Client Testimonies
Recent Testimonies
What If….
When Laura first walked through the doors of First Coast Women’s Services, she thought abortion was her only option. Laura was newly married with no local family or support. She just couldn’t see how they could afford a baby in their dire financial circumstances. Laura’s client advocate invited her to tour the beautiful Baby Boutique. She was surprised to see everything she would need for her baby. Laura was then asked the simple question, “What if….”
Luna’s Story
Luna was unsure what to do about her pregnancy when she first came to First Coast Women’s Services. Abandoned by the father of the baby, she felt lost and hopeless. Once she realized the support and resources available to her through the Center, though, she found a spark of hope that led to the new life of her daughter! Now, Luna is a proud mother of three along with the love of her life, Chris, who adopted her daughter as his own.
Isaiah & Keitra’s Story
Isaiah and Keitra’s relationship was on the rocks when they came to First Coast Women’s Services, so much so that Keitra was considering leaving Isaiah to move back to the Bahamas where he would never get to be a part of his daughter’s life. Thanks to the relationship skills classes and mentorship offered to them at FCWS, though, the couple not only worked through their relationship complications, they even got married! Now, they are the proud parents of two children and are faithfully attending church all thanks to a ministry that was willing to walk alongside them through the challenges that comes with pregnancy and relationships.
Testimonies from Abortion-Minded Women:
Mimi’s Story
When Mimi came to FCWS, she was several months pregnant and experiencing housing insecurity. With the help of the ministry’s Doors of Hope Fund, Mimi and her children are now in an apartment, and Mimi says she can’t imagine her life without her son, Asa.
Abbey’s Story
Abbey was certain she was going to have an abortion when she first came to First Coast Women’s Services. She didn’t think there was any way she could love her baby, conceived in rape. After hearing her daughter’s heartbeat, though, and finding support at FCWS, she decided to choose LIFE!
Miranda’s Story
Miranda’s story shows the incredible power of community. Miranda felt alone when she first came to FCWS, but after connecting with LaRonda and Cindy, she found hope. In addition to support from the Center, they helped Miranda find a church home to connect to where she has found ongoing community and even recently dedicated her precious son!
Catherine & Anthony’s Story
When Catherine first visited our FCWS Clay County Center, she was considering abortion and was in search of more information about her pregnancy options. Coming from an abusive past and unsure about her future, Catherine didn’t feel prepared to take on the responsibility of motherhood. Through the guidance and encouragement of her mentor, though, she felt EMPOWERED to choose LIFE for her daughter. Catherine is now engaged to her baby’s father and is actively involved in her local church, all while raising her beautiful baby girl, Evangelina.
Jenniffer & Brandon’s story
When Jenniffer and Brandon came to First Coast Women’s Services, they were uncertain about what to do with their unplanned pregnancy and were considering abortion. Ultimately, they made the decision for LIFE for their baby and are so glad they did!
antoinette’s story
When Antoinette came to First Coast Women’s Services, she was uncertain about what to do regarding her pregnancy. Upon google-searching for abortion clinics, though, she stumbled across First Coast Women’s Services and scheduled an appointment. After finding the support she was so desperate for in our Center, she decided to choose LIFE for her baby girl, whom she aptly named Treasure.
Adoption testimonies:
Katie’s Story
When Katie found out she was pregnant, she was certain she would abort. With the help of FCWS and her family, though, she made the decision to place her son for adoption. Over time, God worked in Katie’s life, bringing her back around to FCWS first as a volunteer and now as one of our sonographers!
Alecia’s Story
This is the story of Alecia Forester, a woman faced with an unplanned pregnancy, and tested to abort her baby for money. Because of her faith, she was compelled to give life to her baby boy and more.
life from ultrasounds:
Megan’s Story
Megan came to First Coast Women’s Services abortion-minded. However, once she saw her sweet baby on the ultrasound, she knew her only choice was LIFE! Now, she can’t imagine life without her daughter, Jasmine.
men’s Ministry Testimonies:
Robert’s Story
Robert came to know Christ after the tragic death of his child, Owen, who was stillborn at 9 months gestation. Through the love and support of FCWS volunteers and staff, Robert learned to navigate the valleys of life and come out stronger from them. He shares his story of loss, salvation, and new hope found in the birth of his daughter, Arabella Rose.
Tyron’s Story
Tyron grew up without a father and always struggled with the question, “why didn’t he want me?” After finding out he was going to be a father and coming to FCWS, Tyron began working three jobs while attending the Earn While You Learn classes, as he never had a father figure but wanted to learn from the example set by our Male Mentors. In this video, Tyron talks about the impact of the Men’s Ministry and mentoring on him and what made him want to come back multiple times to learn more about fatherhood.
Stories of loss & REdemption:
Shelby & Robert’s Story
Shelby and Robert came to FCWS in need of support and education during their pregnancy. When tragedy struck and their son was stillborn, however, they found themselves in search of answers. Through conversations with his male mentor and others, Robert came to know Christ. The couple also found renewed hope when they learned they were expecting again – a healthy baby girl, Arabella Rose.
Cathy & Tiffany’s Story
Cathy met Tiffany on her first visit to First Coast Women’s Services. As Cathy’s client advocate, Tiffany walked by Cathy’s side through her entire pregnancy. Following the birth of her son, Cathy continued to come to Earn While You Learn classes, bringing her son along with her as she continued to learn about motherhood. In May of 2021, Cathy’s life was tragically taken from her, but her mother Gwen found all her notes from Earn While You Learn and came back to the center to share with Tiffany how much FCWS had meant to her daughter.