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03/13/2026

Meet the Team 💜 Patient Services Coordinator – Stephanie Mathis

Working behind the scenes with excellence and heart, Stephanie coordinates our incredible team of advocates who walk each patient through her appointment. She ensures every woman is supported, cared for, and guided with compassion every step of the way.

03/12/2026

While the U.S. House passed two pro-life bills in late January 2026 to expand support for pregnant women and pregnant students, those efforts stalled in the Senate and have not yet become law.

What did come through loud and clear is this: the work of pregnancy help centers is being recognized as essential. 💙🤰🏼🍼

Thanks to your support, 1st Step continues to walk alongside women and families with real care, real resources, and real hope every day.

Want to read the full article? Click the link below 🔗

Last week, as thousands of Americans gathered to celebrate life and march for the unborn, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass two pieces of pro-life legislation. The first, introduced by Rep. Fischbach (R-Minn.), was the Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act (H.R. 6945...

03/11/2026

✨ Physically — strength, comfort & care
💛 Emotionally — reassurance & confidence
🙏 Spiritually — peace, purpose & prayer

03/09/2026

At 1st Step, advocates meet patients with open ears and open hearts; listening first, then walking them through the information and resources they need to move forward with confidence.

We are so thankful for our advocates and their impact with patients! Thank you Advocates! ❤

03/06/2026

Meet the Team 💙 Communications Coordinator - Madison Doerfler
Madison is often the first friendly face and voice our patients experience at 1st Step. From welcoming women at the front desk to following up with patients after their visit, she helps create a space that feels safe, cared for, and personal. We’re so grateful for the compassion she brings every day.

03/04/2026

Hands resting gently. A tiny heart beating steadily. In moments like this, love grows stronger with every heartbeat. 💜

03/03/2026

When Dora Esparza found out she was pregnant at 20, she felt afraid.. but hopeful. What followed was pressure, misinformation, a traumatic abortion experience at Planned Parenthood, and a life-threatening complication that nearly cost her everything.

Today, Dora shares her story of regret, survival, and redemption; now serving as a pregnancy resource center director and pointing women to truth and healing in Jesus. 💙

Her story is powerful and heartbreaking. Read the full article at the link below. 🔗
https://pregnancyhelpnews.com/abortion-drug-harm-doras-story-of-trauma-and-redemption

03/02/2026

Want to gather your group in prayer for women and families in our community? 🙏❤✝

Message us to schedule a prayer meeting at 1st Step Women's Center for your church or small group. We’d be honored to pray alongside you!

02/27/2026

Meet the Team 💜 Our Nurse Manager – Kimberly Blomberg
Kimberly brings compassion, kindness, and reassurance to every appointment. She has a special way of helping women feel seen, supported, and at ease. Thank you, Kimberly, for the care you pour into every single day 💜

02/26/2026

More than 8,000 lives have now been saved through the Abortion Pill Rescue® Network, as Heartbeat International marks a powerful milestone in offering hope to women who regret starting a chemical abortion.

With nearly 1,500 medical professionals worldwide and a 24/7 hotline, APR continues to provide safe, timely care, even amid legal and political opposition. Every number represents a child, a mother, and a second chance at life. 💙

Read more at the link below 🔗
https://pregnancyhelpnews.com/abortion-pill-rescue-network-tops-8-000-lives-saved

02/25/2026

A tiny heartbeat. A powerful reminder. In this quiet room, clarity replaces fear and hope begins to grow. ❤💗

02/24/2026

At the recent Students for Life of America National Pro-Life Summit in January of 2026, hundreds of students learned about the impact of the Abortion Pill Rescue Network and the Abortion Pill Reversal (APR) protocol, offering women a possible second chance after beginning a chemical abortion. 💊

With nearly 1,500 medical professionals in the network and more than 7,000 lives reportedly saved, APR continues to bring awareness and hope to the next generation of pro-life leaders.

Read more at the link below! 🔗
https://pregnancyhelpnews.com/gratitude-and-enthusiasm-for-apr-at-pro-life-students-summit