*Morgan is willingly giving us permission to share her story so that others can realize there is hope in the midst of a difficult situation. All client experiences with Two Lines Pregnancy Clinic (formerly Advice & Aid Pregnancy Center) are kept with the highest confidence. The stories that are shared come from the real-life experiences that our clients, staff and volunteers had during their unplanned pregnancy.
*Her name has been changed but her story is true.
My name is Morgan, and this is my story.
I knew something different was going on with me because my emotions were strange and I was tired all the time. I wondered if I was pregnant, so I took 5 pregnancy tests to check. Each test was positive. I was scared. I was happy. I was sad. I was mostly afraid of telling my parents. They are “religious people” and I knew they wouldn’t be happy about this.
I wanted to hide this pregnancy so bad that the thought of abortion did cross my mind. I decided to reach out to a friend first. She shared she too had experienced an unplanned pregnancy. She told me about a place called Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid).
During my first visit I took a pregnancy test. By that time, I was having morning sickness, kept falling asleep at work, and I thought my family would find out. I was so scared.
When I told my parents the news, they were very upset. I needed a friend that day, so I went back to Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid). They helped me calm down and we talked through my situation for a long time. They suggested that I have my family join me during the sonogram appointment I had scheduled.
Wow, that was a huge step in my journey! My mom agreed to go with me the day of the sonogram. We shared a lot of tears. I know my parents were still struggling with things, but this new little life in my belly also gave us some joy and hope.
I joined Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid)’s Journey’s Program. I met weekly with my Client Advocate who listened to me no matter what I was going through. I cried A LOT! I was still so scared, but Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) was there for both my boyfriend and me. Every week someone greeted us with big smiles, open ears, and a shoulder to cry on. Every time I would learn something new, I would share it with my family and that brought us close again.
I thought having a baby would hinder my ability to succeed, but it actually pushed me to want to succeed!
The Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) staff ALWAYS reassured me everything was going to be O.K., I just had to keep going.
When my son was born, I was so excited to have my baby boy! My family was super excited too.
Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) was there even after my son was born. I eventually joined their Connections Program,which was incredibly supportive, and stayed there for 2 years! My son and I are still very close to the other Moms and kids that we met at Bridges. Through this program, I was connected to multiple resources in the community. One of these contacts was crucial in my going back to College and graduating debt free!!!!
Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) has given me hope, support, love, encouragement, and a second family relationship! Even six years later the doors are always open!
To read other stories from women who have been where you are:
Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid) Stories
If you are going through a similar experience as Morgan did, you might have seen yourself a bit in her story. Her story ended on a happy note because of one choice: to contact Two Lines (formerly Advice & Aid). Because of that choice, she found help, hope, resources, support . . . all of the things she needed most.
Take your first step today towards taking back control of your situation. Make an appointment with us. No pressure, no agenda – simply information, an understanding friend, and hope!