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Alexis had recently miscarried. She had just ended her relationship with the baby's father and assumed she would have little support from her family. Abortion felt like the easiest way to move forward.
She came to Align for a pregnancy test, but even the thought of an ultrasound felt like too much. During her appointment, she mentioned she was living with her aunt. Her client advocate gently encouraged her to share the news.
To her surprise, her aunt responded with love and support. That encouragement gave Alexis the courage to return for her ultrasound.
When she saw her baby's heartbeat, everything changed.
Before she left, we gave her a small "new mom" gift bag. Inside was a tiny baby outfit. Alexis unfolded it, smiled, folded it back up … then unfolded it again. She did that five times, just smiling at that little garment. It made the future feel real. |