Pregnancy Help Podcast

Lisa Bourne brings us the latest headlines impacting the pro-life pregnancy help movement. Stories include new research linking abortion to increased psychiatric hospitalizations, federal officials admitting data on chemical abortion safety was misrepresented, and the dangers of abortion pills being used to drug women without their consent. Lisa also covers the arrest of a Houston abortionist, the emergence of so-called “pro-choice pregnancy centers”, and the pro-life community’s response to the tragic assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations. The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement. We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

In this episode, Extend Web Services Manager Delaney Walker brings you practical guidelines to help you make the most of your marketing partnership. You’ll also hear from Extend team members Jack and Cyndie as they go over common red flags, offer insider tips on digital advertising, and share how to discern whether a partnership is truly working. If your center is investing in marketing—or considering it—this conversation will help you steward resources wisely, build healthy relationships, and maximize every opportunity to reach women in need.

A prenatal diagnosis can leave parents feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and unsure of what lies ahead. In this episode, Option Line Director Nafisa Kennedy is joined by neonatologist Dr. Robin Pierucci, Parent Care Coordinator Heidi Martin, and mom Maureen O’Connor to share practical, trauma-informed ways to bring hope and steady support in some of the hardest moments families face. From medical expertise to trauma-informed guidance and a powerful firsthand story, this conversation will inspire you with ways that your pregnancy help organization can walk confidently and compassionately with families facing a prenatal diagnosis.

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Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations.  The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement.  We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

Doreen Jansson and Bryan Gonzalez join Heartbeat’s Kathy Jerman to explore the value of board training and the power of strategic planning for your pregnancy help organization. Learn how your center’s leadership can unite around mission, stay on course, and build a strong foundation for lasting growth. No matter the size of your organization, these tools will help your team thrive and multiply its impact.

Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations.  The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement.  We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

Lisa Bourne highlights this month’s Pregnancy Help News stories! The latest news includes Planned Parenthood’s efforts to maintain government funding, a Pennsylvania mother facing trial for obtaining abortion pills for her teenage daughter, a federal court’s decision to strike down Colorado’s ban on Abortion Pill Reversal, and a new investment fund supporting pregnancy centers in the U.S. Listen in for these stories and more!

Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations. The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement. We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

Lori Kuykendall joins Kathy Jerman to discuss how sexual wellness can be woven into every client interaction, offering women and families not only practical support but also truth, hope, and the foundation for lasting relationships. This conversation highlights the unique opportunity pregnancy help centers have to speak into clients’ lives with grace, guiding them toward God’s design for wholeness and healthy connection.

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Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations.  The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement. We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

Through his own experiences—like an unexpected vacation, a broken-down car, and an unlikely encounter that revealed God’s perfect timing—Kirk Walden shows how stories of faith in hard moments can become powerful bridges to those who need hope. Whether you’re serving clients, walking alongside friends, or facing your own challenges, this episode will inspire you to recognize and share the stories God has written in your life.

Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations.  The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement. We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

Join Delaney Walker and Jack Pickering from Extend Web Services as they unpack Google’s Performance Max campaigns—a powerful, AI-driven strategy that puts your center in front of potential clients across Search, YouTube, Maps, and more. They’ll explain why this campaign can boost conversions, increase brand awareness, and stretch your ad dollars further, plus how to get started without feeling overwhelmed. This episode will help you harness Google’s tools to show up where—and when—it matters most!

Connie Coleman dives into what it means to truly walk in the authority that God has given you. Drawing from the book of Nehemiah, Connie shares insights and practical examples on how to lead with humility, empower others, stay rooted in prayer, and guard against distractions that can derail your calling. This episode will encourage you to embrace your unique gifts and step boldly into your God-given purpose, all for His glory.

Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations.  The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement.  We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

Toby DeBause, President of Crisis Pregnancy Centers of Tidewater, joins Heartbeat’s Tracie Shellhouse to share the powerful story of how their organization responded to a call for deeper impact—by radically restructuring operations, expanding services, and walking in bold faith. From shifting to same-day care and doubling staff to facing budget deficits and watching God provide in miraculous ways, Toby’s journey is a testament to what can happen when leaders discern, act, and trust fully in God’s timing. If you’re weighing new opportunities at your center, this episode will encourage you to choose faith over fear.

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Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations. The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement. We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.