The pro-life movement is often misunderstood as focusing only on the life of the baby, overlooking the mother’s needs and well-being. However, the heart of the movement is far more expansive, aiming to empower and support women so they feel equipped to make informed decisions—decisions that honor their own God-given dignity and the life within them.

At the core of this mission is faith. Scripture reminds us to “carry each other’s burdens” as the Apostle Paul states in Galatians 6:2, and it is through this principle that the pro-life movement seeks to offer support and encouragement to women facing unexpected pregnancies.

A recent study published in Cureus highlights the lasting impact of coercion in pregnancy decisions. Many women facing unexpected pregnancies also face pressure from partners, family, or society, which pushes them toward choices they may later regret. The study reveals that women who felt pressured to abort experienced higher rates of depression, anxiety, and even PTSD-like symptoms, such as flashbacks and unresolved feelings of loss.

When women make decisions in a supportive, pressure-free environment, they are less likely to endure these painful outcomes. Heroic Media partners with pro-life centers that honor each woman’s journey, offering resources, emotional support, and practical assistance allowing her to make choices aligned with her values and protecting her long-term mental health.

Heroic Media exists to make women aware of pressure-free environments, connecting them to essential emotional, financial, and medical resources they need to make informed decisions for life. Our network offers comprehensive care, including accurate information about abortion, free ultrasounds, parenting classes, financial aid, job training, and material support. This holistic approach equips women to make choices they won’t regret, hopefully alleviating the pressure a woman feels to abort.

Heroic Media directly counters the misconception that the pro-life movement cares only about the baby. We are deeply committed to each woman’s well-being, providing a foundation of long-term support.

The notion that pro-life advocates primarily focus on the baby fails to capture the reality of the movement. Heroic Media-supported centers prioritize a woman-centered approach, understanding that she is the decision-maker. Through personalized counseling, compassionate support, and resources tailored to her unique needs, we empower her to make choices aligned with her values.

In many ways, each woman facing an unexpected pregnancy stands at a profound moment of faith, much like Mary did when she learned she would carry Jesus. She decided to trust God amid confusion and many unknowns. Mary trusted God amid the unknown, just as many women, like Olivia, lean into faith when confronted with uncertainty. With the support of Heroic Media, Olivia found the strength to trust in a life-affirming choice, embracing God’s presence in her journey.

Our commitment to women facing unexpected pregnancies is crucial, as research shows that those who feel pressured in coercive environments often lack support. Women deserve to know there are true safe spaces for them to turn in moments of fear—places where they can make confident, informed decisions for life, backed by both immediate help and long-term resources.

Heroic Media believes that informed choice is essential to a woman’s well-being. When she understands all her options and feels supported, she is more likely to feel at peace with her decision. Our centers provide essential resources—medical care, financial planning, and emotional support—so each woman can make a choice aligned with her values and aspirations, free from pressure.

Our efforts to reach and serve these women are fueled by prayer. We invite you to join us in praying for more women to encounter compassionate support, empowering them to make life-affirming decisions rooted in faith. Download our Prayer Book to uplift these women, their families, and the work Heroic Media does to support them.

To truly respect each woman’s dignity, we must provide the support and information she needs to make informed decisions. Heroic Media’s mission is rooted in changing the narrative, ensuring that no woman feels isolated in her decision. With each encounter, we offer a glimpse of God’s love, showing women that they are cherished, that they are capable, and that they are not alone.

The study’s findings reinforce why we take this approach, helping women avoid the long-term effects of coercion by providing truly supportive environments. Are you on board to change the narrative with us?