People16-Year-Old Got an Abortion in 1972—But 50 Years Later Calls Overturning of Roe ‘A Gift’ From GodSavePrintINSET: (STEFANI REYNOLDS/Getty Images); (Left image): (Courtesy of Christine Ballor); (Background): Oliver Douliery/AFP via Getty ImagesMichael WingEditor and Writer7/30/2022|Updated: 7/31/2022She was only 16, pregnant, and scared.It was 1972. That teen was Christie Ballor.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentMichael WingEditor and WriterMichael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.Author’s Selected ArticlesTotal Lunar Eclipse in March Will Be a Full ‘Blood Moon’—What You Need to KnowFeb 04, 2026Artist Paints Scenes of American Revolution, Civil War, and Cowboy Days—Here Are the PicturesJan 30, 2026Wildlife Artist Paints Tigers, Snow Leopards, and Other Big Cats in Amazing Detail—Here’s HowJan 23, 2026‘Ring of Fire’ Will Kick Off Eclipse Season as First Solar Eclipse of 2026Jan 21, 2026Related TopicsPlanned Parenthoodpro-lifeabortion