Substance abuse is a very large topic, but it’s an important subject to discuss as it relates to young pregnant women, especially when you consider the statistics regarding substance abuse. We intend to create awareness for the challenges faced by pregnant girls and...
Understanding your Uniqueness Self-esteem is a complex issue. It’s a result of our early childhood experiences, the choices we make as we grow ourselves into adults, the effects of letting others choose for us if we don’t make choices, and how those choices shape our...
Women with unexpected live events have new challenges. While any new challenge you face may feel unsurmountable, you can have confidence when you find your inner compass, find your place in life, and feel good about who you are. At the bottom of this article are links...
Being a mom is awesome and with the right job, you can create financial independence for you and your child. In this article: Working as a single Mom, where do I begin?, we discussed the emotional impacts of motherhood and working, as well as practical tips to become...
The idea of working as a single mom raises more questions than answers. But take heart, community resources abound and there is more help around than you might think! Pregnancy may have surprised you, but parenting will amaze you. We want to help in any way we can. We...
Are you drowning in talks about fire trucks and cheerios? Have you forgotten what a normal adult conversation feels like? You are not alone. Just the other day, we had a young single mother walk through our door and was struggling with that exact same problem. She...
Chew on this! Teething is rough. Plain and simple. Every new parent has or will experience the struggle that is teething. When and how baby teeth show up is unique to every baby. Some babies are very sensitive teethers while others pop out tooth-after-tooth with...
If you have asked yourself “How do I know if I am abused? This doesn’t feel right to me. Am I crazy?” you are not alone. Domestic violence and abuse can happen to anyone and is no respecter of persons. Abuse happens to females and males of all ages; Abusers are people...
I believe for all of us reaching out, it is important to understand where people are coming from. Some of that will make us uncomfortable, we will not agree with some of it and some of it will make us thankful for the lives we have. A special thanks to Vancouver...
Back in the day, childbirth classes were almost mandatory. They were just a part of the process. Nowadays, with the vast space of the internet and so many pregnancy books available online and in the library, many women are opting out of taking the class all together....
So many women have to work right up until they give birth while others may only have to work a small portion of their pregnancy. Wherever you fit into in this range, if you are a working momma-to-be, you know how daunting it can seem. We constantly get asked questions...
If this is your first time pregnancy, your first doctor’s visit can seem a little overwhelming. You’ve learned the basics about pregnancy but what else should you know and expect? If you aren’t sure what to ask your doctor, then look no further. We’ve compiled a list...
Part of becoming a new parent can be blissful and full of joy but it also comes with a laundry list of 1,001 things that can make parenting a challenge. While we can manage a lot of these things, often times we find ourselves worrying about what we can’t do and this...
1...2...3… You’re pregnant! Whether this was perfectly planned or an unexpected pregnancy this can be a happy time! There’s a little bundle of joy on the way and.... Wait. You realize you can no longer eat your food food! So much of pregnancy is focused on what you...
In every first aid situation, there is a general list of things you should know and be prepared for in case of an emergency. First aid can be helpful in anything from bumps, scratches, bites, stings all the way to serious burns, broken bones, and head or spine...
The number of people with a driver’s license in the United States grew from around 167 million in 1990 to approximately 222 million in 2016. Currently, women account for some 51 percent of licensed drivers in the U.S.* This means that 68% of Americans drive daily....
Life can feel pretty hectic and stressful keeping up with money issues, dealing with challenging work situations, or facing difficult family conditions. Feeling “stressed out” might become a bad habit affecting your energy level, overall well being, and even...
During pregnancy your body went through a lot of changes to keep baby safe and healthy. Now that your baby is here, you will start to notice physical and emotional changes you may or may not have been expecting. In this article we will discuss some of the physical...
Phew! You did it! You actually gave birth to another human being! This should be one of the happiest times of your life. But as the days and weeks go on after your little bundle came into the world you can’t shake a new feeling that’s beginning to weigh you down....
Noticed any weight change? Aversion to smells? Hungry enough to eat a cow? You might be pregnant… A woman's body is constantly changing. From the time we start puberty straight through to menopause, our bodies are constantly in flux. Some may have clockwork periods...
Each year, more than a half-million U.S. girls in their teens find themselves with an unplanned teenage pregnancy. To help them through the life-changing and emotional decisions they’ll face, pregnant adolescents need straightforward information and...
If you are not sure you are pregnant or know you have an unplanned pregnancy, your emotions may be all over the place. Your mind is probably racing and you don’t know what to do. Maybe you can’t think straight and you wonder if you will be able to manage? That is...
An 18-year-old came in and tested positive. Her boyfriend was gone and she didn’t feel she could provide for herself and baby. She thought that abortion would be all she could do. The volunteer talked with her about adoption options and encouraged her to discuss her...
A college student came in for a pregnancy test. She said her boyfriend didn’t come with her because he was out of town. When the result was positive, she began to shake and cry. A staff member held her in her arms until she became calm. She lived with her mother and...
Recently, a young lady came in to our local Birthright. She was in her twenties and came for pregnancy testing. As she connected with our volunteer, she opened up and shared her life story. She was the first of her family to graduate from high school. She had moved...
Clients come to talk about life plans and all options regarding their unplanned pregnancies. Women who have chosen life come to discuss resources: maternity clothes, books and other items to prepare for baby. Many even return with their young babes to receive material...
Who can she talk to? Who will be calm and supportive? Who has sound advice? Who will be confidential? Birthright volunteers are the answer for our guests. Recently, we had the mother of a pregnant 16 year old come in. Her daughter was six months pregnant and in...
Birthright is here ...for every woman who comes to us for help. Whether she needs a pregnancy test or friendship and support lasting through the pregnancy and beyond, Birthright is here. Every woman is special and deserves to be treated with love and respect, as well...
When a woman comes to Birthright, she wants to do the right thing. It is devastating to know that many are told the right thing to do is to abort an unborn life, and by doing so giving up on herself and her baby. By coming to us, she is hoping to be thrown a...
Our society too often supports decisions made for instant gratification with little regard for long term effects on ourselves or others. At Birthright, however, we encourage our guests to take their time and reflect on the lifelong repercussions of their actions. We...