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
Si apenas acabas de descubrir que estás embarazada, te puedes sentir abrumada y llena de alegría cuando piensas acerca del camino de la maternidad. ¡Y eso está bien! Puede ser mucho pensar todo lo que implica la maternidad mientras te encuentras llena de felicidad de la nueva vida que viene. Nosotros le hemos preguntado a
If you just found out you’re pregnant, you may be both overwhelmed and overjoyed when thinking about the journey of parenthood. And that’s okay! It can be a lot to think about all that goes into parenting while also being incredibly excited for the joy new life will bring. We asked seasoned parents what advice
If you just found out you’re pregnant, there can be a lot to process. Unsupportive partners, lack of a community, and financial struggles can make an unplanned pregnancy feel impossible. You may be wondering what it would be like to be a parent or whether it’s something you could handle. Let me encourage you. You
Si acabas de descubrir que estás embarazada, entonces hay mucho que procesar. Compañeros que no te apoyan, ausencia de comunidad y problemas económicos pueden hacerte sentir que tu embarazo sea imposible. Puedes estar pensando; cómo es ser madre o si es algo que de verdad puedes realizar. Pero te voy a animar y decirte que
Two pink lines on a pregnancy test can be a lot to take in, especially if you weren’t expecting them. If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, you’re not alone. Almost 5% of women of childbearing age experience unintended pregnancies each year. If you’re exploring all of your options for your pregnancy, we’d love to
An unplanned pregnancy can feel lonely. You may feel as if no one understands the many emotions you’re experiencing. But we have great news – you’re not alone. At The Pregnancy Network, we offer a free class called Pregnancy 101. In this 6-8 week class, you’ll be joined by women who are walking the same
If you’re feeling the strain of your monthly food bill, you’re not alone. Reports show that in the year 2022, grocery prices grew by as much as 12%. And when you’re feeding a family, that 12% hits hard. But with strategic and thoughtful planning, there are ways to trim your bill. Here are 10 simple
In a world that has a hard time defining what a father is, Father’s Day can be a frustrating holiday. Many grieve the loss, absence, or abuse from their fathers. Others find themselves on the cusp of fatherhood, wondering what it looks like to love and lead a child. Our culture doesn’t argue against the
If you are pregnant, you may feel excited about the joys of parenting, but also fearful about the unknowns. You may find that others (friends, family, social media, parenting websites) talk only about the struggles of parenting or only about the joys. But as with most things in life, there is both: joy and pain,
