As technology advances, scientific processes also develop rapidly. With modern equipment in the reading of scientists these days, they are able to find solutions to problems that seemed impossible in the past. In the past, parents did not have the ability to choose the gender of their babies. Even the very idea of being in control of having a boy or a girl is instantly dismissed by a normal person as it is simply unimaginable.
With the advances in science, with the help of modern technology, scientists and doctors have created procedures that made it happen. There are now many couples, individuals, and parents-to-be who are very willing to undergo certain procedures or try some methods in order to conceive a child with their preferred gender. Sex selection processes have now become very popular as they present many benefits. However, on the other hand, it also has its own disadvantages.
Advantages of gender selection
Having the ability to choose the gender of your future child brings many benefits to people of certain cultures and traditions. It cannot be denied that there are many people who still believe that the male gender is more powerful in society compared to the female gender. Although people these days are more open-minded, there are still those who have that mindset. Some consider that men have more power in society. They are considered the head of the family and are preferred as leaders in various sectors of society.
Also, it might be an advantage to have a male child, as he may inherit clan property in the future. He is also the man who can carry the last name after marriage, which is considered a great advantage for most people today. Some couples now also have the opportunity to have children of different genders. Some prefer to have a girl and a boy rather than just girls or boys.
Cons of gender selection
The first big disadvantage is that the processes that doctors use to make sex selection possible have very high costs. To undergo these scientific procedures, one must be willing to spend a lot. You must have at least an above-average income to be able to undergo processes like In Vitro Fertilization or IVF, Pre-implantation, etc. Although many qualify for these procedures, not everyone has the finances to pay for them.
Another big disadvantage is that sex selection could cause an imbalance in society. There are even countries that prohibit it for this sole reason. Some groups also consider it immoral or unethical, and according to some studies, it could lead to neglect of the less preferred genre.
If you plan to choose sex selection methods, consider both the advantages and disadvantages that they can offer. Opinions on this aspect vary greatly, so it is important that you first understand all the aspects involved before making your final decision.
