Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat

Nurse Lauren is back on the podcast to discuss the abortion pill. The abortion pill is widely available online, so it's crucial to understand the impact of the drugs before taking them. Tune in to hear what the abortion pill does, what to expect if you're considering taking it, and an RN's advice for women considering the abortion pill.    1:03 - Why is the abortion pill the most common type of abortion? 4:46 - What does the abortion pill do? 12:23 - What Lauren is Hearing from Women Who Have Taken the Abortion Pill 17:27 - If I'm planning to take the abortion pill, what should I expect?  18:50 - Warning Signs to Seek Emergency Medical Help 19:40 - Other Types of Abortion 29:16 - Lauren's Advice for Women Considering the Abortion Pill

This month we have Halle Brickhouse on the podcast. Halle is a mom to one year old and a nursing student. Tune in for all things pregnancy and parenting in college. From prenatal appointments to childcare to pumping, Halle has navigated through all of these things with so much grace while in school. You'll be encouraged and informed through her experience as a student mom. Disclaimer: Funding to the ACCESS program for childcare was cut after this video was filmed. We encourage you to look into childcare resources to see what's available in your area! 00:42 - Halle's Introduction 1:25 - Halle's Story 2:50 - Finding Out She was Pregnant 5:40 - Getting Connected to Resources 6:14 - Nerves about Continuing School while Pregnant and Parenting 8:03 - Halle's Lived Experience of Being in School while Pregnant, Postpartum, and Parenting 12:52 - Balancing Parenting and School 17:04 - Pumping for One Year 20:12 - What Keeps Halle Going When It's Hard 23:44 - Halle's Advice for Moms Going Through the Same Thing   Resources Mentioned: Pregnancy on the College Campus - https://youtu.be/iAx5QOGeBmE?si=XumFNRKKYz2pzINw   About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat: Meet the podcast for women who are unexpectedly pregnant and want the real stuff about pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. We cut through the noise to give you credible information from guest experts on topics like: Unplanned pregnancy Abortion procedures Parenting resources First-hand testimonials from parents Let's talk about what's next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. New episodes the first Wednesday of the month.  

This month on  Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat, join host Chloe Belk and author Leah Outten as she shares her story of open adoption from the birth mother's point of view. Leah is the author of The Sixteenth Year, a birth mother in a fully open adoption, and a mother of five whom she parents with her husband. She is a speaker and passionate advocate in the adoption community. Leah shares her story as God guided her through it, from finding out she was pregnant as a teen, to making an adoption plan, to her relationship with her daughter over twenty years later. Listen in as Leah shares the beauty and difficulties in her journey and resources to support birth mothers. 00:32: Leah's Introduction 1:47: Emotions She Felt as She Found Out She Was Pregnant 3:44: Her Decision to Place for Open Adoption 8:45: Did she face any pressure in her decision-making process? 11:00: "Leah Shower" 15:16: "Soda Bottle" Analogy for Grief 17:08: How Her Community Made her Feel Supported 19:10: What beauty and difficulty has come as a result of her open adoption? 23:59: How She Hoped for the Best with Her Relationship with Her Daughter and Protected Her Heart 27:14: Would you recommend writing a letter to your child during your pregnancy? 29:45: Resources for Adoption 33:18: Leah's "Why" for Serving in the Adoption Community Resources mentioned:  Get Leah's book, The Sixteenth Year: https://www.amazon.com/Sixteenth-Year-Open-Adoption-Memoir/dp/1645900509 The Ampersand Initiative: https://www.theampersandinitiative.com/ Leah's devotional for birth moms, Flourishing Hope: Birth Mom Edition: A Devotional for Birth Moms Growing in Unexpected Places: https://amzn.to/4rfXzKu Leah's devotional for women facing unplanned pregnancies, Flourishing Hope: A 30-Day Devotional for Pregnant Women in Unexpected Places: https://amzn.to/3LW0doL  

