On August 21st, 2023, the Indiana Supreme Court ruled to uphold the abortion ban, also known as Senate Enrolled Act 1. This law bans abortions entirely, except for situations such as health risks, fetal anomalies up to 20 weeks (about 4 and a half months), rape, and incest. This ruling comes one year after the…
Indiana’s Ban On August 1st, 2023, Indiana’s state government put in to affect a near-total abortion ban. This near-total abortion ban limits abortion to hospitals and bans abortion unless there are health risks, rape or incest (up to 10 weeks), and any fetal medical issues up to (20 weeks). Because of Indiana’s decision to enact…
A nine-to-five job can take a lot out of you physically, spiritually, and emotionally. This is especially true if you have a long commute to and from work, are studying part-time, and/or caring for children or a family. Even so, making time in your busy schedule to do some volunteer work not only benefits the…
Abortion isn’t in danger of becoming illegal in Illinois. Governor J.B. Pritzker is known for his pro-abortion stance. He has gone so far as to sign legislation allowing for late-term abortions. He has also repealed legislation requiring minors to inform a parent or a legal guardian before having an abortion. Even so, the state’s pro-choice…
What is Prenatal Care? Prenatal care is the medical care a woman receives while pregnant. This care typically begins around the 8th week of the pregnancy. The primary function of this care is to catch potential concerns, reduce medical risks, and ensure that both the baby and the mother are healthy throughout the pregnancy. It…
Social media has become one of the most popular tools for spreading information and awareness. The reach social media has is far greater than any other source of communication in the past. Social media is able to market, inform, entertain, and so much more. This mode of communication has and will continue to have a…
In Illinois, the Pritzker Administration has decided to begin limiting public information regarding abortion. This decision to restrict information is due to concerns about privacy and safety for individuals seeking an abortion. According to the release from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the state will no longer be reporting information regarding Illinois counties…
Adoption can be a positive experience both for a birth mother and her child. Contrary to popular opinion, making an adoption plan doesn’t mean “giving up the child”. Rather, it’s an unselfish act that empowers a child to live life to the full and reach his or her potential. In fact, successful individuals such as…
Pro-life organizations exist to help save the lives of unborn babies. But that is just one aspect of the life-saving worth that pregnancy resource centers perform every day. By offering free pregnancy services and coming alongside women facing unplanned pregnancies, there is a ripple effect. The life of the mother, her partner, and her support…
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…
