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
The 2023 Winston-Salem Walk for Life is this Saturday, September 16 at Two Cities Church in Winston-Salem and we cannot wait to see you there! Registration begins at 9 AM, and the Walk starts at 10 AM. If you’re new to the Walk for Life or if it’s been a while since you’ve been involved,
A positive pregnancy test can leave you with a whole range of emotions: anxiety, joy, fear, and confusion. Whether you were expecting it or not, pregnancy is a huge, life-changing event. It’s okay to feel however you’re feeling. Here are 3 simple next steps you can take to feel informed and confident. 3 Steps to
My mind raced back to the things I’m least proud of, and my heart filled with compassion for a woman I’ve never met. There she was—a woman, alone and ashamed, in the middle of the temple. Not brought there on her own accord, she was likely afraid and certainly at the mercy of the judgment
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
“So the woman left her water jar and went away into town and said to the people, “Come see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?” John 4:28-29 We all have a water jar. A place we turn to to satisfy our needs, provide security, or fulfill
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
“How can I be so far along when I only had sex a few weeks ago?” This is a question our staff nurses get all the time at The Pregnancy Network. The simple answer? There are two ways of dating a pregnancy. Keep reading to learn about each one. The First Day of Your Last
