Good Reads
'Stories' tell of lives who have gone through the emotional turmoil of abortion and have found healing and strength to live as women who are redeemed. They speak of love, courage and resilience.
Over the years, we have received questions from women who have been through an abortion, as well as family members and friends who would like to help their loved ones find healing after an abortion. We have written some of our answers in the articles.
Mourning Our Losses
In our abortion experience, we may carry emotional pain and grief due to the losses we experienced. In the healing process, it is essential to mourn our losses. This will help us better understand our pain, better understand ourselves, and come to place of acceptance and letting go eventually.
Grief
Grief is a natural response to a loss that means something to us. While we may not enjoy the grieving process, grieving is normal and necessary for us when we experience a loss.
My Journey
It has been 21 years since I made the decision that I could never take back. I have realized since then, that every woman who has had to make this hard decision, has always lived with a deep sense of pain, sadness and guilt.
How To Respond Appropriately When Someone Tells You She Had An Abortion
How to respond appropriately if someone tells you about her abortion experience, especially when she is showing signs of emotional distress.
I found out my daughter had an abortion. What should I do?
“I accidentally came across my daughter’s medical report from her psychiatrist. I’m not sure if I should ask her about it as this might push her away from me. What should I do?”
I had an abortion. How do I know if I need healing?
An abortion affects each person differently. How do I know if I need healing after an abortion? Here is a simple list to help you.
Beauty From Ashes
He was my best friend. We had known each other for at least five years. At that time, both of us were the most senior Ph. D students in the laboratory.
Hope
Marina’s story and the Inspiration behind the Buttons Project.
Finding Purpose in Pain
All I wanted was to settle down, build a family and be the best mother I can ever be to my kids. Carry them in my arms, watch them grow up and be there for them.