Resource Guide

for Pregnant & Parenting Students

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Baylor University

Resource Guide for Pregnant and Parenting Students

TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Standing With You Initiative…………………………………….…………….……… PAGE 6

  • About the Initiative
  • Resources Online

About Our School ……………………………………………………….…………………. PAGE 7

  • Contact Information
  • Policies

Resources on Campus ………………………….……..…………………………………. PAGE 12

  • Class Options
  • Lactation Rooms
  • Diaper Changing Stations
  • Other Resources on Campus

Medical Care ……………………………………………….………………...………….… PAGE 13

  • On Campus Health Care
  • Federally Qualified Health Centers
  • Other Medical Resources

Housing Resources …………………………………………………..……………….…… PAGE 16

  • University Housing
  • Local Housing

Clothing and Material Aid ………………………………..……………………………… PAGE 18

  • Maternity Clothes and Baby Items
  • Low Cost Items

Assistance with Food……………………………………………….……………………… PAGE 20

  • Local Food Banks
  • Food Assistance Programs

Child Care …………………………………………………………………………………… PAGE 22

  • National Resources
  • University Child Care Programs
  • Other Tips for Affordable Child Care
  • Child Support

Insurance ……………………………………………………………………………………   PAGE 26

  • Student Insurance Plan
  • Insurance for Low Income Families
  • Insurance for Your Child
  • Free Breast Pumps

Financing Your Education…………………………………………………………………..PAGE 29

  • Financial Aid at Baylor University
  • Government Grants
  • Private Foundations
  • State Specific Scholarships
  • Local Scholarships

Adoption ……………………………………………………………………………….…… PAGE 32

  • Local Adoption Resources
  • More Information on Adoption
  • Birth Parent Support

Other Places to Look for Help ……………………………………………………...…… PAGE 35

  • Local Non-Profit Agencies
  • Community Churches and Religious Organizations
  • Federal Assistance Programs

Counseling Resources ……………………………………………………………....……PAGE 38

  • Pregnancy Options
  • Campus Counseling Services
  • Postpartum Depression

Parenting Support….………………………………………………………………....…… PAGE 39

  • On Campus Support Groups
  • Parenting Classes
  • Local Parents Groups

Emergency Assistance…………………………………………………………………… PAGE 40

  • Campus Emergency Services
  • Peer Support
  • Abortion Pill Reversal
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Domestic Violence
  • Sexual Assault

Pregnancy Loss ……………………………………………………………………….…… PAGE 43

  • Miscarriage Support
  • After Abortion Healing Programs

Other Helpful Organizations ……………………..……………………………………… PAGE 45

  • Child Safety Seat Inspection
  • Transportation
  • Other Recommendations

This resource is a project of the Standing With You Initiative, a nationwide effort to unite school communities to better support pregnant and parenting students. Learn more about the Standing With You Initiative at www.StandingWithYou.org.

Baylor University Resource Guide

for Pregnant and Parenting Students

This Resource Guide has been compiled for you by:

Bears for Life

Bears for Life is here to help you succeed in continuing your education by providing resources to address your unique situation as a pregnant and parenting student at Baylor University. Bears for Life is happy to assist you as you seek support for your parenting and student needs.

Please contact us at baylorprolife@gmail.com or for more information. More information about our Standing With You Initiative can be found online at:

Our student group provides the following assistance and resources:

  • Peer support
  • Material aid (e.g. diapers, baby items, maternity clothes)
  • Assistance in scheduling appointments
  • Coordinating with departments on campus
  • Transportation to local pregnancy resource center or to doctor’s appointments
  • Babysitting services
  • Baby showers for expectant students
  • Advocating for resources, rights, and accommodations

THE STANDING WITH YOU INITIATIVE

About the Initiative

The Standing With You Initiative is a program of Students for Life of America offered nationwide to student leaders on high school and college campuses. The Initiative aims to dramatically increase resources and support for pregnant and parenting students by training student leaders in the most effective ways to advocate for their peers on campus. As a peer-driven campaign led by students for students, we hope to unite entire school communities to establish a welcoming, family friendly campus and to improve educational accessibility and attainment for pregnant and parenting students.

You may direct any questions to the Standing With You Director at

pregnancyresources@studentsforlife.org

Resources Online

At www.StandingWithYou.org, you can find hundreds of national resources that support pregnant and parenting students’ educational, pregnancy, parenting, and personal needs. The Initiative’s online resources include (but are not limited to):

  • 550+ campus resource pages
  • 12+ educational pages, including information on pregnancy options, financing your education, tips for balancing school and family, child care, reproductive health, etc. (https://standingwithyou.org/find-resources/)
  • Information and handouts regarding pregnant or parenting students’ legal rights and accommodations
  • Resources for raising awareness on your campus and in your community
  • Instructions and ideas to positively impact your school community and support your peers
  • And MORE!

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Baylor University

1301 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX 76706

Type (Private)

Religious Affiliation (Baptist)

Contact Information

At Baylor University, there are many persons and offices available to address your personal, student, and academic needs. Depending on your need, you may wish to consider contacting the following:

Title IX Coordinator

Laura Johnson, Title IX Coordinator

Phone: (254) 710-8454

Dean of Students

Sharra Hynes, Ph.D.

Email: Sharra_Hynes@baylor.edu

Appointments: Sharon Still (Assistant to the Dean) – Sharon_Still@baylor.edu

University Health Center

Appointments needed, not a walk-in clinic

To make an appointment, follow this link:

https://www.baylor.edu/health_center/ 

or call:  254-710-1010

Fall/Spring Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday: 9am-1pm, Sunday: Closed

Summer Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; Saturday and Sunday: Closed  

Location: 2nd Floor of the McLane Student Life Center

Counseling Services

Phone: 254-710-2467

Email: Counseling_Center@baylor.edu

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm

Location: 2nd Floor of the McLane Student Life Center (Student ID needed for SLC Entrance)

Office of Financial Aid

Clifton Robinson Tower, Suite 150

700 S. University Parks Drive Waco, TX 76706

Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-5pm, Thursday: 9:30 am-5pm 

Email: Financial_Aid@baylor.edu 

Phone: 1-800-BAYLOR-U option 8, 2

        (254)-710-2611

Fax: (833)-969-0184

Mailing address:

Baylor University

Student Financial Aid Office

One Bear Place #97028

Waco, TX 76798-7028

Academic Assistance

Paul L. Foster Success Center

Sally Firmin, Academic Support Programs Director

Email: Sally_Firmin@baylor.edu

Location: Sid Richardson, West Wing Ground Level

Phone: (254)-710-8696

Fax: (254)-710-3670

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to Noon and 1pm to 5pm

Email: Academic_Support@baylor.edu 

Online Programs:

Baylor offers a variety of online programs that women in need can utilize if they desire, including but not limited to: Master of Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of Education, etc.

