Stacey's Story

Until Stacey (fictitious name) arrived for her appointment at the Center, she had received no other support for her decision to give birth to her baby. Her boyfriend incorrectly told her “it isn’t really a baby yet” and threatened to leave her unless she had an abortion.

Knowing nothing about early pregnancy development, she had been sent by her doctor for an ultrasound elsewhere to seek assurance regarding the health of her pregnancy, but neither the ultrasound nurse nor the physician showed much interest in giving her the details about the tiny life she was carrying.

Feeling confused about the lack of support, Stacey started to fear giving up her relationship with her boyfriend, and she began to think about abortion.

Stacey searched for support programs for new mothers but found little help until she discovered Mother of Life Center. As she spoke to our counselors, she appreciated that we spent so much time explaining the indications of her pregnancy and the stages of development of the baby in her womb. She also learned ways she could address her relationships with her boyfriend and family.

“It’s nice to find people who care and listen.” 

She was willing to receive an ultrasound here at the Center, where she was excited about seeing her baby for the first time.

When the image of her 10-week-old yet-to-be-born child appeared on the sonogram screen, Stacey was genuinely surprised and exclaimed,

“That’s the most amazing thing I've ever seen!”

Stacey realized and decided abortion was no longer an option. With a clear picture of her growing child in hand, Stacey was guided to receive good health care and nutrition.