by Adelita Mendez | Jul 21, 2020
The circumstances surrounding “Julia’s” pregnancy were extremely difficult. If in the same situation, most women would choose to get an abortion right away. The odds were stacked against her in every way imaginable. Even before her pregnancy, Julia was scared,...
by Adelita Mendez | Jun 22, 2020
“Joy” didn’t want to abort her baby. After all, she was a Christian. She grew up in a pastor’s home. And she knew from a family member who had gone through an abortion that the regret and guilt that follows can be enough to destroy you. Joy’s conviction to choose life...
by Adelita Mendez | Feb 26, 2020
“Shelley” knew her little boy, “Sam,” would love to be a big brother. But the fear of disclosing an unplanned pregnancy to her family felt overwhelming. Shelley didn’t know how she was going to tell them she was divorced, much less pregnant. Her family’s strong...
by Adelita Mendez | Aug 19, 2019
“Lauren” was desperate. When she became homeless, she had to give her children to her family. Desperate for a source of income, Lauren turned to prostitution and stripping to survive. And then she got the news: she was pregnant! She thought, Pregnant? How can I be...
by Adelita Mendez | Aug 19, 2019
“Ali” was devastated. Her long-time boyfriend was going to prison for a very long time. She couldn’t believe it. Fear and panic overwhelmed her, and she sought comfort in the arms of a co-worker. A short time later, she discovered she was pregnant with his child....
