Articles About What Comes Next in Your Pregnancy Journey
4 Steps to Joy in the Journey of Parenting
If you were to make a movie about parenting, would you fill the screen with joyful moments or with the moments when drudgery reigns? Would you show a weary mom navigating runny noses, laundry, and endless crying? Or a mother and child snuggling and giggling together? Or would you include both? If you said both, […]
How to Reduce Your Baby’s Risk of SIDS
SIDS. Perhaps you’ve heard of it. And if you’re expecting a child, it can really get you worrying. After all, SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, is the unexplainable and unexpected death of a baby less than one year old. There is no known cause. Scientists do know, however, that it causes about half of […]
Breastfeeding Your Baby: What You Need to Know
Are you considering breastfeeding your baby? That’s a valiant act of motherhood! Here are some tips we’ve collected from some of our go-to resources to help you on your way.* Why Breastfeed? You have choices about how to feed your baby. Find out why breastfeeding is best, hands down. Look at these benefits for baby […]
What If I Already Had an Abortion?
In spite of all the loud political voices arguing over abortion, many women who’ve had an abortion find it difficult to talk about. Are you one of those women? We know women who say they have only told one or two trusted people about their abortions. Some have never told anyone. Maybe that’s because they […]
How to be More Than Just a Baby Daddy
Becoming a dad is one of the most life-changing experiences a man can face. And yet, the question remains for many expecting or new fathers-how do you move beyond being just a “baby daddy” and become the father your child truly needs? At Choices Pregnancy Center, serving Marshall, MN, or Redwood Falls, MN, we’re here […]
What Will Your Friend Find at Choices Pregnancy Center?
Do you have a friend facing an unexpected pregnancy? Wishing you knew of a place where she could get help? Choices Pregnancy Center in Redwood Falls is that kind of place. We’re here to help women-and men-looking for support in handling a pregnancy they weren’t planning on. But if you’ve never been in our office, […]
Mothers Day: Celebrating the Moms We’ve Met
Here at Choices Pregnancy Center, we honor mothers all year long. But with Mother’s Day approaching, the moms on staff want to celebrate the many mothers who have asked us to walk alongside them on their journeys through motherhood. Ladies, you know who you are. So sit back and let our praise wash over you. […]
Ready to Be a Parent? Take Our Quiz
Does the thought of becoming a parent make your heart race and your mouth go dry? Do you feel like laughing out loud one minute and biting your nails the next? Then congratulations-you’re normal! Being responsible for raising, feeding, clothing and providing for a real, live human being is a big job. You might say […]
8 Ways to Play: Indoor Winter Fun with Toddlers
Are frigid temperatures and icy sidewalks keeping you stuck indoors with your active toddler this winter? Don’t let cabin fever rule the day. Here are eight ways you and your little one can burn some energy and get some good playing in-even indoors! All are toddler-approved and budget-friendly. 1. Hold a Toddler Dance Party Turn […]
4 Principles of Real Manhood
Guys, what does “being a man” look like to you? Some guys think: A real man doesn’t cry. A real man is tough. A real man is [bigger, better, stronger, faster, smarter, or…] than the next guy. A real man has all the gear he needs. A real man never lets anybody put him down. […]
How to Start Over: Build Better Relationships This Year
Are you ready to dump the drama of relationships based more on sex than friendship? Ready to treat your sexuality as a treasure, instead of a dollar store deal? You can make a fresh start now. Welcome to a whole new year! New Year, New You Whether you’re reading this on New Year’s Eve or […]
Co-parenting at the Holidays: It’s About Your Kids
Holidays-with all their excitement, family get-togethers, and busyness-can be challenging if you’re co-parenting. To help keep the holidays happy, remember to keep one thing in focus: your break-up was about you and your Ex, but co-parenting is all about your kids. By choosing to co-parent,[1] you give your kids some of the benefits of having […]