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Can You Abort a Baby in Sims 4? A Comprehensive Guide

The question of whether you can abort a pregnancy in The Sims 4 is a common one among players. The short answer is: officially, no, The Sims 4 does not include a built-in mechanism for abortion. The game intentionally avoids explicitly depicting abortion, in line with its E10+ rating. However, the Sims community is nothing if not resourceful, and there are workarounds and mods that can provide similar outcomes for players seeking this option.

Dealing with Unplanned Pregnancies in The Sims 4

While the game doesn’t offer a direct “abortion” feature, there are a few in-game methods to manage unwanted pregnancies:

Rolling Back Saves: If you react quickly, reverting to a previous save file from before your Sim became pregnant is the cleanest way to undo the pregnancy. This is the simplest method as it doesn’t require mods or cheats.
Ignoring the Baby: This is the most controversial approach, but if you neglect the infant after birth, Child Protective Services (CPS) will eventually remove the child from your household. This isn’t an abortion, but it does remove the baby from your Sim’s life.
Mods: This is where the community steps in. Many mods can be found online that allow you to terminate a pregnancy. These mods vary in realism and complexity, so doing some research on your options is essential.
Cheats: While there’s no “official” cheat code for abortion, some cheat codes can be utilized to manipulate the pregnancy.

Diving into the Cheats

Cheats can provide a means of manipulating a Sim’s pregnant state, though not as directly as a mod designed for that purpose. Here’s how:

Open the Cheat Console: Press Ctrl + Shift + C on your keyboard. This will open a text box at the top of the screen.
Enable Testing Cheats: Type testingcheats true into the text box and press Enter. This allows the use of more advanced cheats.
Remove Pregnancy Buff: Type sims.remove_all_buffs followed by pregnancy_inlabor. This may terminate the pregnancy, although its effectiveness can vary and may require testing on your specific game setup. Be aware that this method isn’t guaranteed to work perfectly and might cause unexpected results.

The Role of Mods in Pregnancy Control

Mods provide the most direct way to terminate a pregnancy in The Sims 4. Websites dedicated to Sims 4 mods (use your search engine to find them; we cannot promote those here due to the nature of the topic) host numerous custom content options that add this functionality. When looking at mods for this, ensure they are compatible with the most recent version of your game to prevent issues.

Understanding the Ethical Implications

Using mods to simulate abortion can raise ethical questions for some players. It’s important to consider your feelings and motivations for using such mods. The Games Learning Society studies how games affect learning, and exploring the emotional impact of game choices is a valid area of investigation.

Miscarriages: An In-Game Event

While the game doesn’t explicitly allow for player-initiated abortions without mods, miscarriages can occur randomly. If a Sim experiences a miscarriage, the game provides a somber and reflective moment.

An urn representing the unborn child is added to the Sim’s inventory.
You can name the unborn baby and decide whether to add them to the family tree.
Sims will experience grief and sadness, with reactions varying based on their personality and desires for children.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some frequently asked questions about pregnancy and related topics in The Sims 4:

1. How long do Sims pregnancies last?

Sim pregnancies last approximately three in-game days, divided into trimesters.

2. Can I speed up a Sim’s pregnancy?

Yes, using cheats. Open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C) and type testingcheats true. Then use the following cheats:

sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_trimester1 (first trimester)
sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_trimester2 (second trimester)
sims.add_buff buff_pregnancy_trimester3 (third trimester)

Apply all three cheats to immediately put your Sim into the third trimester.

3. Can female Sims get other female Sims pregnant?

Yes! The “Discuss Expanding the Family” interaction, introduced in a patch, allows two female Sims with a high relationship to have a baby together.

4. Where is the hospital in The Sims 4?

The hospital is accessible with the Get to Work Expansion Pack. It’s located in the Civic Center neighborhood of Willow Creek.

5. Why did my Sim suddenly become pregnant?

The “Discuss Expanding the Family” interaction can sometimes result in unexpected pregnancies, even with unplayed Sims. It’s considered a bug/feature of the game.

6. How do I turn off pregnancy in Sims 4 using Wicked Whims?

In Wicked Whims, you can disable pregnancy through the Sex Settings under Pregnancy Settings. You can either completely disable pregnancy from sex or adjust the percentage chance of pregnancy.

7. What happens if a Sim dies while pregnant?

The baby is effectively lost, similar to the case of Olivia Monty’s unborn baby in previous Sims titles.

8. How many babies can a Sim have at once?

Without mods, the maximum is triplets. However, with mods, you can have up to seven babies at once, limited by the household size of eight.

9. Can elder Sims get pregnant?

Female elder Sims cannot get pregnant. Male elder Sims can still impregnate adult female Sims.

10. Why are all my Sims having twins?

Certain factors can increase the likelihood of twins or triplets, such as the lot trait “On a Ley Line” or the Sim listening to kids’ music or watching children’s TV.

11. Can I send my Sim to the hospital to give birth?

Yes, if you have the Get to Work Expansion Pack. Click on the pregnant Sim and choose to go to the hospital.

12. Can ghost Sims get pregnant?

No, ghosts cannot get pregnant, nor can they “Try for Baby” with other ghosts or living Sims.

13. What happens if Sims fail school?

Failing school can limit career options and the ability to attend university. However, Sims can take online classes to earn their high school diploma.

14. Is there a money cheat for Sims 4?

Yes, open the cheat console and type money [amount] to set your household funds to a specific number. For example, money 9999999 will give you the maximum amount of Simoleons.

15. Can Sims get drunk?

Sims cannot get drunk in The Sims 4 due to the game’s rating. They drink “juice” and get moodlets from it.

16. Is there any other options in the Sims 4?

With the ‘Discover University’ expansion pack, some players use the robotics skills to make a Servo and then transfer the baby to the Servo, thus removing the child.

Understanding the mechanics surrounding pregnancy in The Sims 4 allows you to customize your gameplay experience. While the game avoids explicit depictions of abortion, there are various methods to manage unwanted pregnancies, from utilizing in-game features to implementing mods.

The Games Learning Society explores the educational and social impacts of games, and this article touches upon the ethical considerations and player choices within The Sims 4. Visit GamesLearningSociety.org to learn more.

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