Reprinted with permission by The News & Observer of Raleigh As a high-risk obstetrician, I am privileged to walk alongside families on the best days of their lives and on the worst days too. This privilege comes with responsibility to speak up for my patients and colleagues. That is why I must speak out against the abortion bans N.C. legislators are now considering, some as early as six weeks. These laws will make it more dangerous to become a parent in our state.