Holly Chandler is on staff at The Pregnancy Network and a great friend of Chloe, host of Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Join Holly and Chloe as they discuss their breastfeeding journeys, the difficulties they faced, and how to process your breastfeeding journey not going as planned. 00:42: Holly's Introduction 1:27: Holly's Journey with Breastfeeding Both of Her Kids 20:32: Emotions Surrounding Breastfeeding Struggles 23:43: Misconceptions About Breastfeeding and Formula Feeding 29:28: Holly's Advice for the Breastfeeding Mom Who is Struggling 31:30: How Holly's Experience Impacts Her Encouragement for Other Moms 33:28: Holly's "Why" for Serving at The Pregnancy Network   Make an Appointment for Lactation Services at The Pregnancy Network: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuENvdJR9CwpbMGH2yGwL1cBEbMiV5BLJDX3CiNMDFFhm1Kw/viewform   Additional Resources Mentioned: How to Overcome Formula Feeding Guilt Article: - https://www.momwell.com/blog/overcoming-formula-feeding-guilt The Formula Mom Instagram Page -  https://www.instagram.com/theformulamom/?hl=en  

Amanda Somers joins host Chloe Belk to discuss the ins and outs of newborn care. Amanda is a faithful volunteer at The Pregnancy Network for our Pregnancy 101 class. Tune in as she tackles topics like must-have baby items, infant illness, car seat safety, and more. In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you. 0:30: Amanda's Introduction 1:35: How to Prepare Before Baby Comes 4:08: Must-Have Baby Items 6:53 Need-to-Know Information about Newborns 10:52: Signs to Watch for When Baby Gets Sick 14:51: Burns, Water Safety, and Falls 19:15: Car Seat Safety 21:51: Amanda's Why   Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician Site: https://www.safeguilford.com/

Join host Chloe for a solo episode all about the positive "just wait" experiences of motherhood. It's no secret that new moms get a lot of unsolicited advice, and unfortunately, a lot of it leans negatively. We want to change that. Tune in as Chloe lists and explains some of the best experiences you have to look forward to on your motherhood journey, from one mom to another. Resources Mentioned: Labor and Delivery, Breastfeeding, and More | S1E5: Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat  https://youtu.be/qCEVA1bHKXM?si=gIRHfa5R8M1FWgNr Preparing For Your Hospital Birth | S2E4: Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat  https://youtu.be/1uXculwB98U?si=XuiNe6_shHcTy80w  

Lauren Myers is a NICU nurse and staff nurse at The Pregnancy Network. A Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat veteran, she joins host Chloe Belk to share her story with pregnancy and postpartum mental health. Tune in as she shares her experience with prenatal OCD, seeking healing through counseling and medication, encouragement for parents with babies in the NICU, and more. 00:30: Lauren's Introduction and Trigger Warning 1:22: What Lauren was Experiencing that Led to Her Diagnosis 11:57: A Note on the Postpartum Mental Health Screening 14:31: Lauren's Process in Seeking Help 22:38: How Long it Took for Lauren to Start Feeling Better 24:28: A Quick Tip to Prepare for Postpartum 25:49: Symptoms of Postpartum Depression vs. Baby Blues 28:47: Lauren's Advice for Someone Struggling During Pregnancy or Postpartum 31:01: Lauren's Wisdom for NICU Parents 35:56: Closing Thoughts on Mental Health 36:45: Lauren's "Why"  

Kyndle Connell joins host Chloe Belk to discuss "What to Expect When You're Postpartum". Kyndle is a mother-baby nurse and a faithful volunteer at The Pregnancy Network.  Tune in as she tackles topics like what to expect directly after giving birth, what the hospital provides for postpartum recovery, common misconceptions about postpartum, underutilized resources, and more. 00:41: Kyndle's Introduction 1:08: How Kyndle Got into Mother-Baby Nursing 2:17: Her Favorite Part of Her Job 3:36: What Happens Right After Birth 6:22: How Long You Can Expect to Be in The Hospital After Delivery 8:27: What The Hospital Provides for Postpartum Recovery 10:21: Misconceptions about Postpartum Recovery 15:46: How Her Work as a Nurse Impacts Her Work at The Pregnancy Network 19:48: Kyndle's Advice for Women Who are Scared to Give Birth 23:06: Underutilized Resources for Postpartum Women 24:12: Kyndle's "Why" Resources Mentioned: WIC Episode: https://youtu.be/62hazv43izo?si=wRZBG638Bo-2OaWj  