Go to https://www.baylor.edu/online/ to find information about online programs.

Campus Police

Physical Address: Speight Plaza Parking Facility, 1521 S. 4th Street Waco, Texas 76706

Non-Emergency Phone #: (254)-710-2211

Emergency Phone #: (254)-710-2222

Services Include: security escorts, safe place exchange, lost and found, special event staffing, bike registration, med-return drug disposal kiosk

Campus Ministry

Baylor Spiritual Life Office, located in the Bobo Spiritual Life Center

Dr. Burt Burleson, University Chaplain

Email: burt_burleson@baylor.edu

Phone: (254)-710-3517

Bobo Spiritual Life Center is open during the school day with offices open to help direct people to relevant campus ministries and resources.

Reformed University Fellowship (RUF)

Meets Wednesdays 8pm in Elliston Chapel

RUF Campus Minister-Way Rutherford:  1-502-403-8765 wrutherford@ruf.org

Female Campus Minister- Olivia Shields olivia.shields@ruf.org

Baptist Student Ministry (BSM)

Meets Thursdays at 7 p.m in Bobo Spiritual Life Center

BSM Director, Charlie Ramsey, Ph.D: Charles_Ramsey@baylor.edu

Catholic Student Association (CSA)

  • Office Hours
    Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
    Center Hours
    Daily: 9am-11pm
    Phone: (254) 757-0636
    Fax: (254)-714-0639

    Physical Address:
    1415 South 9th Street
    Waco, TX 76706
    Mailing Address:
    St. Peter Catholic Student Center
    P.O. Box 6060
    Waco, TX 76706
  • Policies concerning Pregnant and Parenting Students
  • School Policies Baylor University is a Title IX institution, which means it offers students protection on a variety of issues. Most notably, however, Baylor cannot discriminate against a pregnant student and has to stop any discrimination of this kind that comes to the University’s attention.
  • Title IX
  • Our school is a Title IX abiding institution.
  • For more information regarding pregnant and parenting students’ rights on campus, We recommend that you refer to: www.StandingWithYou.org/Students-Rights/. This webpage provides detailed information and handouts on Title IX (a federal law that
  • protects you from discrimination).
  • Some protections include:
  • If a student misses class due to necessary pregnancy-related medical absence, the school must allow the student to make up the missed work and provide the appropriate information to complete assignments.
  • Pregnant students must be provided with any special services that are also provided to students with temporary disabilities (such as at-home tutoring).
  • If a student becomes pregnant and chooses to stay in school, the school cannot use the student’s pregnancy as a reason to terminate or reduce that student’s athletic, merit, or need-based scholarships.
  • A pregnant student cannot be kicked out of campus housing while she is pregnant. She is allowed to remain in her current housing situation for the duration of her pregnancy (after which she may be asked to move to family-friendly housing).

For student athletes: 

It is recommended that you review NCAA’s Pregnant and Parenting Student-Athletes: Resources and Model Policies (http://www.ncaa.org/sites/default/files/PregnancyToolkit.pdf ). See the section entitled “Federal Protection Against Pregnancy Discrimination” for an outline of protections and accommodations.

Some protections include:

  • You cannot be harassed or discriminated against.
  • You cannot be kicked off your team to pregnancy or parental status.
  • You cannot lose your athletic scholarship due to pregnancy (if you choose to remain on the team).
  • You may be allowed a red shirt season and granted a hardship waiver (which allows for an extra season of competition in your sport).

RESOURCES ON CAMPUS

Class Options

Flexible Class Options

Available class options on our campus include:

  • Online
  • Morning
  • Evening
  • Summer
  • Winter

Register for Classes

To learn more about available classes and to register, please contact the office of the registrar:

One Bear Place #97068

Waco, Texas 76798-7068

Academic Support

If you need additional classroom support, our school offers:

  • Academic Counseling
  • Academic Instruction
  • Assistance for learning disabilities
  • Learning Labs
  • Mentoring
  • Supplemental Instruction
  • Academic Improvement Plans
  • Tutoring
  • Visit https://www.baylor.edu/support_programs/ for more information on these programs

Lactation Rooms

State Policies

In this state Texas, mothers are protected and accommodated under the following lactation policies:

  • Tex. Health Code Ann. 165.002 (1995) authorizes a woman to breastfeed her child in any location.
  • Tex. Health Code Ann. 165.003 et seq. provides for the use of a “mother-friendly” designation for businesses who have policies supporting worksite breastfeeding. (HB 340) The law provides for a worksite breastfeeding demonstration project and requires the Department of Health to develop recommendations supporting worksite breastfeeding. (HB 359)

Baylor Policies and Procedures:

Clifton Robinson Tower | Suite 200700 S University Parks DrWaco, TX 76706

254-710-2000

askhr@baylor.edu

Diaper Changing Stations

Available Changing Stations

  • There are diaper changing stations available at various locations across campus.

Namely, the 1st floor of the Baylor Student Union Building is equipped with changing stations in bathrooms of both genders.

  • See available resources on pg. 34 of this document for resources on diaper supply.

