gestation

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For example, humans are mammals, and the specifics of gestation and lactation require bodily differences that shape human physiologies, societies and experiences.

From Scientific American

The legislation would outlaw a slew of restrictions on abortion pre-viability, or about 24 weeks’ gestation, and permit post-viability abortions to “protect the life or health of the patient,” which typically includes mental health.

From Washington Times

Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis, who has yet to declare his candidacy but is widely expected to, signed a law this month to ban most abortions in Florida after six weeks of gestation.

From Reuters

At least 13 states have enacted abortion bans while North Dakota joins a number of other states to ban abortion after a certain period of gestation, ranging from six to 20 weeks.

From Reuters

He has backed a ban on abortion after 20 weeks of gestation, a position that divides Americans, opinion polls show.

From Reuters