Life Beyond Abortion
Welcome to Life Beyond Abortion, the weekly podcast hosted by Melissa Ohden, abortion survivor, author, speaker, and founder of The Abortion Survivors Network.
Join Melissa as she shares her powerful journey of survival and healing and amplifies the voices of those impacted by abortion, including survivors and their families. Through candid conversations, stories of resilience, and a commitment to truth, this podcast creates a space for inspiration, understanding, and transformation.
Whether you're seeking encouragement, want to explore the realities of abortion's impact, or desire a deeper connection to the human stories that bring healing and hope, Life Beyond Abortion is for you.
Subscribe today and discover a life-affirming message that goes beyond survival to thriving. New episodes drop weekly on your favorite podcast platform.
Life Beyond Abortion
Resourcing Pregnant Mothers
Melissa Ohden sits down with Libby Owens, Executive Director of St. Joseph Pregnancy Resource Center in Missouri, to share a heartfelt conversation on navigating life's deepest losses and finding purpose in supporting women facing unexpected pregnancies. Owens opens up about her own path—marked by sibling loss, infertility struggles, and the joy of late-in-life motherhood—that fueled her passion for compassionate care. Together, they explore the transformative changes in pregnancy centers since Roe's overturn, from empowering women with facts and reversal options to tackling challenges like the abortion pill's accessibility. Owens offers raw insights on fostering open dialogues, providing healing for post-abortive women, and the simple power of listening in crisis. A must-listen for anyone seeking to understand real support beyond rhetoric.
00:00:00 - Podcast Intro
00:00:53 - Guest Welcome
00:01:54 - Libby's Journey
00:03:37 - Infertility Impact
00:04:36 - Compassion Drives
00:05:26 - Positive Shifts
00:06:45 - Post-Roe Battles
00:07:34 - Reversal Options
00:09:28 - Abortion Pill
00:12:16 - Post-Abortive Healing
00:15:42 - Client Stories
00:18:21 - Staff Training
00:30:08 - Advice to Women
00:34:33 - Everyday Action
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