Data informed conclusions.
We must look at the data regarding abortion and the emotional consequences that may result. It is time for research, not assumptions, to determine funding decisions about how best to support women in crisis. […]
October 2024 by Linda Herron Understanding the Heartache of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Jessica and Cole had been trying to conceive for three years. When they finally saw the positive pregnancy test, they were overjoyed. They called their parents and shared the news with their closest friends. They started planning for the future, the baby’s […]
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I recently read about the tragic death of a 19-year-old Canadian woman from a medical abortion (“the abortion pill”). I don’t know her name, but I’ll call her Sasha because she is deserving of a name. […]
October 2022 Pregnancy Care Centres in Canada: A Necessary Rebuttal Introductions Pregnancy Care Canada is a non-political, not-for-profit, faith-based, national best practice association for over 80 affiliated pregnancy care centres, at times referred to as crisis pregnancy centres (CPCs). Most but not all pregnancy care centres are affiliated with Pregnancy Care Canada. Our affiliated centres provide […]
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Post-Abortion Grief: Myth or Reality? July 2021 by Laura Lewis MD, CCFP If some women do not experience post-abortion loss or grief – does that mean no woman is allowed to have these feelings after an abortion? What if a woman does have feelings of loss or grief? Do we have the right to tell […]
Unexpected Pregnancy & Health Care Professionals February 2021 by Dr. Laura Lewis Sherie was 18 years old when she came to see me at the clinic on a Friday morning. She presented with a cold but admitted that she might be pregnant. Without me asking many questions, Sherie’s words spilled out, “I can’t go through […]
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Siblings. A loving gift. September 30, 2020 by Dr. Laura Lewis These ads stopped my scroll through Facebook. I instantly felt many things – shock, concern, and even some offence. And I thought, Is this conversation really happening in Canada? My mind Is filled with many concerns and questions. I’m equally concerned that this narrative will […]
3 Questions to ask before an abortion discussion May 19, 2020 Dr. Laura Lewis How do we approach and discuss abortion, a topic so heated and polarizing? Before jumping into a discussion about abortion, it’s best to first pause and consider a few questions. These questions can bring awareness and help us to approach the […]
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The Grey Zone August 30, 2019 by Rebecca Peters What is the grey zone? It’s a place of uncertainty. It’s hard to know which way to go, because it’s foggy and the paths are not clear. You know there are a number of choices, but you can’t see very far down each path. You listen […]
The Other Options Involved in Reproductive Choice June 3, 2019 by Laura Lewis MD, CCFP Reproductive choice is not simply access to abortion. Choice must also entail fully informed consent, alternatives to abortion, and respect for the validity of not choosing abortion. If we as a nation seek to uphold a woman’s right to reproductive choice, then we […]
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