MEDICAL CARE

On Campus Health Care

University Health Center

Appointments needed, not a walk-in clinic

To make an appointment, follow this link:

https://www.baylor.edu/health_center/ 

or call:  254-710-1010

Fall/Spring Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday: 9am-1pm, Sunday: Closed

Summer Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; Saturday and Sunday: Closed  

Location: 2nd Floor of the McLane Student Life Center

Federally Qualified Health Centers

Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) are community-based organizations that provide comprehensive primary care and preventive care (e.g. health, oral, women’s health, and mental health/substance abuse services). Services are provided to persons of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay or health insurance status.

Find a FQHC near you at: HRSA Data Warehouse or www.GetYourCare.org

Health Texas Women

www.healthytexaswomen.org

512-776-7796

Provides the FREE or reduced cost services already funded by tax dollars. Most women qualify.

Same Day appointments, apply online.

Services include but are not limited to:  

  • Annual Exams, Family Planning, Breast & Cervical cancer screening
  • Mammograms, Cervical Dysplasia services, HIV screening
  • Screening and treatment for postpartum depression

The following participating local clinics are:

Women’s Health Center at HillCrest

120 Hillcrest Medical BLVD

Building 11

Waco, Texas 76712

(254)-313-6500

Martin Luther King Clinic

1911 N. MLK Jr. BLVD

WACO, TX 76704

(254)-313-5000

South 18 St. Community Clinic

1800 Gurley Ln.

Waco, TX 76706

(254)-313-6000

McGregor Community Clinic

500 Johnson Dr.

McGregor, TX 76657

(254)-313-5200

Other Medical Resources

Please note: The Standing With You Initiative is pro-life and pro-woman program facilitated through Students for Life of America. As a life-affirming organization, Students for Life of America will not recommend or refer to Planned Parenthood or any other abortion provider. We encourage student groups and schools to find alternative solutions (such as federally qualified health centers) that provide holistic, comprehensive services for women and families.

STI Testing

STI testing and/or treatment is provided at the following locations:

Campus Health Services

Baylor Health Center

www.baylor.edu/health_center/

McLane Student Life Center, 2nd floor

254-710-1010

Health_Services@baylor.edu

Local Pregnancy and Parenting Support (FREE!)

Care Net

http://pregnancycare.org/contact/

1818 Columbus Ave

Waco, TX 76701

Pregnancy Tests, STD Testing, Ultrasounds

OBGYN Services

If you are unsure of where to find an OBGYN for your women’s and prenatal services, we recommend the pro-life OBGYNs associated with the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG):

American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists
https://aaplog.org
On the AAPLOG website, you can find the physician directory is available to assist those who wish to locate a pro-life physician. Each of the listed physicians have affirmed pro-life values. Find your nearest pro-life physician at https://www.aaplog.org/aaplog-physician-directory

HOUSING RESOURCES

University Housing

University Housing Options

On campus housing is not available as of 2/19/18.

Local Housing

CareNet of Central Texas Support Services Location

800 West Waco Drive (Subject to change on January 1, 2021)

Waco, TX 76701

Phone: 254-722-8270

For an initial phone interview to assess eligibility for our guesthouse. Any question or concerns about a place to stay, please call 254-772-8270.

Rental Assistance

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families:

http://www.tanf-benefits.com

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (Renting):

https://www.hud.gov/states/texas/renting

CLOTHING AND MATERIAL AID

Maternity Clothes and Baby Items

Being a parent and a student is tough on the bills! Finding places and people to help support your family’s material needs will help ease that burden. For material assistance (such as maternity clothes, baby items, etc), please contact the following organizations:

CareNet of Central Texas

http://pregnancycare.org

800 West Waco Drive (Subject to change on January 1, 2021)

Waco, TX 76701

Phone:  (254) 772-8270

OptionLine
www.OptionLine.org or (800)HELPLINE
OptionLine provides a listing of pregnancy resource centers in your community. Go online to search for an agency closest to you. Centers that provide material assistance will have “material aid” listed in the services section. Other services may include free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, STI/STD testing, counseling, and parenting classes. Services are often free or inexpensive. These centers do not refer for abortion. Call 1-800-712-HELP or text HELPLINE to 313131.

Local Churches and Religious Communities
Local churches often have outreaches and ministries that serve their community. Contact the religious organizations in your area, and inquire about programs that may provide material support.

 

Low Cost Items

Goodwill
The Goodwill and other thrift stores offer low priced items. You can find clothing, houseware, and other miscellaneous supplies. To locate a Goodwill store near you, go to http://www.goodwill.org/locator/. Local Heart of Texas Goodwill Industries:

  • 1000 East Waco Drive

Waco, TX 76704

  • 2439 La Salle Ave

Waco, TX 76706

  • 1700 South New Road

Waco, TX 76711

  • 1508 Hewitt Dr

Waco, TX 76712

Craig’s List

http://www.craigslist.org/

Search Craig’s List for inexpensive and free items. With new listings everyday, you may easily find that crib that you cannot afford or even a stroller for free. Car seats, bouncers, clothes, and more are just a click away. Search the “Baby+Kid” or the “Free” section to find those items that you may need most. You can also find Garage Sales in your area! (*For safety reasons, we recommend asking a friend to join you when picking up items.)

ASSISTANCE WITH FOOD

If you are struggling to secure food for you and your family, there are programs in our community that can assist you.

Local Food Banks

Feeding Your Family

It’s okay to accept help. If you need assistance feeding your family, consider reaching out to these local programs:

Antioch Community Church Pantry

TH, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm

  • Every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., we come together in the Journey Room to share a meal with people in poverty, have a time of worship and hear a message. We invite you to join us. Childcare is provided and kids also share a meal together.
  • Every Saturday from 10 a.m. – noon, at the Prayer and Equipping Center, there is an opportunity for men, women and families in need to receive food one time a month (no identification is required).

https://antiochwaco.com/community-outreach-2/

505 N 20th St.

Waco, TX

(254) 754-0386

Contact Heather Ray for more information heather.ray@antiochwaco.com

Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry

TH, 3:00 pm-6:00 pm

1401 N. 34th St.

Waco, TX

(254) 722-9517

Caritas of Waco

MTWTHF, 8:00 am-4:00 pm        

Covid-19 Adjusted hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM-11:00 AM and 1:00PM Until 2:00PM (Dates and times subject to change with holidays and weather)

http://www.caritas-waco.org/

300 S. 15th St.

Waco, TX

(254) 753-4593

Saint Francis Social Ministry

Food Pantry open the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month 9:00 a.m- 11:15 a.m

