Testimonies

• “Just get rid of it, no one will know.”
• “Don’t even tell him, just get this over with.”
• “You can’t have a baby with a guy you barely know!” Taylor was hearing it all. Between her own thoughts, the words of friends and even the common messages of society were beginning to push Taylor towards having an abortion. She had only known Ethan for a few weeks and their relationship was anything but serious. How could she parent a baby with a guy she barely knew or harder still, how could she parent a child alone? Taylor began doing some research and decided she needed to confirm she was actually pregnant and see how far along she was. She scheduled an appointment with Your Options Medical. She later sat down and though felt relief she would have some answers soon, she still was not sure what to do. All the reasons to have an abortion seemed logic, but Taylor could not ignore this nagging feeling. She decided to sit down and create a pros and cons list.  

  At her ultrasound appointment with Your Options Medical, Taylor shared that she was thinking about an abortion. However, after creating her pros and cons list she decided she wanted to keep the baby. She had not yet told Ethan she was pregnant. But Taylor wanted to have this baby, even if that meant parenting on her own. She was surprised to see she was further along than she had anticipated but was excited to see her baby for the very first time. 

  Taylor welcomed a healthy baby boy, Archie into the world. She is so grateful for the medical services, care, and support she received at Your Options Medical. Thank you for giving in order to ensure women, like Taylor are supported and given the resources they need to affirm their decision for life. 

Cory stared at the test through blurry eyes, an instant headache beginning to take root. She thought she could be pregnant but hoped against hope that maybe her cycle was just off due to the stress of school and work. She wanted a family, looked forward to having kids one day. But not like this. However, the test was clear: positive.  

As a young student, Cory kept busy with homework, sports, and her part-time job. Her family would be help her for sure. But could she really bare the weight of having a baby, raising a child? Her boyfriend, Jimmy was not even living near by. What would he think? Would he stay? Would he break up with her? Life seemed to be going along great, now each moment brought more uncertainty. 

She decided to start searching her options online as abortion became seemingly her only choice. Cory felt so conflicted she decided to talk with Jimmy. He was so quiet. Finally, he told her that he could not tell her what to do. So, the decision was hers. She ended up finding Your Options Medical and made an appointment. She could not help but smile when she got to see her baby and hear that little heartbeat for the first time. She was still thinking about an abortion, but shared that she kind of wanted to keep her baby.  

After continued prayers and support, Cory shared she decided to keep her baby. She gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, Lillian. Cory’s family was extremely supported and Jimmy even moved back to be closer to Cory and Lillian. Because you give, our doors remain open to women like Cory who feel they have no other option but abortion and then realize they have the strength to be a mom. Thank you! 

Caterina mulled over her options: parent or another abortion procedure.  She already had a teenager and had then had an abortion. Could she really handle having a baby at this point in her life? Andrew, her boyfriend, would be thrilled but she decided not to tell him just yet. She wanted to make this decision herself.  

While looking up abortion information online, Caterina found Your Options Medical. “Have an ultrasound before an abortion to confirm you are actually pregnant and how far along you are.” This made sense to her and what did she have to lose since it was free? Her and Andrew were struggling with finances so free answers would be helpful during such a stressful season.  

After having the ultrasound, she was perplexed. She felt a sense of relief, but she was still considering abortion so why was she relieved? She decided it was time to tell Andrew. He was thrilled! They went back for a follow up ultrasound and learned more about the help and resources available.  

They were both so excited when their son, Nathaniel was born handsome and strong. Because of your generosity, women like Caterina receive the life-saving support they need and men like Andrew have the chance at fatherhood. Thank you for your continued support!