In honor of International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, Lighthouse Pregnancy Resource Center is hosting a remembrance ceremony and candle lighting on Saturday, October 15, at 6:00 p.m. at its headquarters, 297 Lafayette Ave in Hawthorne, NJ. Lighthouse welcomes anyone in the community who has...
Abby had no idea what she was going to do when she found out she was pregnant. She knew she didn’t have the financial stability to pay for labor and delivery, let alone raise a child. Her first thought was to get an abortion–until she...
Are you worried you might be pregnant and wondering what to do? It’s important to confirm your pregnancy first if you are considering the abortion pill or Plan B. The abortion pill terminates an existing pregnancy, and Plan B works to prevent pregnancy. Be informed...
If you’ve had an abortion, whether recently or in the past, you are likely to struggle with your emotions and feel overwhelmed. There are well-known complications and side effects that can occur after an abortion, including emotional and mental side effects. In fact, a study of...
The Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has produced a lot of confusion—what does this decision mean for women’s rights in your area? The short answer is that you still have pregnancy options and resources available to you in New Jersey. If you...
When you give to Lighthouse, you are coming alongside those facing unexpected pregnancy in our community with practical help and hope – at a time they need it most. You offer critical support to women and men navigating a challenging season of their life. No...
Are you considering abortion after finding out you’re unexpectedly pregnant? The recent overturning of Roe v. Wade has brought up many questions and concerns in women about access to abortion. Though many women thought the overturning of Roe v. Wade would outlaw abortion, it simply depends...
Generally speaking, health insurance will only extend your coverage to another individual if there is an established financial legal obligation. This means you are either married or have a domestic partnership. If not, your insurance would not cover the cost of any of her medical...
Every woman processes an abortion decision differently, so the answer to this question is not straightforward. However, experts agree that at least some women do have significant mental health issues as a result of their abortion experience. What Emotions Might Women Feel After Abortion? According to the...
In the state of New Jersey, it is possible to get a prescription for a medication abortion only after a telehealth visit. Once the prescription has been written, it can then be sent to a local pharmacy so the patient can pick it up and...