
Protest in the Zócalo of Mexico City on September 28 demanding for the decriminalisation of abortion across the country. Credit: Balance A.C.
Almost two years ago, Ana* found out that she was pregnant. The now 26 year old suffers from lupus erythematosus and multiple sclerosis, both chronic diseases that affect her physical and mental health. “I could hardly look after myself, much less another baby,” she told me.