Sarah Dove is the Executive Director of Arms of Grace Pregnancy Resource Center in Burlington. She shares her inspiring story of finding healing after experiencing unplanned pregnancies and abortion. Her recovery journey set her on a path to serve others and make an impact through volunteering, and later found a new pregnancy resource center she now leads in Burlington, NC.  Sarah encourages that God can redeem in beautiful ways: "You may think you're fine. You can be fine, or you can be out of this world amazing. God's abundance is for all of us." In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you. 00:00 Podcast Begins 2:20: When Sarah first shared her story publicly 2:55 Sarah shares her story and the circumstances that led to her unplanned pregnancies 5:33: "'No one can know' - that's the overwhelming voice that I heard."  8:45: Encouragement from her partner, "It's okay we can do this." 10:05: First encouragment to start a pregnancy resource center 10:30: Began volunteering at The Pregnancy Network and began attending recovery program 11:30: Encouragement that if the Holy Spirit guides you to share your story, pray into that 12:15 - Recovery experience "Catapulted me into even understanding that I had a testimony. 12:49 - Forgiving herself 14:04 - What her healing journey looked like; "healing kickstarted with abortion recovery." 15:16 - Sharing her story with her mom, "God is a God of redemption, and he will be in every detail of that redemption." 16:31: "Now you're free." 18:13: "My volunteer journey was my healing journey." 19:39: Sidewalk advocacy  21:10 "Healing doesn't end, it just keeps going." 21:52 - Process of opening new pregnancy resource center in Burlington, NC 26:49 - If you have experienced abortion, there is help. 27:45 - "Life brings upon life…you will find freedom and life." 28:35 - "You may think you're fine. You can be fine, or you can be out of this world amazing. God's abundance is for all of us."  

In this episode of Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat, we're diving into the essential do's and don'ts of pregnancy to help you navigate this exciting journey with confidence. We'll break down important steps like taking prenatal vitamins, eating protein-rich meals, staying active, and getting enough rest, as well as the importance of finding the right prenatal care. We'll also cover key things to avoid, such as alcohol, raw meats, and excessive caffeine, to ensure both you and your baby stay healthy. Tune in for practical tips and expert advice on how to have a safe and successful pregnancy!

We spoke with registered nurse and lactation consultant, MaryAnn, about breastfeeding. Did you know breastfeeding provides a long list of benefits for both mom and baby? Just a few benefits for babies are:  Reduced chance of childhood obesity Reduces risk of childhood cancer Building a healthy immune system For mom: Reduces the risk of uterine and breast cancers Helps mom get back to her pre-pregnancy weight more quickly Protects against heart disease    About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat  Meet the podcast that's here to equip you for what's next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don't know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.

The Her Story Project offers a place of inclusion and solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. Sometimes when we go through tough times in our lives, it's easy to feel isolated. The Her Story Project is one avenue to remind women that they are not alone.  Kari came to The Pregnancy Network unsure about her future and her next steps, but found, "Hope for me, for the future, for my son, for myself and for my daughter." Kari found hope knowing that she wasn't alone. We hope that hearing her story gives you some encouragement that you too, have the power to walk fearlessly through an unplanned pregnancy.  No matter what you've been through, we want to hear and share your story. By sharing your story with others, you can help empower women to face their unplanned pregnancies without fear and grow toward healing. Sharing your story could help another woman facing the same season feel seen and understood.  If you're interested in sharing your story, click here to fill out a submission form.

Lauren Myers is a licensed registered nurse on staff at The Pregnancy Network and has experience specializing as a NICU nurse. She joins host Emily Greene to share her expertise, encouragement, and what women need to know about navigating the first trimester of pregnancy. In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you. 00:00: Podcast Starts 00:33: Lauren's Intro 03:50: When is the First Trimester 04:25: Baby's Growth and Why The First Trimester is So Critical  06:44: What is the Earliest I Can Get an Ultrasound 08:36: First Trimester Challenges and How Long They Last 09:22: Relief for Naseau and Morning Sickness 10:02: What Causes First Trimester Symptoms 11:20: Benefits of Prenatal Vitamins and When to Take Them 15:02: What to Do if You Don't Have Health Insurance, Qualifying for Medicaid 16:04: When to Schedule Your First Prenatal Appointment  16:51: Adopt-A-Mom, Resources in the Triad for Prenatal Care 17:38: Importance of Prenatal Care 19:45: Announcing Your Pregnancy  22:03: Lauren's 'Why' For Serving  About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat  Meet the podcast that's here to equip you for what's next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don't know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.

