The following real story (names changed) is exerpted from the Winter/Spring 2009 Care Net Report, copyright by Care Net.
She was so poor, Lydia couldn't even afford electrical power for her tiny apartment. When she learned she was pregnant, she feared abortion was her only "realistic" option.
While searching the phone book for help, she discovered Care Net's OptionLine ad. A trained phone consultant encouraged her, and set up an appointment for her with a local pregnancy center.
When she arrived, a counselor began to show her that she had positive options. The pregnancy center helped her prepare for the practical issues of caring for another baby. And they referred her to a ministry that helps need families with utility bills.
It took time and payer, but Lydia finally chose life. Today she is the proud mom of a beautiful baby.
If you want to talk to a peer mentor, or you need help, call OptionLine at 800-395-HELP.
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