        MWF, 9:00-11:15 am

301 Jefferson

Waco, TX - 76701

(254) 752-3254

Salvation Army Pantry Waco

        Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm

        http://www.salvationarmy.org

        4721 W. Waco Dr.

        Waco, TX

        (254) 756-7271

National Food Support Programs

For more help and information about food assistance, you can contact these national programs:

  • Project Bread: Project Bread works to improve access to nutritious food for children and families. Their Food Source Hotline is 1-800-645-8333 and their comprehensive Food Resource Guide can be found on their website, www.projectbread.org 
  • Food Pantries.org: FoodPantries.org provides a full list of local food pantries. This list can be found at http://www.foodpantries.org/
  • Feeding America: Feeding America is committed to helping end the fight against hunger. Find your local food bank using Feeding America’s helpful food bank locator: http://feedingamerica.org/foodbank-results.aspx 

Food Assistance Programs

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
The purpose of WIC is to insure that women and their children are eating nutritious foods that their body needs. WIC provides eligible applicants with checks to purchase designated healthy foods from local grocery stores. They also provide help with breastfeeding including free breast pumps and formula. Contact your local office by calling their toll-free number found here: http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/toll-free-numbers-wic-state-agencies. Learn more about WIC benefits here: WIC Program - Waco McLennan County Public Health District (waco-texas.com) 

  • Waco WIC

225 W Waco Dr

Waco TX 76707

Phone: (254) 750-5474

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps.
If eligible, the SNAP program will help pay your grocery bill so that you and your child can eat well while you attend school. To be eligible, students must be a single parent who has a child under age of 6 in the home. The applicant may not have over 2,000 in cash or bank account assets. Student loans do not count as assets.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/programs/tanf

TANF is a federal assistance program that provides temporary cash assistance and food stamps to single mothers and low-income individuals, showing a need.

  • Waco, Texas, TANF Services
  • SNAP Food benefits (Food Stamps)
  • Cash Help for Families
  • Medicaid for Families and Children
  • Please visit the following webpage for more information on services, requirements, and applications

Waco TANF Office Address

        612 Austin Ave

Waco, TX - 76701

(254) 752-4839

Located in McLennan County

CHILD CARE

The number one stressor for most student parents is finding affordable childcare providers that they can trust.  We hope that the following national and local resources help you meet that need.

National Resources

If you qualify as a “low-income family”

Early Head Start        

Early Head Start is a child development program for low-income families. Each Early Head Start program is responsible for determining its own eligibility criteria. Family income is one key factor in determining eligibility. The federal poverty guidelines (http://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty/) are used to evaluate family income. Early Head Start programs may elect to target their services to a particular population to best meet the unique needs of families and children in their community.

Head Start

The Head Start Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), provides grants to local private, nonprofit and public agencies to provide child care services to low-income families. Local Head Start programs are authorized to accept a certain percentage of children whose family incomes are above the poverty level and, under certain conditions, pregnant women.

  • HHS provides on its website a Head Start Program Locator Tool:

Head Start Center Locator | ECLKC (hhs.gov)

Child Care and Development Fund

The Child Care and Development Fund, a program of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, provides child care grants each year to state, tribal, and U.S. territory governments to assist low-income families. The program uses vouchers and provider contracts to provide subsidized child care to eligible families, which include parents and the primary caregivers of children 12 years of age and under, or disabled persons under 19 years of age. Eligible applicants are employed, enrolled in a job training or education program, or are under court supervision directives that require child care. HHS provides state and tribal contacts on its Web site. Local departments of social services can also provide information about the program.

University Child Care Programs

Child Care on Campus

Child care programs are not available on campus as of 2020.

Student Support Network

Our student group, Bears for Life, is willing to provide or refer you to:

  • Babysitting nights during finals
  • Emergency babysitting arrangements
  • Student parent group on campus

Please contact baylorprolife@gmail.com for more information about our student group’s services.

Other Tips for Affordable Childcare

Local Child Care Programs

Think Play Grow Academy

2000 N. 25th St.

Waco, TX

(254) 732-4881

Chinaberries Learning Center

10412 China Spring Highway Suite K

Waco, TX

(254) 836-0838

Candy Cane Corner

9901 Panther Way

Waco, TX

(254) 666-1344

Other Child Care Options

For more child care tips and options to consider, check out:

  • Raising Kids on a Shoestring Magazine

http://www.feministsforlife.org/rkoas 

Feminists for Life’s issue of The American Feminist® magazine, “Raising Kids on a Shoestring,” is a holistic national guide filled with free and frugal resources, smart and creative solutions, and practical support that pregnant women, expectant fathers, and parents deserve. Great tool for advisors and counselors.

  • Care.com

https://www.care.com 

Care.com is the world’s largest online destination for care. We connect families with great caregivers and caring companies to help you be there for the ones you love. Care.com provides a database for caregivers (e.g. babysitters, nannies, daycare centers). On this website, parents can post the job (including descriptions of your needs for child care, age of your child, any special requirements). You can also search for caregivers in your area and review the profiles of potential caregivers.

  • Local Church Affiliations: Another great option is to approach your local church about after school care or extended daycare hours. Usually, they will offer church members free care or very cheap assistance. Most of the time these pre-schools and daycare have much less strict requirements than a Government Daycare Assistance program. This is a great alternative to finding a home daycare or after school program that can end up costing upwards of $150 a week.
  • Meet-up Groups: Check out local Meet-up Groups (meetup.com) and look for categories including parenting, babysitting co-ops, and childcare.You can even ask local moms groups, like MOPS groups (https://www.mops.org), if moms know of better options.

Child Support

According to the Federal Government, every child is entitled to receive financial assistance from both parents.  It is important to secure this as soon as possible after giving birth.

