Across history, women’s bodies have been treated as fragile, dangerous, or in need of supervision. Keeping Up With the Uterus traces how these ideas evolve, from outdated medical theories to modern moral panics around vaccines, medication, and reproductive health.
This episode shows that widespread fears about women’s reproduction are rarely supported by evidence. Research consistently finds no scientific basis for claims linking routine medicines, vaccines, clothing, or physical activity to infertility or moral decline. Instead, studies on health misinformation show how false claims spread rapidly through social networks, shaping public opinion and influencing policy.
The episode also examines human-rights and medical research documenting the consequences of reproductive restrictions. This includes delayed or denied healthcare, criminalization of pregnancy loss, and increased health risks when access to care is limited.
By placing today’s debates alongside their historical roots, Unladylike reveals how “concern” for women’s health is repeatedly used to justify control rather than evidence-based care.
