This story is written by one of the LWC staff. *All names are changed for to protect the privacy of our clients It was the end of a busy school semester for Katrina*; in spite of pandemic restrictions and challenging coursework, she was reaching her goal of completing a tough academic year. Then, it […]
Women’s Mental Health Did you know, mental health problems are often more common in women than they are in men? In fact, the Mayo Clinic states “about twice as many women as men experience depression.” Factors for depression include normal monthly hormonal changes, but can also be an inherited trait, a separate biological issue, personal […]
The surprise of being unexpectedly pregnant can be overshadowed by also learning you have an STI (sexually transmitted infection). Here’s why it’s important to know if you have an STI/STD and how that information can benefit you and your options when it comes to pregnancy. Did you know that 1 of every 2 sexually […]
Unexpected pregnancies come with many unknowns. As you decide what’s best for you and your future, there are a few steps you can take to ensure you have all of the information and knowledge you need. Ultrasounds are an important step in understanding the unique details surrounding your pregnancy and making sure you have a […]
Some states in the United States require an ultrasound prior to an abortion procedure, but other states do not maintain this requirement. If you are wondering whether or not to schedule an ultrasound before your abortion procedure, here are a few things to consider. If your period is late and you’re experiencing other pregnancy symptoms […]
Dealing with an eating disorder is something no one can truly understand unless they have been through it themself. Pregnancy may be viewed in the same way. No one can truly understand the physical and emotional demands a mother deals with until a woman experiences it herself. During pregnancy, the baby gets all its nutrients […]
You may have been a mom for several months or years now, and thought your baby days were over. Maybe you thought you couldn’t get pregnant again. But now you’re feeling ‘off’. Maybe you are tired, nauseated, or frequently needing to urinate. You try to remember when your last period was but draw a blank […]
You just found out you are pregnant. It is not what you wanted or expected. You are still reeling from the news and now you need to tell someone. Think about: Is this the best time to break the news? Timing matters. You need to figure out if they are calm and not distracted. Do […]
Angry. Lost. Frustrated. Overwhelmed. Panicked. Every woman who has faced an unplanned pregnancy will tell you she rode a roller coaster of emotion. You may have a thousand scenarios playing in your mind right now. But, it is important that you gather all of the information you need to make this life-changing decision. At Liberty […]
In this blog, we’ll uncover the potential risks and side effects of each of your abortion options. We’ll break down how the various procedures terminate a pregnancy so you can understand what each may entail. What are my abortion options? Before we can discuss the risks and side effects of each of your abortion options, […]