Pregnancy Lifeline – Hope, Education and Resources

Because Only Together Can We

Help women and men make healthy, life-affirming decisions regarding pregnancy and sexual health, as we walk beside them with God’s guidance

Who We Are

We are a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving Southwestern Missouri. Since 2004, Pregnancy Life Line has helped over 1,690 individuals with prenatal and parenting education. We are dedicated to empowering individuals to make healthy life choices through education, mentoring and other resources.

We work with every client on an individual basis, helping them set goals and achieve them. Many of our clients have nowhere else to turn for education and support as they decide what to do about an unplanned pregnancy and how to create a healthy, functioning family.

We Believe…

That life begins at conception and that preborn babies are people created in the image of God.
In the sanctity and dignity of all human life.
In maintaining client trust and protecting their privacy.
In assisting our clients in making educated and well-informed choices in a loving, non-judgmental environment.
That the Bible is the true word of God and that we should share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We are an affiliate of Heartbeat International.

What We provide

We Facilitate Safe Learning Spaces

When we work with a client, we look at their whole life situation. It’s hard to be a good parent when you can’t pay the rent or feed your family, so in addition to prenatal and parenting classes we offer training and support on life skills such as job hunting, keeping a job, opening a bank account, cooking healthy food, and budgeting.

Our comprehensive services encourage early entry into prenatal care, improve maternal nutrition and encourage reduction of alcohol and tobacco use during pregnancy, thereby improving the health of mother and baby.

We work with our clients individually to determine the best goals and most effective strategies for that person and his/her situation. Our clients attend weekly classes with case management and access to our registered nurses.

To foster a sense of responsibility and self-esteem we use an “earn while you learn” approach. Clients earn points every time they attend classes and do their homework. They can use those points to “buy” items from our Baby Boutique, including maternity and baby clothes (gently used), diapers and wipes, and other material resources. They can save up their points to “buy” larger items such as used strollers and high chairs. This reinforces the value of delayed gratification and the concept of saving.

— Testing

Pregnancy Tests
First Trimester Ultrasounds
STI Information, Testing and Treatment

— Education

Prenatal
Parenting
Sexual Health
Nutrition
Life Skills
Fatherhood

— Mentorship

Individual Attention
Practical Advice and Help
Moms AND Dads
Weekly access to Registered Nurse

client Stories

“K.” Tells Everyone She Knows about Pregnancy Life Line

K. came to Pregnancy Life Line in the midst of a stressful situation, and she found a support system. She says, “I love the volunteers. They always help. They’re always happy. They’re always concerned. …since my first visit, I have told every pregnant girl I see or know to go to Pregnancy Life Line, and they will help you and support you.”

“R.” Had a Baby and Passed Her GED

R. received news of passing her GED on the same day her baby was born! She credits Pregnancy Life Line with helping her through so much. “The moment I held my daughter, I felt blessed. God gave me her and gave me something that would help me… You can’t fully understand how Pregnancy Life Line has helped me emotionally and physically. They never tell me what I can’t do but what I can do. They build me up to be a good mom. It is such a positive place.”

“L.” Went from Hopelessness to Healing

Having found herself homeless and dependent on alcohol years before, L. came to Pregnancy Life Line nervous and scared when she found out she was pregnant. She was newly married and determined to create a good life for her new family. She spoke frequently with one of our nurses and said, “She always had a way of calming me down.” Her advice to others who may be walking the same path is, “If people are scared and alone, you will feel safe talking to people here… I do – it’s confidential.”

“G.” is Giving Her Kids a Better Life

G. found herself stressed over finances – trying to pay rent and buy baby supplies. “I was in a really bad spot…and Pregnancy Life Line helped me…” Pregnancy Life Line helped meet those needs by providing a car seat, a pack-n-play, diapers, and wipes.

“E.” – Learning to Overcome the Past

“E.” had a troubled upbringing, raised by parents who were addicted and abusive. When she found out she was pregnant, she was worried that she wouldn’t know how to be a good mom because of the way she was brought up. But E. found hope at PLL. She says, “PLL has helped me to understand that I could be a good mom, and they have equipped me to be just that…just because my parents were messed up didn’t mean I had to be.” She feels privileged to be the mother to her happy baby.