Plana Good Life

Is Plana pro-life or pro-choice? Does Plana have an agenda? These are questions people often ask, and in this episode we take some time to unpack them. In this discussion we also explore whether enough attention has been given to supporting women who find themselves facing an unplanned pregnancy. Looking at both the strengths and the struggles within the pro-life movement, we reflect on where meaningful support has worked well and where there may be enough room to grow.

Emery joins us as she opens up about her journey from an unplanned pregnancy and abortion to years of healing, infertility struggles, and the hope of building a family through adoption. Her story is honest and full of encouragement for any woman navigating life-changing choices. Listen to hear about her story of forgiveness and the power of support along the way.

Phoebe and Kylie sit down with Erin, who shares what it was really like navigating an unplanned pregnancy at just 15 years old. Raised in the church and grounded in faith, Erin opens up about the fear and shame she experienced, and how she found strength in the middle of it all. She reflects on choosing adoption, finding the right family, walking through an open adoption, and the healing that came from being surrounded by the right support. Raw and deeply hopeful, Erin’s story breaks the silence around adoption and offers a more honest picture of what knowledge of choices and support can look like when life doesn’t go as planned.

Tracy continues her adoption story by sharing what’s rarely discussed: the days, months, and years that follow placement. From the courtroom moment of relinquishment to the emotional and hormonal aftermath, Tracy reflects on grief, healing, and the long road of trusting the decision she made. She opens up about closed adoption, unanswered questions, reconnecting years later, and what support she wishes every birth mother had. This honest conversation sheds light on adoption not as a moment, but as a lifelong journey, and why it deserves a more informed, compassionate place in conversations around unplanned pregnancy.

In this episode of Plana Good Life, we introduce the heart behind our newly renamed podcast and sit down with Tracy, a birth mother who shares her powerful adoption story. Tracy opens up about navigating an unplanned pregnancy at 18, choosing adoption with intention and clarity, and what it’s been like to reconnect with her son years later. This conversation is honest and compassionate, offering perspective and hope for anyone wrestling with these big decisions surrounding unplanned pregnancy.

Phoebe Enteman, co-founder of Plana, shares a bold new approach to supporting women through unplanned pregnancies. Plana isn’t just about options, it’s about creating kinnections that transform lives. From safe options counseling and medical guidance to adoption support, workforce development, mentoring, and educational opportunities, Plana brings every resource a woman might need - right to her phone.  Whether you’re curious about adoption, mentorship, or innovative solutions for women experiencing unplanned pregnancies, this episode offers clarity and a fresh vision for transforming lives. Learn more at plana.org. 

Kylie and Phoebe are breaking down what makes Plana different. From simplifying the overwhelming journey of unplanned pregnancy to creating safe, empowering spaces for women, they share the brand promises that guide every step of Plana's work. Discover how Plana provides more choices, life-transforming opportunities, and a platform for women to support women. 

Can faith-based organizations support women without judgment? Phoebe and Kylie tackle the hard questions about the church, shame, and how support can go wrong. They break down Plana’s approach, which is no agendas, no manipulation, no political alignment - just real respect and trust for women navigating unplanned pregnancies. Get ready for an honest conversation about grace and showing up the right way.

This time around, Phoebe and Kylie dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in unplanned pregnancy support: can you be both pro-life and pro-choice? They unpack how Plana approaches this delicate balance - pro more choices, pro better life - creating a trusted, non-political space where women get unbiased, medically-informed support and real care. Join them for a candid conversation about values and showing up for women in their most pivotal moments.

In this first episode, Kylie Carlsen and Phoebe Entermann share their unplanned journey to Las Vegas and to the creation of Plana, a nonprofit redefining support for women facing unplanned pregnancies. They briefly dive into Plana’s mission to empower women, create kinnections, and transform lives, and how the organization provides real guidance and care for women navigating life-changing decisions.