Here are the steps that need to be taken:

  1. The baby’s father calls your state’s child support department to receive information on how to acknowledge paternity. Typically, the father will have to attain a paternity affidavit or by way of court order in order to gain parental rights and responsibilities.
  2. You and the baby’s father will then visit your state’s child support department.

SupportKids

Supportkids

SupportKids is the largest private child support collection company in the country offering custodial parents an alternative to government agencies. For more information, please go to https://www.supportkids.com, or call (800) 691-KIDS, or 866-656-6642.

INSURANCE

Your health is paramount to not only your family, but to you. It is crucial that families have the type of insurance plan that will give the best service, the best coverage, and the best rates. Plans are varied, and each profile is unique to the family and to the company you are applying to. 

Student Health Insurance Plan

Baylor University Student Health Insurance Plan: Gold Plan (Gold Plan specifically is beneficial to pregnant women or students with dependents)

URL Link: BAYLOR | Home (myahpcare.com)

Contact: Betty Fornelius, 254-710-1493 (P), betty_fornelius@baylor.edu

Benefits:

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/s3P11be5l8XWxeAwDoq7M-Seg5vbpiZjYEHfsC7B5jtOenL_MC9F2Z4puUIfWZGdXbog9f5SBO-AMDlGsWyRWT04amMNyRYqqqkvKOaDGTOZCD4Op2cz6PYga6lzKytsJmKNoGBJ

The Gold Plan specifically allows for dependents and covers prenatal, childbirth, and maternity services.

Insurance for Low-Income Families

Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) help you cover medical expenses for children and people with disabilities who meet income requirements.

  • Adults can qualify for Medicaid if they have disabilities, care for children, are 65 or older or take part in the Medicaid Buy-In.
  • If you're an adult caring for a child, you might qualify for Medicaid.
  • Children without health insurance might be able to get low-cost or free health coverage from the Children's Health Insurance Program
  • Children's Medicaid covers services needed to keep kids healthy. It is for people 18 and younger and healthy who come from families with little or no money.
  • Most Medicaid services (plans) in Texas and all CHIP services are delivered through providers called managed care organizations.
  • Learn more about STAR+PLUS managed care expansion.
  • Learn more about the new STAR Kids program.
  • Learn about the new managed care expansion.
  • The Medicaid Buy-In program offers low-cost Medicaid health care services — including community-based services and supports — to individuals with disabilities who work.
  • Medicaid Buy-In for Children can help pay medical bills for children with disabilities. This program helps families who need health insurance but make too much money to get traditional Medicaid.
  • My Children's Medicaid has helpful tips to keep your little ones healthy and explains the benefits of the program.

The Texas Pregnancy Care Network can help mothers find counseling, child care, transportation, life skills classes and more.

Insurance for Your Child

Child's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) | Medicaid

This program provides free or low cost health insurance for children up to age 19. This insurance covers doctor visits, immunizations, hospitalizations and emergency room visits. The income limit changes yearly and currently a family’s gross income must be below 200 percent federal poverty level (FPL) for the children to get CHIP coverage. Generally, a family’s gross income must be below 133 percent FPL for children age one to five years to get Medicaid.

Medicaid client hotline

1-800-252-8263

For information on Texas benefits

1-877-541-7905

Free Breast Pumps

Most insurance plans now cover free breast pumps and other lactation resources (such as professional lactation consultations and in home support). You can call your insurance provider to ask what lactation resources are covered in your benefits package. Your insurance company may ship these items to your house. Or you can talk to hospital staff (where you intend to give labor) to ask about their lactation programs and resources.

FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION

Financial Aid at Baylor University

Your pregnancy and the birth of your child will change how you need to file for financial aid.  If you filed for Free Application or Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before you knew you were pregnant, you need to revisit the Financial Aid Office. Let them know about your pregnancy immediately, and discuss financial assistance options (e.g. grants, scholarships, work-study, loans) to help meet your needs.

Baylor’s Financial Aid Office

Address: Clifton Robinson Tower, Suite 150
                700 S. University Parks Dr.
                Waco, TX 76706

E-mail: Financial_Aid@baylor.edu
Phone: 254-710-2611

Chat: OnBase 20.3.5.1000 (baylor.edu)

Government Grants

Academic Competitiveness Grant: Academic Competitiveness Grant

Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) | EducationGrant.org

The federal government also offers students with the opportunity to obtain needed college funds through the Academic Competitiveness Grant, or ACG. This grant may be used in conjunction with Pell Grants. Unlike Pell Grants, however, the ACG is performance-based. It is designed for those who are enrolled in the first or second year of their college education. Application is open to all students who submit a Free Application for Financial Student Aid.

Federal Pell Grant  

www.fafsa.ed.gov

Pell Grants are available to all college students who can demonstrate financial need, including single mothers and pregnant mothers. This is a need-based program offered through the federal government, so it is best suited for low-income individuals. The Federal Pell Grant can be extremely useful to finance study material cost and the tuition fees of university. Reward amounts may be as high as $5,000 per semester for those who qualify. Applications can be conducted online by completing the Free Application for Financial Student Aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students should research application deadlines to ensure that funds are received for the upcoming semester as needed.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) 

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Federal Student Aid

This is another grant offered by the federal government. It is a need-based grant like Pell Grants, and it is designed to be used as a supplemental financing option in conjunction with Pell Grants. As with the previous two federal grants, interested candidates can complete the Free Application for Financial Student Aid to be considered for this program.

Private Foundations

Hundreds of private foundations offer scholarships for students pursuing higher education. While you may particularly qualify for scholarships for mothers and women, it helps to broaden your search to consider scholarships for single parents, socioeconomic need, ethnicity, field of study (career path), etc.

Woman-focused and non-traditional scholarships are perfect vehicles for parenting students to use to get funding to continue or return to college. Some recommendations are listed below. We encourage you to see our listing (with full descriptions) at National Resources | Standing With You.