The Her Story Project is a safe space to share stories and create solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. At The Pregnancy Network, one of the most common things we hear from women is that they feel alone. But nearly half of all pregnancies are unplanned—that means no woman walking this path is truly alone. You may have chosen to parent, had an abortion, made an adoption plan, or suffered a miscarriage. No matter what you've been through, we want to hear and share your story. By sharing your story with others, you can help empower women to face their unplanned pregnancies without fear, or grow toward healing. In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you.   0:10 - What is the Her Story Project?   0:20 - You're Not Alone   0:32 - We Want To Hear and Share Your Story   0:47 - Ariel's Story   1:36 - Making the Decision to Parent   2:05 - Judgement Free Zone    2:59 - Telemedicine Appointments Available   About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat Meet the podcast that's here to equip you for what's next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don't know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.  Visit Here for More Episodes Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat is available across streaming platforms on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube.  

Hannah Booker is a staff Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She's been with us for four years and previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Preparing for Your Hospital Birth.  Hannah's compassion for women and desire to serve translates into her passion for nursing. With her experience working in labor and delivery, she provides an invaluable perspective to the women we serve on equipping themselves for their hospital births. Discover Hannah's insights on what to bring in your hospital bag, when to go to the hospital, and how to communicate your birth plan to your provider by listening to Hannah's episode below. In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you. 1:33: What Should You Pack & What You Shouldn't 5:14: Breast Milk Pump; To Bring Or Not To Bring 7:33: Heading To The Hospital 9:16: Must-Know Hospital Pre-Registration Info 11:33: Sharing Your Birth Plan 14:40 Resources Available To  You 17:30:  Valuable Encouragement About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat Meet the podcast that's here to equip you for what's next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don't know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices

Olivia Charnetzky is the Case Manager and Client Services Coordinator at The Pregnancy Network. She's been with us for two years and recently piloted our case management services. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Navigating Community Resource Together. Olivia's passion for serving women translates into providing practical resources and support. She's an expert on community and national resources available to empower you in your situation, whether that be an unplanned pregnancy or something else. In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you. 1:03 - Olivia's Education and Background 4:04 - The Pregnancy Network's Case Management Services 5:30 - The Most Common Challenges Women Face 8:00 - National Resources for Women 9:09 - One Actionable Step You Can Take 11:54 - Success Stories at The Pregnancy Network 13:43 - Olivia's Why and Most Rewarding Moments Resources Mentioned: Her PLAN - https://herplan.org/ Wheels 4 Hope - https://wheels4hope.org/ My Sister Susan's House - https://www.youthfocus.org/maternity-housing/ Room At The Inn - https://www.roominn.org/

Leslie Wright first came to The Pregnancy Network during her pregnancy. Today she serves as a volunteer, teaching our free classes. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Becoming Empowered in Your Parenting. Because she's been on both sides of our services, she has a unique and invaluable perspective on what it means to be empowered for your pregnancy and parenting journey. In a hurry? Skip to the section that's most relevant to you. 0:55 - Leslie's Story 2:02 - What Was the Decision to Parent Like for You? 4:46 - Parenting from a Christian Perspective  7:33 - Leslie's Advice for Parents who are Intimidated to Take on Parenting 10:45 - The Most Rewarding Parts of Parenting 13:41 - What Leslie Would Share With Someone Who's Unexpectedly Pregnant 16:50 - Where Leslie is at in Her Parenting Journey 18:54 - Leslie's Why for Volunteering at The Pregnancy Network

Beth Appiah joins host Chloe Belk to discuss "Fertility Awareness Methods".  Beth is a Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She is currently working on her Family Nurse Practitioner degree and hopes to specialize in Women's Health. Whether you're curious about different methods of birth control or you're hoping to grow your family, fertility awareness is a powerful tool to help you know your body and plan your family.  0:27 - Beth's Introduction 1:10 - What is fertility awareness? 1:46 - The Phases of a Woman's Cycle 5:03 - Common Symptoms During Each Phase 9:00 - Misconceptions on Fertility Awareness 12:03  - Types of Fertility Awareness Methods 18:21 - How effective are fertility awareness methods? 19:49 - Can fertility awareness methods be used in conjunction with other methods of birth control? 23:12 - How Fertility Awareness Methods Empower Women 27:05 - Where to Start With Fertility Awareness Methods 30:31 - Beth's Why for Empowering Women With Fertility Awareness  

