Stories matter because they are the fabric of human connection and understanding
They can inspire and educate, by sharing experiences, emotions and perspectives. Through stories, we gain insights into diverse lives, cultures, and struggles, fostering empathy and breaking down barriers. Every pregnancy journey is unique because every woman and every unborn baby is unique. Here you will find stories from women and men – their lived experiences of hope, disappointment, loss, compassion and life.
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Hannah's letter: Dear Mummy
A letter to mums navigating the path of anticipated baby loss
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For my boy
Hannah's letter to her baby son.
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Hope's story
A mother's story of how the previous abortion legislation in Northern Ireland valued both lives, pre and post birth
Interview
Interview with Hannah: Carrying my son
Hannah tells us her story of carrying her son to Glory.
Sara's story: Silenced by shame, set free to flourish
Sara shares her experience of abortion and how she was set free from shame and fear, to live a life full of hope Find out more
Andrew's story: Abortion for disability... and me
Allowing abortion for reasons of disability sends a discriminatory message. How can it not? Find out more
Shona's story: My supported choice led to years of torment
"Perhaps if I had more conversations with people of different views, my 18-year-old child would be with me today." Shona shares her experience of abortion regret. Find out more
Nick's story: Grace and the value of every human life
All human life is precious. And every child should have an equal right to be born. Find out more
Tracy's story: Medical diagnosis
"Whether our babies lives span just minutes, days or years like my Kathleen Rose, their lives have value and meaning and they can teach us how to love." Read more
Carol's story
"I find myself having deep conversations about abortion with people I hardly know – I have a story to tell... I want to tell it." Find out more
Olivia's body, Olivia's choice?
Here, Olivia reveals her mixed emotions upon discovering she was pregnant as a teenager and the significant role played by family and friends throughout her journey Find out more
Bex's story: I am a pro-life feminist
"The very roots of the feminist movement are indeed pro-life" - pro-life feminist Bex explains why her feminist and pro-life principles go hand-in-hand Find out more
Rebecca's story: The 98%
"Getting pregnant at 18 didn’t mean my life was over. It meant that I get to do life with Reuben." Find out more
Janine's story: From unwanted to so very wanted
When Janine became pregnant, she thought her life would be ruined: "I wasn’t brave enough at the time to think it might actually be a better life, but in the end it has been." Find out more
