Testimonies

Ellie had recently moved to the United States and was living with her boyfriend, Joe, and their collective three children in a shelter. When she thought she might be pregnant, she knew there was no way she could keep this baby. Ellie knew what she had to do, but she was so uncertain if that was what she really wanted. 

Someone had told Ellie that she could get a free pregnancy test and ultrasound and Your Options Medical and she knew that would be a good first step in getting answers to all the questions coursing through her mind. According to the ultrasound, she was probably earlier than she thought so she made a second appointment to get a clearer image. Ellie was feeling so emotionally conflicted after seeing her little baby on the ultrasound, already growing and moving. 

Ellie and Joe talked after the appointment, she did not want to have an abortion but could not see any other way. Joe assured her they could work together and still build the life they dreamed of. During her next ultrasound, Ellie was thrilled to share they had decided to keep the baby. They willingly accepted material help from Your Options Medical so they would have what they needed to take care of their new baby. Ellie gave birth to a precious little girl, Sally. She is the light of their life! 

Overcoming the odds, Ellie and Joe did the hard thing in choosing life. Every time they see Sally smile, they are so grateful for the gift that is their sweet daughter.

"Not again!” This could not be happening, again. Every time Maddie felt like she could finally make something of herself with her career, she would find out she was pregnant. This was the fourth time and this time, she was not going to let anything stop her. The only answer would be an abortion. She was brought up Christian, but she was over the rules that she felt religion placed upon her, restricting her decisions. She could not keep putting her whole life on hold. She would have to go through with an abortion this time around.  

At Your Options Medical, the kind staff explained the importance of an ultrasound before deciding. At no cost, Maddie realized it made sense to have an ultrasound before getting a procedure she may not actual need. During the ultrasound, Maddie did her best to remain unattached. She kept telling the staff “I have to do this, I have no one to help me.” Sadly, she decided to go through with the abortion. 

Fast forward a couple years and Maddie found herself staring down at a positive pregnancy test...again! This time, she was not so sure. She was not planning to have any more kids, but she could not imagine going through with another abortion. She knew just who to call: Your Options Medical. She requested an appointment as soon as possible to give herself plenty of time to make a decision.  

During the appointment, she shared about her situation: her fears and her struggles. The ultrasound showed she was much further along than anticipated. Seeing her grown baby on the screen affirmed in her mind she could never have another abortion. She wanted to keep this baby! She knew it would be hard, but so worthwhile to set aside her previous ambitions and once again embrace motherhood. 

“How can I have his baby?”  
“I don’t know him very well.” 
“How could I let this happen?” 

Angelica was new to the States and was working very hard to help break her family free from poverty. She found out she was pregnant and decided that she would get an abortion. After doing research, she found a clinic that would provide her with pregnancy testing and an ultrasound all at no cost: perfect! She scheduled her visit to Your Options Medical. 

During her appointment, Angelica explained her situation and how she could not take care of a baby at this point in time. She was in a hurry, having to get back to work soon. When the staff offered to review her options, Angelica knew she did not want to even discuss parenting or adoption. It would be too painful and she did not want to get attached to her baby as she felt she had no alternative to having an abortion. But then, the ultrasound. There it was, her baby’s little heart beating fast. The nurse offered her pictures and she clutched them sorrowfully. She left tearful, rushing back to work.  

Shortly there after, Angelica called Your Options Medical. “I have to keep my baby. I don’t know how it will all work out, but I can’t do it. I want my baby!” Everyone quickly came around to help Angelica find the support and material items she would need to provide for her baby.  

A few months later, Angelica reached out to let her Advocate know that she had given birth to a beautiful baby boy whom she named Matthew. The delivery went well and she was extremely grateful for all the help and on going support she received.