  • Women’s Opportunity Awards
  • R.O.S.E. Scholarship
  • Jeanette Rankin Foundation
  • The Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund
  • SWE Scholarship
  • Emerge Scholarship Program
  • Patsy Takemoto Mink Scholarship for Low-Income Women
  • Sister Thea Bowman Foundation
  • Scholarships For Moms
  • P.E.O. Sisterhood
  • Women’s Independence Scholarship Program (WISP)
  • United Negro College Fund
  • American Association of University Women
  • Talbots Women’s Scholarship Fund
  • Hispanic Scholarship Fund
  • Denny's Single Parent Student Scholarship
  • Lifetime Adoption Foundation

State-Specific Scholarships

We do not currently know of any Texas scholarships, but contact Bears For Life  

(baylorprolife@gmail.com) or Pro-Life Waco (prolifewaco@gmail.com) for possible scholarship

money. Sometimes, local churches will offer scholarship money as well.

Local Scholarships

There are currently no local scholarships for pregnant or parenting students, but Bears For Life  

(baylorprolife@gmail.com) or Pro-Life Waco (prolifewaco@gmail.com) might be able to raise money for a scholarship. Sometimes, local churches will offer scholarship money as well.

ADOPTION

Making the decision to place your child in a loving home is a difficult and courageous choice. We support you in whatever decision you make to give you and your child the best future. As you think about your options, we encourage you to contact an adoption agency.

Local Adoption Resources

The following resources can help provide you with more information regarding adoption and help guide you through the adoption process.

Local Adoption Agencies

Nightlight Christian Adoptions

www.nightlight.org

400 Schroeder Dr.

Waco, TX 76710

Phone: (254) 741-1633

Fax: (254) 741-0991

More Information on Adoption

Catholic Charities

catholiccharitiesusa.org

They provide options counseling, adoption placement services including: foster care, international adoption, special needs adoption and interstate adoption.  They also provide post adoption services as well as search and reunion services. Call (703) 549-1390 to learn about programs in your area.

AdoptUsKids

AdoptUSKids

AdoptUsKids raises public awareness about the need for foster and adoptive families for children in public child welfare system.  Recruit foster and adoptive families and connect them with children. Call (888) 200-4005 to learn about AdoptUsKids. En español: 877-236-7831

Bethany Christian Services

Bethany Christian Services

The nation's largest adoption and foster care agency that cares for women facing unplanned pregnancies and orphans living on 5 continents. For more information, please call (800)BETHANY, or fill out the online contact form: Bethany.

Lifetime Adoption

Lifetime Adoption

Lifetime Adoption assists African American couples wanting to adopt and birth mothers seeking African-American families. Call toll-free at (800) 923-6783, or fill out the online contact form: Comments, Suggestions & Technical Support - Lifetime Adoption

Faithful Adoption Consultants

What We Do — Faithful Adoption Consultants

Faithful Adoption Consultants is referral service that networks our clients with licensed agencies and attorneys throughout the United States. The FAC team assists parents through their adoption process and provide helpful answers to your adoption questions. Email the FAC team at info@faithfuladoptionconsultants.com or ask@facadopts.com, or call (678)559-2164.

Birthparent Support

Bethany Christian Services
https://www.bethany.org/

Phone: (800) 238-4269
Bethany Christian Services is a global nonprofit organization that brings families together and keeps families together. Strengthening families for the well-being of children is our top priority. Our services include adoption, foster care, and pregnancy counseling. If you are pregnant and considering adoption, Bethany Christian Services will provide pregnancy support and help you make an adoption plan. Bethany Christian Services can also provide financial assistance for living expenses during your pregnancy (e.g. rent when you can’t work, food, transportation, utilities, or maternity clothes) and help with medical and legal expenses if needed. Call (800) 238-4269 for further assistance.

BirthMom Buds
www.birthmombuds.com
Email: birthmombuds@gmail.com
Phone: 1-855-4-MyBBud (855-469-2283)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birthmombuds
BirthMom Buds is a national web based non profit organization which provides support to pregnant women considering adoption as well as birthmothers who have already placed children for adoption through its website, toll free support line, as well as many programs including the Pregnant and Placing Program, Buddy System, and Annual Birthmother Retreats.

Sally's Lambs

Sally’s Lambs – The Radiance Foundation

Phone: (877) 517-4463 ext. 804

Their mission is to encourage and support birth moms facing unplanned pregnancies. By working with established pregnancy care centers, adoption agencies and with birth mothers directly, Sally’s Lambs® will meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of birth mothers. Call (877) 517-4463 ext. 804, or fill out the online contact form.

OTHER PLACES TO LOOK FOR HELP

Local Non-Profit Agencies

These local non-profit agencies are equipped to assist single mothers with such services as parenting support, financial guidance and assistance, daycare assistance, food, clothing and other necessities. Local non-profit agencies include:

  • CareNet
  • Pregnancy testing, ultrasound, STD referrals, pregnancy options, food, clothing, classes, housing, and post-abortion services
  • Office: (254) 772-6175
  • Hotline: 1-800-712-4357
  • Location: 7110 Sanger Avenue

Waco, TX 76712

  • Our Lady of the Angels Maternity Shelter
  • Children’s Connections Inc.
  • Waco Diaper Bank
  • United Way

Community Churches and Religious Organizations

These community churches and temples have organized programs to help single mothers and individuals with low incomes.

  • Columbus Avenue Baptist Church
  • Office: (254) 752-1655
  • 1300 Columbus Ave.
  • Antioch Community Church
  • Office: (254) 754-0386
  • 510 North 20th St.

State Assistance Programs

When you have exhausted your options on a local level, or simply require further help, there are a variety of state and federal programs designated to help low-income families and single mothers. You will be required to meet with a caseworker who will discuss their program and review your personal information to affirm that you qualify (including your earned income, proof of residence, past due bills, and dependent information).

