So you're pregnant? Congratulations! Okay...maybe you weren't expecting it Or maybe you don't think you're ready...Don't worry! Fortunately, we have many organizations right here in Jacksonville who will help take care of you and your baby for free.
If you think you are pregnant and would like to get a free pregnancy test or to see a free ultrasound of your baby, locate a pregnancy center in your area by visiting our pregnancy center page HERE
Interested in adoption? - Visit this website https://www.adoptioncouncil.org/
If you need financial assistance please contact the Department of Children and Familes at the following website for information about Medicaid eligibility. http://www.myflorida.com/accessflorida/ Medicaid can help cover the medical expenses you may encounter during your pregnancy.
You can also obtain information about applying for WIC at this website. http://www.floridawic.org/ WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health care
Lamaze classes in your area - http://www.lamaze.org/Default.aspx?tabid=62
What to Expect When You're Expecting - http://www.whattoexpect.com/what-to-expect/landing-page.aspx
Project SOS: "Why Knot?" FREE Couples counseling and parenting/family training. If you complete the class they will also pay for your marriage license-http://www.projectsos.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=132&Itemid=173
BioMedSearch is a biomedical serach engine that contains NIH/PubMed documents - http://www.biomedsearch.com
Please take time to consider the alternatives to abortion... There are many families willing to adopt your baby and they may be willing to cover your medical bills. There are also many organizations that can help you prepare financially and emotionally for having and raising your baby yourself. Remember, you don't have to go through this alone. If you have any questions or need help, please feel free to contact us at jaxforlife@bellsouth.net or at 904-703-6277