What forms does abortion take? Why do some women choose it? Consider these articles your “Abortion 101” class.
Prior to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, abortion was legal in all 50 states in the U.S. Now, however, the legality of the procedure depends on where a woman lives. The circumstances surrounding a woman’s pregnancy can also affect the legality of an abortion in some states. States that ban abortions make exceptions if…
Over half of all abortions in the United States are chemical abortions. However, those who are considering a medical abortion should understand how it works and what to expect after taking the pills. How Does the Abortion Pill Work? There are actually two abortion pills a woman typically takes to terminate a pregnancy. The first…
What is a Crisis Pregnancy Center? Crisis pregnancy centers, or more commonly referred to as Pregnancy Resource Centers, are limited medical facilities designed to provide a range of services to women who are pregnant or suspect they may be pregnant. These centers are typically staffed or overseen by licensed medical personnel along with pregnancy counselors…
While abortion has become a heavily politicized topic, the key to protecting life lies not in lawmaking but in understanding why women have abortions in the first place. While each woman is different and decisions are made based on multiple factors, the most common reasons for abortions typically fall under the following two categories. Pressures of an…
Research clearly shows that minority communities often have less access to prenatal and infant care than predominantly white communities. There are a number of reasons for the disparity, including socioeconomic status, geographic location, type of insurance coverage, and a lack of sufficient prenatal care centers in rural areas. How much each of the above-mentioned factors…
“How could someone not know they are pregnant by their second trimester?” “Why do women take multiple pregnancy tests with the same results?” “How can someone be impacted by an ultrasound where they saw their baby and choose to have an abortion anyway?” These are all common questions when working closely with women who are…
As we approach how to lead our lives holistically pro-life, it’s so important to consider aspects beyond changing a woman’s mind from abortion to life. Caring Network is a holistically-minded pro-life organization with six (and counting) pregnancy resource centers in the Chicagoland area. We love partnering with women and giving them options so they are empowered to…
There is so much confusing information regarding abortion. While one thing always remains true, abortion is not the answer, it’s normal to wonder what other information out there is true. Perhaps you’ve seen ‘medication abortion’ as a recent news headline, proclaiming the safety of this method. Join us as we take a deeper look into…
Systems of injustice cannot topple unless there is follow through. While we decry abortion as unjust, we must uphold what we do know to be true: the sanctity of human life from the womb and beyond. Caring Network is a pro-life nonprofit organization in Illinois with six pregnancy resource centers. We work so that women in…
A medical abortion is a procedure that terminates a pregnancy through the use of chemical drugs. This process is most commonly referred to as the “abortion pill.” With many changes happening in legislation and the distribution of the abortion pill, it’s important to be aware of the full scope of risks of abortion pill. Many…