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
The purpose of WIC is to insure that women and their children are eating nutritious foods that their body needs. WIC provides eligible applicants with checks to purchase designated healthy foods from local grocery stores. They also provide help with breastfeeding including free breast pumps and formula. Contact your local office by calling their toll-free number found here: http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/toll-free-numbers-wic-state-agencies. Learn more about WIC benefits here: WIC Program - Waco McLennan County Public Health District (waco-texas.com) 

  • Waco WIC

225 W Waco Dr

Waco TX 76707

Phone: (254) 750-5474

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps.
If eligible, the SNAP program will help pay your grocery bill so that you and your child can eat well while you attend school. To be eligible, students must be a single parent who has a child under age of 6 in the home. The applicant may not have over 2,000 in cash or bank account assets. Student loans do not count as assets.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/programs/tanf

TANF is a federal assistance program that provides temporary cash assistance and food stamps to single mothers and low-income individuals, showing a need.

  • Waco, Texas, TANF Services
  • SNAP Food benefits (Food Stamps)
  • Cash Help for Families
  • Medicaid for Families and Children
  • Please visit the following webpage for more information on services, requirements, and applications

Waco TANF Office Address

        612 Austin Ave

Waco, TX - 76701

(254) 752-4839

Located in McLennan County

Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

http://liheap.org/

LIHEAP is a federal assistance program that provides assistance with energy-related costs, including paying utility bills, weatherization procedures and/or energy-related home repairs.

  • Please visit the following webpage for more information on services, requirements, and applications
  • https://www.eoacwaco.org/community-services/

Waco/McLennan County LIHEAP Office Address

        EOAC Office

500 Franklin Avenue

Waco, TX 76701

Office:  (254) 756-0954

Fax:  (254) 756-7664

COUNSELING RESOURCES

Pregnancy Support

Pregnant? You are not alone. There are several pregnancy resource centers in your area. Services are typically FREE! For confidential support and counseling to help you in your pregnancy decisions, please contact:

CareNet Pregnancy Center

http://pregnancycare.org/

Administrative/Pregnancy Support

800 West Waco Drive (Subject to change on January 1, 2021)

Waco, TX 76701

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Phone: 254-772-8270

 

Medical Services

Pregnancy Tests, STD testing, Ultrasounds

7110 Sanger Avenue

Waco, TX 76712

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Phone: 254-772-6175

Option Line
https://optionline.org/

OptionLine provides free and confidential counseling as well as accurate information about pregnancy and pregnancy options. These centers support life-affirming choices, and they do not refer women to abortion providers. There are over 3,000 pregnancy resource centers across the country. Find a pregnancy resource center near you at Option Line - Pregnancy Help Online - Home. Call (800) 712-HELP, or text HELPLINE to 313131 for assistance.

Nurturing Networks

The Nurturing Network

Nurturing Networks provide practical, life-saving services to women facing the crisis of an unplanned pregnancy, including education options to continue her pregnancy and the life of her unborn child without sacrificing her own hopes and dreams. Call 1-800-TNN-4MOM for assistance. Email Mary (mary@nurturingnetwork.org), or Ann (ann@nurturingnetwork.org ). Or, fill out a contact form at The Nurturing Network Contact Information.

Campus Counseling Services

At Baylor, you can access the following mental health resources to help you succeed as an individual, a student, and a parent:

Baylor Counseling Center

Counseling Center | Baylor University

McLane Student Life Center, 2nd floor

Services: Walk in Clinic, Consultation, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Couples Therapy, Specialty Behavior Services

Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Support International

http://www.postpartum.net/ 

Phone: 1-800-944-4773

Email for Support & Resources: support@postpartum.net 

Online Support Groups: http://www.postpartum.net/psi-online-support-meetings/

Find Local Support: http://www.postpartum.net/get-help/locations/united-states/

Postpartum Support International offers information and resources for women suffering from postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis.

Postpartum Progress

http://www.postpartumprogress.com/ppd-support-groups-in-the-u-s-canada 

Email: resources@postpartumprogress.org 

Call: 1-800-944-4773

Postpartum Progress provides a listing of postpartum depression support groups in the United States and Canada.

PARENTING SUPPORT

On-Campus Support Groups

Bears for Life

Contact: baylorprolife@gmail.com

           Bears for Life - Connect (campuslabs.com)

Parenting Classes

MOPS

https://www.mops.org/

MOPS International encourages and equips moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women and leaders, in relationship with Jesus, and in partnership with the local church. MOPS groups typically offer biweekly meetings with child care, a featured speaker, discussion, and great company. Many programs also include “moms only” and family fun activities. This is a great place to meet fellow moms, get practical advice, and be supported by your community.

  • Local Group

Embrace Life

http://embracegrace.com/join-a-group/

Embrace Grace now offers support groups for single mothers. This program offers practical support for single moms and helps provide mentorship and support for the unique issues that single moms face. Like the Embrace Grace program, this is a Christian-based curriculum that welcomes women of all faiths.

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

We understand that you may be going through other difficult situations in your life. Please know that you are not alone. There are people who want to support you and help you get through these challenges.

If you feel that you are an unsafe or dangerous situation (e.g. emotionally or physically):

  1. Get to a safe, secure location. This may be a friend’s apartment, a police station, or a hospital depending on your situation.
  2. Contact a friend or counselor for immediate support. Be with someone who will help ensure your emotional and physical safety.
  3. Seek out professional assistance. You can overcome this situation. With professional assistance, you can seek out a path for healing, justice, and hope.

Campus Emergency Resources

Baylor University Department of Public Safety, Baylor Police

Speight Plaza Parking Facility

1521 S. 4th St.

Waco, TX

Non-emergency: (254) 710-2211

Emergency: (254) 710-2222

Title IX Office (Non-confidential)

Baylor University does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in any of its education or employment programs and activities, and it does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex or gender. This policy prohibits sexual and gender-based harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, stalking, intimate partner violence, and retaliation (collectively referred to in this policy as prohibited conduct). These forms of prohibited conduct are harmful to the well-being of our community and its members, the learning and working environment, and collegial relationships among our students, faculty, and staff.

Clifton Robinson Tower, Suite 285

One Bear Place #97011

(254) 710-8454

www.baylor.edu/titleix/

Title IX Coordinator: Laura Johnson

Counseling Center (confidential)

24 Hour hotline: (254) 710-2467

Email: counseling_center@baylor.edu

Counseling Center | Baylor University

McLane Student Life Center, 2nd floor

Health Services Center (confidential)

McLane Student Life Center, 2nd Floor

(254) 710-1010

Email: health_services@baylor.edu

Health Services | Baylor University

Peer Support

Visit the Baylor Counseling Center for information on various support groups.

