Stories Of Life
Who Does Birthline Help?
After becoming pregnant unexpectedly and having her boyfriend break up with her when he found out, a 19-year-old client was not sure what she wanted to do about the baby. She briefly considered abortion, and then ruled that out focusing on either parenting or adoption. She is still unsure which she will choose, but is learning all she can about both options.
A 16-year-old girl was nervous, and looking for help in telling her family she is pregnant. The father of the baby is 18-years- old and wants to be involved, but is in the military and will shortly be deployed.
A married woman called Birthline seeking information on having an abortion after becoming pregnant with another man’s child. She knew abortion would be wrong, but felt it was her only option given the situation. Staff spoke with her, encouraging her to consider a positive alternative to abortion, after which the woman asked staff to pray with her over the phone.
A 30-year-old pregnant woman and the father were here, encouraging her to consider a positive alternative to choosing life and came to a doctor appointment at Birthline to abortion. They were able to hear their 9-week-old baby’s heartbeat. The staff witness said it was a beautiful sound!
A young Christian married couple came in after the surprise news that they were pregnant and that the husband had lost his job within the same couple of weeks. They participated in the Stepping Stones program to prepare for the baby and the husband found a job while in the program.
