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The Longest Shortest Time: A Women’s Health Show for Everyone

The Longest Shortest Time: A Women’s Health Show for Everyone

Embracing Your Abortion Story

May 13, 2026 · 35m

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Renee Bracey Sherman and Regina Mahone proudly share their abortion stories, which led one of them to realize she wanted to be a mom and confirmed for the other that she didn’t. Plus: the problematic ways we talk about "readiness" for parenthood… and sex after abortion. … Recommendations from the archive • Listen to The Scarlet A, about one of the rare OBGYNs who provides abortions (and needed one herself) … More from Renee and Regina • Book: Liberating Abortion • Podcast: The A Files • Website: liberatingabortion.org … Get involved Renee and Regina say there’s a lot you can do to help improve abortion access in your community. Start by contacting your local clinic, abortion fund, or doula…