Back to School: Managing Your Studies and Your Pregnancy

Discovering you’re pregnant while managing school can be incredibly overwhelming, and that is valid! School can be hard enough, and continuing school while pregnant or parenting adds another obstacle. However, being pregnant does not mean your educational journey has to end. In fact, continuing your education will set you and your child up for success later in life. 

Fun Facts About Baby Development in Utero

When you think about it, pregnancy is such a fascinating concept. For nine months, your body is growing and changing and developing. From the outside, you know you are pregnant because your belly is growing, but you don’t actually get to see what’s going on inside of you.  Here is a quick overview of what […]

Safe Delivery in Michigan: Providing Safe, Confidential Options for Newborn Surrender 

Navigating an unplanned pregnancy can be a challenging and emotional journey. For women in Michigan who find themselves in this situation and are considering their pregnancy options, it’s important to know about the Safe Delivery law. Safe Delivery provides a safe, legal, and confidential way to surrender an infant, ensuring the child’s well-being and relieving […]

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy

Eating well is crucial during pregnancy. The importance of good nutrition for your baby starts from the moment you get pregnant. By choosing healthier foods, you can:

Cycle Savvy Part 3: Conquering PMS: Tips for a Happier, Healthier Cycle 

Today, we’re delving into the world of PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) – a natural part of our menstrual cycle that can sometimes throw us for a loop. But fear not! In this blog post, we’re here to shed light on understanding PMS and share some trusty tips to help you navigate through it with ease. 

Cycle Savvy: Empowering Women With Menstrual Awareness – Part 2

Woman smiling after leaving HELP Pregnancy Clinic in Grand Rapids.

Periods are commonly viewed as a monthly inconvenience. But what if we flipped the script a bit? What if we saw them as a reminder of how amazing our bodies are? I’m talking about embracing our menstrual cycles and finding the positives in every period. 

Let’s talk about how adopting a positive attitude can transform your relationship with your menstrual cycle for the better.

Healthy Resolutions for a New Year

YOung woman in Grand Rapids, MI writing down her new years resolutions.

Around January every year, people tend to make New Year’s resolutions that center around losing weight. Historically, 43% of all Americans vowed they were going to lose weight in the upcoming year. While aiming to take care of your body is never a bad thing, sometimes having a resolution that starts on the premise that your current body isn’t good enough can lead to even more failure in the future. Telling yourself bad things about your body puts you in a dangerous mindset that deteriorates your self-worth. 

What is a Pregnancy Center?

Pregnant woman excited to learn about pregnancy resources

Maybe you’ve found yourself in an unexpected situation where you now have important questions or concerns about pregnancy, contraception, or other related topics, but you’re not sure who to ask. Perhaps you’re reading this and you’re nervous that you might be pregnant and that you’d have no clue where you’d start with figuring out what your next steps are or what options are even available for you. Pregnancy and sex-related topics are very personal and vulnerable and it can be difficult to talk about even with your closest friends or family members.

Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms: What to Expect During Each Trimester

Woman waiting for her free pregnancy test results in Grand Rapids.

Pregnancy can be an exciting time for many women. As your body begins to change and prepare for the new life inside you, it can certainly feel like a mixed bag of emotions. If you’re experiencing pregnancy for the first time, you may have a lot of questions about the changes happening in your body. How will you know when it’s time to go to the hospital or if what you’re feeling is normal?

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