Catherine Riley joins host Chloe Boyle to discuss "Pregnancy on the College Campus". Catherine is the lead author of Title IX and the Protection of Pregnant and Parenting College Students, is a former Part-Time Assistant Professor at Wake Forest University, and is the owner and consultant of Supportive Spaces Consulting, LLC.  Whether we realize it or not, pregnancy happens on every college campus, and you may be listening because you're pregnant in college. Listen as Catherine discusses resources available to empower you to thrive in your pregnancy and collegiate career. 0:31 - Catherine's Introduction   2:12 - What would you say to someone pregnant in college?   3:18 - How common is pregnancy in college?   5:05 - Resources Title IX Affords Students   7:48 - How Universities Implement Title IX   10:03 - Who to Go to for Support on Campus   12:51 - Where else can students go for support in their college towns?   17:12 - What inspired you to write Title IX and the Protection of Pregnant and Parenting College Students?   19:41 - What is helpful for women to know about their bodies and fertility?   26:55 - How can colleges create supportive spaces for women and men who are pregnant and parenting? How can students advocate for themselves and one another?   34:27- Catherine's Why for Serving People   Pick up a copy of Title IX and the Protection of Pregnant and Parenting College Students, or petition your local library to pick up a copy. https://www.routledge.com/Title-IX-and-the-Protection-of-Pregnant-and-Parenting-College-Students/Riley-Hutchinson-Dix/p/book/9780367758240?gclid=CjwKCAiAvJarBhA1EiwAGgZl0LsmkcZQ5djrwFYVjttEaMVNT1Kqx0sh8-BX5Mqsk6hyGQPChei40xoCrmkQAvD_BwE Title IX Flyer: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/dcl-know-rights-201306-title-ix.html  

Christie Smith is the Interim President and CEO of Acclaim Federal Credit Union and faithful volunteer and Peer Advocate at The Pregnancy Network. Discover how to shift your mindset, create an accurate budget, access practical resources to inform yourself on financial health, and be empowered in your finances in Christie's episode.   0:23 - Christie's Introduction   1:33 - The Biggest Challenge Women Face in Their Financial Lives   2:40 - Small Steps to Build Healthy Financial Habits   4:16 - Shifting Your Mindset Around Finances   6:42 - Creating a Budget When Money is Tight   8:37 - Is it easier to reduce your expenses or increase income?   10:06 - How long does it take to create an accurate budget?   11:07 - Benefits of Banking With a Credit Union   14:35 - Saving for Your Future and Your Children's Futures   18:22 - Do you recommend using credit cards?   22:49 - Preparing Financially For a Baby You Weren't Expecting   27:20 - Resources Available to Women Wanting to Learn About Finances   29:37 - Christie's Why for Serving People   Acclaim Federal Credit Union's Wellness Center - https://acclaim.banzai.org/wellness   Christie shared these additional resources in addition to her notes on each of them:   "The Total Money Makeover" by Dave Ramsey: This book provides a step-by-step plan for taking control of your finances and budgeting effectively.   "Your Money or Your Life" by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez: It offers a unique perspective on managing money and achieving financial independence through budgeting and mindful spending.   "I Will Teach You to Be Rich" by Ramit Sethi: This book covers practical strategies for automating your finances and creating a budget that aligns with your financial goals.   "The Budget Kit: The Common Cents Money Management Workbook" by Judy Lawrence: A workbook-style guide that helps you create and maintain a budget that works for you.   "Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together" by Erin Lowry: Geared towards younger readers, this book offers practical advice on budgeting and financial planning.   "Zero-Sum Budgeting: A Simple Strategy for Monthly Success" by Peter Geiger: A concise guide to zero-sum budgeting, a method that assigns every dollar a specific purpose in your budget.

Grace Johnson is a doula, lactation consultant, and faithful volunteer at The Pregnancy Network. Her empowering first birth experience inspired her to equip women to "have the birth they want". She received free services and information that eased her struggle with breastfeeding. She wanted to share that same support with other women, and now serves as a lactation consultant.   0:56 - Grace's Introduction 3:15 - The Stages of Labor 12:10 - Creating a Birth Plan 20:20 - What Women Don't Know About Breastfeeding 26:26 - Support Groups for Breastfeeding 26:58 - Encouragement to Breastfeeding Moms 29:44 - Grace's Why for Serving Women

Ida Shaw has a background in nutrition and works with expectant and new mothers. Listen as Ida shares the nutritional basics for pregnancy and resources to access healthy foods.   0:43 Ida's Introduction 1:30 Ida's Preface to Our Conversation 3:43 What do people struggle with the most when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet? 5:29 Weight-gain Goals for Each Trimester 7:03 Nutritional Goals for Each Trimester 9:08 Dealing With Nausea During Pregnancy 9:28 What to Do if You're Struggling Financially 10:42 What is the WIC Program? Where is it available? 14:28 Most Common Referrals and How WIC Gets Food Into The Hands of Women 17:44 Does WIC provide meal plans?  20:39 What do you see women using their WIC dollars towards? 25:31 What would you say to women who are hesitant of taking advantage of free resources like WIC? 35:59 - Ida's Why for Serving Women   Learn more about the WIC Program: https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic

