Resources
National Network of Pregnancy Resource CentersTrained consultants available 24/7 to help you with your pregnancy related concerns.
www.optionline.org
A Woman's Right to Know
Information on Fetal Development, Abortion and Alternatives (Minnesota Department of Health).
www.health.state.mn.us/wrtk/wrtk-handbook.pdf
Stand Up Girl
A site to learn from others and share experiences about your unexpected pregnancy.
www.standupgirl.com
Just the Facts
Learn amazing facts of life before birth and information pertaining to the first 9 months of life, when life begins.
www.justthefacts.org/clar.asp
American Pregnancy Association
A national health organization promoting reproductive and pregnancy wellness. Pregnancy calculator for conception, gestation and due dates available. Pregnancy information and discussion forms.
www.americanpregnancy.org
Adoption Options
Teens – www.itkteens.org
General audience, resources on adoption – www.adoption.com
Residential Retreat and Maternity Home
Saint Gianna's is located in Warsaw, ND - 1-877-701-3077. An inviting atmosphere which will allow you a safe, secure and peaceful place to stay for a day, weekend or longer as you decide what's best for you and your baby. Children welcome.
www.saintgiannahome.com
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Offers resources and toll-free number (1-800-799-SAFE) for victims of domestic abuse.
www.ndvh.org
National Runaway Switchboard
Confidential hotline that provides support and referrals to runaway youth, youth who are thinking about running away, and their families. 1-800-RUNAWAY.
www.1800runaway.org
Adverse Prenatal Diagnosis:
Support information & encouragement for carrying to term with an adverse prenatal diagnosis and support for raising your child with special needs after birth:
www.benotafraid.net
www.prenatalpartnersforlife.org
Abortion Recovery
If you are facing issues relating to a past abortion, there are caring people to help address your concerns.
www.AbortionRecovery.org
www.rachelsvineyard.org
Sexual Integrity and Relationship Education
Created to give women of all ages a place to go for straight facts about sex, choices and where to go for support. Free from lectures, social scrutiny and judgments!
www.proknowledge.org
A regional program for support.
www.makeasoundchoice.com
Fertility Care Education
Learn to appreciate your fertility and be active participants in your procreative and gynecologic health. Check out www.marquette.edu/nursing/NFP/Model or email renee@firstchoiceclinic.com for more information.
Marriage Resources
Education in communication, conflict management and positive ways to nurture marriages.
www.foryourmarriage.org
www.smartmarriages.com
Note: FirstChoice Clinic offers confidential pregnancy options, including post abortion support and services; however, we do not offer or directly refer for abortion services.