The piece presents the dilemma that doctors and pregnant people across the nation are grappling with: where is the line for the “life of the mother?” Are doctors in states with abortion bans so acutely fearful of losing their livelihoods or prison time that they are postponing or altogether denying obstetric care that may include suggesting an abortion? The piece asks if those conversations were left at the door in Yeni’s case because of the legal nightmare it creates. From the article, one healthcare professional said, “One of the great challenges and rewarding features of obstetrics is that you have two patients...Your job is to get both through the pregnancy safely, but that’s not always possible. And it’s very frustrating to have your hands tied because the patient who you need to save is not the one that’s protected by law.” While organizations like The Center for Reproductive Rights bring the nuances to court, Republicans in states like Texas are digging in their heels to dismiss the existence of these situations. Playing politics, however, has not prevented severe illness and even death in their states, a reality they refuse to confront. | 
