65 Days
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The article discusses the harrowing experiences of unmarried mothers in the UK who were compelled to give up their babies for adoption between 1949 and 1976, with over 250,000 cases. Supported by state and religious institutions, many women faced brutal treatment, including denial of pain relief during labor and the removal of their children shortly after birth. The documentary highlights systemic cruelty rooted in societal beliefs about morality, class, and gender, revealing long-lasting trauma for the women involved. Adoption laws changed after 1976, aiming to address these injustices, but the legacy of this systemic abuse remains a profound issue.
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