Jessica Hatton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and owns her own practice, Christian Mom Counseling. Jessica provides professional counseling via virtual teletherapy for women located in the state of North Carolina.   0.44 - Jessica's Introduction 4.24 - How Loneliness Plays a Role in Jessica's Counseling Experiences 6.49 - How can women process through loneliness and the emotions surrounding an unplanned pregnancy? 10.46 - Practical Ways to Fight Loneliness 14.55 - Building Healthy Relationships 17.42 - Setting Boundaries 21.44 - What advice would you give someone who is still considering all of her options for her unplanned pregnancy? 25.12 - How Women Can Care For Themselves During Their Pregnancies 27.15 - Navigating the Newborn Stage 32.50 - Resources for the Postpartum Stage 36.48 - Jessica's Why for Serving Women 38.14 - Jessica's Encouragement to New Moms   Links Mentioned:   Christian Mom Counseling:  https://christianmomcounseling.com/   Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804/ref=asc_df_0310351804/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312425492373&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11787865850131897754&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009652&hvtargid=pla-425385864932&psc=1   Jessica didn't mention this in the episode, but she mentioned it to me (Chloe) after the fact. Jennie Allen's book, Find Your People, is another helpful resource to find community and combat loneliness. https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-People-Building-Community/dp/0593193385/ref=asc_df_0593193385/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=532476049386&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10142739935963793812&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009652&hvtargid=pla-1459058127287&psc=1  

Beth Appiah is a Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She is currently working on her Family Nurse Practitioner degree and hopes to specialize in Women's Health.  0.42 - Beth's Introduction 1.40 - What is the first thing you'd say to a woman who is unexpectedly pregnant? 2.46 - Emotions Women Experience When Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy 5.44 - Options Available to Women Facing Unplanned Pregnancies 7.38 - Types of Abortion Procedures* 12.39 - FAQs in Appointments with Women Who Are Considering Abortion 14.57 - How common is it that you see women who are considering abortion? 16.27 - What are the rights women have when seeking an abortion? 20.03 - Beth's Advice for Women Considering Abortion 21.49 - How We Provide Abortion Information to Clients 23.25 - Abortion Recovery  25.56 - Barriers Women Face When Carrying to Term 30.13 - Beth's Advice for the Woman Who's Not Sure What to Do 32.42 - Where You Can Find Other Women's Stories 33.38 - Beth's Why for Serving Women   *The legality of abortion procedures varies from state to state. For the most accurate information, look at what's legal in your state. The legality of abortion procedures in North Carolina has changed since the filming of this podcast. For the most up to date information, reference the Care for Women, Children, and Families Act.   Links Mentioned:   The WIC Program:  https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic   Medicaid for Pregnant Women: https://www.healthcare.gov/what-if-im-pregnant-or-plan-to-get-pregnant/   Women's Stories:  https://thepregnancynetwork.org/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAJ78w1ox1_eKuEMioJ8QqQ  

Angela is the Director of Health and Client Services at The Pregnancy Network. Angela has a background in counseling and adoption services and a passion for serving families and women.  0.38 - Angela's Introduction 1.28 - Angela's Why for Serving Women 2.03 - The Mission of The Pregnancy Network 2.42 - The History of The Pregnancy Network 3.37 - Medical Services Offered at The Pregnancy Network 5.02 - How We Empower Women to Face Their Unplanned Pregnancies 7.02 - Resources Available Before, During, and After Pregnancy 9.31 - How to Make an Appointment 10.19 - Options for Women Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy 12:34 - Adoption Agency Referrals 14.27 - What Angela Would Say to a Woman Who's Afraid to Make an Appointment 15.10 - Obstacles For Women Facing Unplanned Pregnancies 18.07 - Limited Obstetrical Ultrasounds 18:58 - Resources Outside of the Triad 19.54 - Angela's Advice for Women Facing Unplanned Pregnancies Links Mentioned: Contact us at The Pregnancy Network: https://thepregnancynetwork.org/ 336-274-4881 Pregnancy Decision Line: https://pregnancydecisionline.org/ 866-799-0901