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    Pregnancy decisions should not solely rest on women. This study argues that fatherhood, like motherhood, should not be imposed, advocating for shared reproductive autonomy and responsibility.

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    • Societal norms often place the burden of parenthood exclusively on women, overlooking male involvement.

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    • To challenge the notion that pregnancy decisions are solely the woman's responsibility.
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    • To promote a more equitable and shared approach to reproductive choices and their consequences.

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