Supporting Women through Crisis Pregnancy

Leap is one of 59 women you have been helping over the last 8 months. Unlike many of our clients, she was aware that she was pregnant only a few weeks into the pregnancy. She got in touch with our organization right away. She was raised by her grandma who cared for her deeply, but with many other family members to take care of, both Leap and her grandma needed some help. Leap had faced some struggles early on in life that caused anxiety and depression. The thought of having to raise a baby alone made some of the anxiety come back and it was often a challenge for her to think about future plans and set manageable steps to reach those plans.

With time and much support from Mother’s Heart staff, Leap began to grow in confidence. Instead of feeling ashamed, lost, and constantly worried she began to make plans and achieve those plans. She no longer feels like a burden to her family. She knows that once she has delivered her baby, she will be able to support not only herself and her child, but has plans to help support her grandma as well. Most importantly, she has regained a sense of hope.

This week Leap went into labor - an important next step in her journey to motherhood. Although she hasn’t met her baby yet, she is ready to meet her child and is prepared to provide for her needs.

Mother’s Heart is privileged to be on the whole journey with her and we are humbled that you choose to join with us. We know Leap may hit some bumps along the way – taking care of a newborn and starting a new job will come with its challenges. But with your support, she will continue to meet each challenge with the help of Mother’s Heart.