but not all do. If they do survive, they will probably have a slew of medical problems. Does that mean that survivability is at 25 weeks? Shouldn't we also consider the quality of their lives after birth?
So now you are not just against calling it life, you also think that if you are not completely healthy when born as a premie your life is not worth being called a life/rescued? Just tell me if I misinterpreted your comment....

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If a woman smokes, would that be child endangerment?
Yes it is and the same goes for drinking and substance abuse. If a woman knowingly uses/abuses substances while pregnant knowing it will cause problems for the fetus then she deserves to get punished for it.
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