Stories by Lynn Paltrow
Lynn Paltrow is executive director of National Advocates for Pregnant Women.
Posted on Mar 17, 2012, Source: AlterNet
In Alabama, the claim that eggs, embryos and fetuses have separate legal rights has led to the jailing of 60 women.
Posted on Apr 2, 2008, Source: AlterNet
Jeers about domestic chores are more than just sexism -- they could be opportunities to address domestic policies.
Posted on Sep 26, 2006, Source: Women's eNews
Pregnant women with drug or alcohol problems are getting jailed for child abuse. But they should be put in treatment programs, not behind bars.
Posted on Aug 8, 2006, Source: Women's Media Center
Why the anti-choice movement's latest bill, the 'Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act,' is incomplete.
Posted on Jul 18, 2006, Source: TomPaine.com
A proposed law would prevent pregnant women from smoking. Could a law requiring women to breastfeed be far behind?
Posted on Apr 22, 2004, Source: AlterNet
New laws deny women the right to bodily integrity and physical liberty while their fetuses are granted more rights than any legal person under law.
Posted on Apr 5, 2004, Source: TomPaine.com
The Unborn Victims of Violence Act poses the greatest danger not to women seeking abortions, but to pregnant women who want to have their babies.
Posted on Mar 21, 2004, Source: TomPaine.com
Courts and medical organizations have long recognized a patient's right to make healthcare decisions free from governmental intrusion. Why should pregnant women have fewer rights than other patients?
Posted on Apr 15, 2002, Source: AlterNet
The latest federal anti-drug ads run alongside spots for Zoloft and Taster's Choice during family movies. It's no wonder that children are confused about drugs.
