Abundant Hope Pregnancy Resource Center

02/08/2026

The pro-abortion movement hates stories like these because they prove that women don't need to sacrifice their children in order to chase their dreams. Moms are so strong. ❤️

02/07/2026

Pray for women who are experiencing fear, anxiety, or stress about their pregnancy—that they would find peace and comfort in a safe environment.

02/07/2026

Mom's with kids, you are never alone!

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is proud to continue serving as a Baby Safe Haven, a designated location where a parent can legally and safely surrender a newborn who is seven days old or younger, without any questions asked. A new Baby Safe Haven sign was recently installed outside the Emergency Department at the hospital to help raise awareness of this important resource for parents in crisis.

The Baby Safe Haven Act was created to protect vulnerable newborns and provide a safe, compassionate alternative for parents who may feel overwhelmed or afraid. This new sign helps make this lifesaving option more visible to the community and reinforces our role in supporting the safety and wellbeing of all families. It strengthens awareness of a safe path for newborns and promotes compassionate options for parents who are in crisis.

Pictured: from left to right: 𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘦𝘭 𝘛𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘻𝘻𝘪, 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘴𝘰𝘯, 𝘒𝘪𝘮 𝘉𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘭, 𝘕𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘦 𝘑𝘢𝘤𝘰𝘣, 𝘝𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘢 𝘊𝘰𝘩𝘦𝘯 (𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘯𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘓𝘪𝘧𝘦) 𝘈𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘴𝘢 𝘑𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘰𝘦𝘶𝘳, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘛𝘪𝘮 𝘊𝘰𝘰𝘨𝘢𝘯.

01/29/2026

The February Diaper Bank distribution will be held on Monday, February 2 from 10am-12noon or Thursday, February 5 from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Please stay tuned to Facebook for any additional information in case of inclement weather.

01/27/2026

Something to lift us on this cold day!

01/21/2026

Today we were blessed with a HUGE donation of baby items from St. Francis Xavier Church in Acushnet. A special thank you to Fr. Ryan Healy, Jay Hamel, the Junior High Youth Group and the parishioners for the Advent baby shower collection. Your generosity is beyond measure and we will certainly have everything we need to serve those in the community that take advantage of our Diaper Bank distribution. You are truly a blessing to us all!

01/03/2026

The January Diaper Bank disribution will be held this Monday, January 5 from 10am-12:00noon or Thursday, January 8 from 6:00pm-7:00pm.

01/03/2026

Babies don’t fall asleep simply because they are tired. Sleep is a physiological response tied to the nervous system’s sense of safety. When infants feel secure, supported, and connected, their body naturally transitions into rest.

Traditional strategies like darkness, silence, or strict schedules help, but they cannot create true safety on their own. Babies rely on synchrony with their caregivers, the subtle, responsive alignment of touch, voice, and presence, to feel protected enough to relax.

Synchrony involves noticing the baby’s cues, responding with calm energy, and creating a predictable, comforting environment. Gentle rocking, rhythmic breathing, soft speaking, or a caregiver’s heartbeat can all signal safety to the infant’s nervous system.

When caregivers provide consistent and attuned responses, babies learn that the world is predictable and their needs will be met. This fosters emotional regulation, secure attachment, and easier sleep patterns over time.

Understanding that sleep emerges from synchrony shifts the focus from rigid routines to connection. Caregivers who prioritize attuned presence help babies feel safe, supported, and ready to rest, making sleep a natural outcome of emotional and physiological security.

01/02/2026

Very important information. It's not too late to start!

Research shows that screen exposure before age 2 can negatively impact brain development. The first two years of life are a critical period when the brain forms neural connections at a rapid pace. Excessive screen time during this stage can interfere with essential learning processes.

Babies learn best through real-life interactions, exploration, and sensory experiences. Screens cannot replicate the richness of face-to-face communication, movement, and hands-on play. When babies spend time in front of screens instead of engaging with their environment, they may miss opportunities to develop language, problem-solving, and social skills.

Early and repeated screen exposure has been linked to changes in attention, cognitive processing, and language acquisition. Studies suggest that it can contribute to delays in communication, executive function, and emotional regulation, with effects that may persist long-term.

Parents can protect their child’s developing brain by minimizing or avoiding screen time in the first two years. Encouraging interactive play, reading, and exploration supports healthy neural growth, emotional regulation, and cognitive development.

Awareness of these risks allows caregivers to make informed decisions about media use. Prioritizing real-world experiences during early childhood lays the foundation for strong, resilient brain development and lifelong learning.