Did anyone else see the news at the beginning of the month about the morning after pill being made free without prescription in Wales?
Honestly not sure where I stand on this. I appreciate that it makes birth control easier (and it's not my place to judge- some people don't feel ready to have kids), especially for young girls AND removes the awkward appointment with GP and he or she knowing what you got up to last night. I also understand that other parts of the UK are already (Zane Lowe style) 'on board' with this program and that the contraceptive pill is free if you go via a GP, but would be around £25 without a referral.
I am however, left wondering that surely if you weren't embarrassed enough to take part in your night of unbridled passion, you're mature enough to discuss the implications with a medical professional? My other worry is that you make it easier for irresponsible, unsafe sex because hey you can just pop to the local chemist on your way to school/work tomorrow. And hang on a minute, I thought we were in a recession?
Would love to hear your thoughts on the topic. But please keep your replies clean- this is a family blog =)
BBC Radio 4 shared their views on the decision: http://bbc.in/f0q82o
I suppose part of our Big Society plans will involve being active in sharing our thoughts on big social political issues such as these, so start helping out your society today by leaving a comment.
Wondering what to have for lunch,
Dani =) x
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