Understanding abortion

What forms does abortion take? Why do some women choose it? Consider these articles your “Abortion 101” class.

Why Over 80% of Abortion-Minded Women Choose Life After an Ultrasound

When a woman discovers she is unexpectedly pregnant, the emotions that follow can be overwhelming. Fear, financial pressure, and lack of support often push her toward considering abortion. In those moments, abortion can seem like the only option. But research and years of experience in pregnancy centers across the nation reveal something remarkable: when an […]

The Tide Has Turned — Don’t Miss This Moment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOvx-TV9fxM We’re living in a turning point in history. God is moving mightily in our nation — and in our region. The evidence is everywhere! Just look at some of this recent headway: Caring Network is reducing abortions and reaching more abortion-minded women with life-affirming care. We’re expanding our number of clinics to welcome more […]

Reach women first with care to help them choose life

Sarah (not her real name) felt young. Much too young to have a baby. She just moved to the U.S. from another country. Sarah’s boyfriend lived in another state. And they’d only been together for a few months. Termination felt like her only option. When Sarah searched online for an abortion provider, a telehealth appointment […]

A State-by-State Guide of Abortion Restrictions

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 […]

How Does the Abortion Pill Work? Is it Safe?

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 (CPCs)?

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 […]

Why do Women Have Abortions?

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 […]

Connecting Women to the Prenatal and Infant Care They Need

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 […]

The Power of Unplanned Pregnancy Denial

“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 […]

Viable Pregnancy Options

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 […]