When you were growing up and you got hurt you just needed a bandaid, a kiss and a hug and miraculously the pain went away. Now, the pain is in your heart. For some women the guilt, memories and pain are more than they can bear. We are here to help. We know there is no quick fix so we will stand by you through this difficult time and help you on your way to healing your body, your heart, your mind and your spirit.

Self-Assessment

Do you have sudden or uncontrollable crying spells?	Yes	No
Do you have trouble sleeping or sleep more than usual?
Are you using drugs or alcohol to cope or hide from pain?
Is guilt or anxiety preventing you from enjoying life?
Are you experiencing a sad mood, depression or low self-esteem?
Are you re-experiencing events related to the abortion?
Do you have a preoccupation with becoming pregnant again or having anxiety over fertility or childbearing issues?
Do you ever feel like hurting yourself?
Do you have reactions to the anniversary of the abortion?
Do you feel alone or abandoned?
Are you avoiding relationships with others?
If you have children, are you experiencing any disruption of the bonding with present children?
There is hope.

Hope and Healing
If you answered YES to any of those questions or you think you need to speak with someone please contact a professional or us and we will help you locate a professional. There is lots of free and confidential help out there for both men and women and we want to help you find it.

 

Pregnancy Center of Central Iowa
709 1st Ave. W. Ste. 1 - Newton, Iowa 50208
800-395-HELP (4357) or 641-792-3050 Email: pcci@pcpartner.net