Abortion Pill Reversal

Many women who have taken the abortion pill experience regret. You are not alone. If you have changed your mind, there is help for you. Abortion Pill Reversal is a new medical procedure available to reverse the effects of the abortion pill and possibly save the life of your child. If you have taken the first dose of the abortion pill (RU-486 or Mifeprex®) and are now experiencing regret, it may not be too late. Reversal is most successful within 72 hours.

Carenet provides local, rapid medical treatment in Waco. Call Carenet at 254-772-6175, if unable to reach someone instantaneously, call the national hotline:

  • Call the 24-Hour Abortion Pill Reversal Helpline to speak to a medical professional: (877) 558-0333.
  • Learn more about Abortion Pill Reversal at http://www.abortionpillreversal.com

Suicide Prevention

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Suicidal thoughts or feelings are sometimes experienced by women who have had an abortion. If this is happening to you, please get help immediately. We want you to know that there is hope for you, and that we care very much. For immediate intervention, contact National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800)-273-8255.

Domestic Violence

National Domestic Violence
http://www.thehotline.org

Toll-Free National Helpline: (800) 799-SAFE (7233)

TTY: (800) 787-3224
National Domestic Violence provides anonymous and confidential help 24/7. The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides life-saving tools and immediate support to enable victims to find safety and live lives free of abuse. Callers to The Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 can expect highly trained, experienced advocates to offer compassionate support, crisis intervention information and referral services in over 170 languages. 

Sexual Assault

RAINN
https://www.rainn.org/
National Sexual Assault Hotline (Free. Confidential. 24/7.): 800-656-HOPE (4673)
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.

 

PREGNANCY LOSS

Pregnancy Loss

Through the Heart

http://www.throughtheheart.org/ 

Email: info@throughtheheart.org 

Phone: (202) 549-8720

Through the Heart provides Comfort Kits free of charge to individuals or couples who have recently suffered a pregnancy loss. Each kit comes full of items to pamper you including personal care items, sweet and savory snacks, and a Redbox movie rental code. Information about our organization and a handwritten note from our co-founder are also included to add a personal touch. While nothing can take away the pain of a loss, it is our hope that this kit will provide some distraction during a difficult time and provide resources to begin healing.

After Abortion Healing Programs

Many women (and their families) experience a range of emotions after an abortion. If you are feeling sad, confused, frustrated, or angry, please know that you are not alone. There are organizations available to offer free, confidential support as you search for healing and peace after your abortion. 

CareNet Pregnancy Center

Administrative/Pregnancy Support

http://pregnancycare.org/ 

800 West Waco Drive (Subject to change on January 1, 2021)

Waco, TX 76701

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Phone: 254-772-8270

Abortion Recovery InterNational

http://www.abortionrecovery.org

Call/Text: 615-636-2654

Abortion Recovery helps individuals and families overcome the emotional and psychological complications that are often experienced after an abortion. Recovery is often free, always confidential and is available to ANYONE impacted by the loss of a child by abortion. Abortion Recovery changes your life forever.  It gives you a sense of personal peace which heals internal brokenness, repairs relationships and brings back intimate friendships.  Recovery gives a new beginning to life following an abortion.

Rachel’s Vineyard
www.rachelsvineyard.org

Toll-Free National Helpline: 877-HOPE-4-ME (877-467-3463)

Rachel's Vineyard weekends for healing after abortion are offered throughout the year in locations across the United States and Canada, with additional sites around the world. They also offer a 15-week support group model for Rachel's Vineyard. The program is an opportunity to examine your abortion experience, identify the ways that the loss has impacted you in the past and present, and helps to acknowledge any unresolved feelings that many individuals struggle with after abortion. Because of the emotional numbness and secrecy that often surrounds an abortion experience, conflicting emotions both during and after the event may remain unresolved. These buried feelings can surface later and may be symptoms of post abortion trauma.  

Project Rachel

http://hopeafterabortion.com/

Toll-Free National Helpline: 888-456-HOPE (4673)

Project Rachel operates as a network of healing composed of specially-trained caregivers which may include priests, deacons, sisters, lay staff and volunteers, mental health professionals, spiritual directors, mentors, chaplains and others, such as medical personnel. These individuals, often working as a team, provide direct care to women, men and adolescents who have been touched by an abortion loss, enabling them to grieve, receive forgiveness, and find peace. Although most dioceses use the name Project Rachel, some programs are named differently. In addition to individualized counseling, some programs include support groups and retreats. Project Rachel programs can be found in about 150 Catholic dioceses in the United States, as well as in dioceses in other countries. 

OTHER HELPFUL ORGANIZATIONS

Child Safety Seat Inspection

Generally, fire departments, police departments, and hospitals offer free child safety seat lessons. Some local programs may give away free child car seats if you take this class. You may also visit https://www.dshs.texas.gov/saferiders/distribution.shtm for assistance.

Transportation

Free Charity Cars
http://www.freecharitycars.org
Established in 1996, The Original 1-800-Charity Cars, www.800CharityCars.org (DBA: Free Charity Cars), is a 501(C) (3) non-profit charity with its stated mission “To engage in activities that will uplift humanity”. The organization’s main focus is to provide free donated vehicles to struggling families to assist them in their transition from dependency to self-sufficiency.

Other Recommendations

Stand Up Girl

StandUpGirl.com Foundation: Changing Hearts

Stand Up Girl offers a popular forum, blog, and chat room that connects young women from all over the world who share their stories of hope and courage.  The website has real life stories of girls facing their own crisis pregnancies. The StandUpGirl.com team provides personal and individual guidance and concern to women experiencing unplanned or challenging pregnancies.

Find more help and resources at

https://pregnantoncampus.org/National-Resources/

See our school’s campus page:

PregnantOnCampus.org/Baylor