Patient Stories

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My boyfriend and I actually wanted kids, but the timing wasn’t right.  When I got pregnant, my family was very upset because I was the first one in the family to be enrolled in college. They were convinced my life would be ruined.  Harmony helped me make a plan for how to keep the baby and continue my studies.  I worked with a mentor who helped me rebuild the relationship with my parents.  Now they dote on our little girl.  And I have been able to finish school and am looking forward to attending graduate school in the future.”

- Jacqueline*

 

To be honest, it never even occurred to me to consider carrying my baby.  I just assumed I was going to have an abortion because I was only dating my boyfriend for a few months.  I am grateful that I came to Harmony before going to the clinic.  I had a pregnancy test and ultrasound. My boyfriend came in with me to see the ultrasound. His reaction began to change my mind.  I realized that maybe we could make this work. We decided to carry the baby.”

- Amelia*

*Names changed for confidentiality