The Alisa Childers Podcast

#269 Christians and IVF: Is There an Ethical Way? with Katy Faust

Oct 6, 2024

Katy Faust, founder of Them Before Us, is a passionate advocate for children's rights in family dynamics. In a thought-provoking discussion, she unpacks the ethical implications of IVF and surrogacy, urging a child-first approach that prioritizes their welfare over adult desires. Katy delves into the moral complexities surrounding frozen embryos and the financial and emotional challenges of IVF. Listeners are encouraged to engage in thoughtful dialogue on these issues, reflecting on how Christian values can shape ethical decisions in reproduction.

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The podcast emphasizes prioritizing children's rights over adult desires in discussions about family, marriage, and reproductive technologies.

IVF raises ethical dilemmas regarding the treatment of embryos, particularly concerning their sanctity and the implications of their potential disposal.

Surrogacy is critiqued for separating a child from its biological and birth mothers, which can lead to significant emotional and identity struggles.

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Children's Rights Perspective

The conversation highlights the necessity of prioritizing children's rights over adult desires in all discussions related to family and marriage. This paradigm shift emphasizes that many societal issues, including surrogacy, adoption, and reproductive technologies, often cater to adults' needs while neglecting the potential harm to children involved. For instance, decisions within reproductive technologies can lead to loss or separation from a biological parent, which can affect a child's sense of identity and security. The foundational belief is that elevating children's welfare must be at the forefront of any family-related policies to ensure their emotional and physical well-being.

Intro

4min

Children First: Advocating for Family Dynamics

15min

Exploring Natural Law and Its Ethical Implications

5min

Natural Law and Ethical Dilemmas in IVF

9min

The Ethical Dilemmas of Frozen Embryos in IVF

3min

Ethics of IVF: A Christian Perspective

6min

Surrogacy: Ethical Dilemmas and Biblical Reflections

7min

Ethics and Emotions in IVF and Surrogacy

14min

Community Engagement and Fitness Promotion

2min

Katy Faust joins the podcast to talk about her “Them Before Us” movement, which prioritizes the rights and happiness of children over the rights and happiness of adults. We cover everything from same-sex marriage to surrogacy to the ethics of IVF. We also suggest redemptive ways Christians can think through issues surrounding IVF, whether they are thinking about it, or have already utilized it.

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