Women's Resource Blog

Perhaps you are dealing with an unplanned pregnancy right now and are considering your options. In this time of pandemic with sometimes...

Life’s Choices is dedicated to being a place of support for women and families experiencing unexpected pregnancies as well as an educational resource for those seeking to foster healthy relationships. With offices in both Kutztown and Hamburg, Pennsylvania, we love serving the Berks County community by providing free resources and creating an environment of hope and healing for our clients. Jordan, one of Life’s Choices clients, recently shared her story of coming to Life’s

At Life’s Choices we offer a variety of free services focused on pregnancy, family relationships and much more. With locations in...

Romance and thoughtful gifts are a sweet aspect of Valentine’s Day. Who doesn’t love fragrant flowers and chocolate treats? But romance alone won’t sustain a healthy relationship. For a relationship to thrive, both members must be willing to selflessly invest of themselves — to put the other person’s needs before their own. So, what are some practical ways to accomplish this? Here are four ways you can invest in your relationship this Valentine’s Day and every day: 1. SCHEDU

Many of us are looking for a fresh start this New Year. New opportunities for growth and healing are often part of our New Year plans. If...

Grief is universal, and we have all felt its effects in some way or another. Overwhelming sadness, anger, and regret are just a few emotions we may have when experiencing a loss. Grief affects our physical bodies, our emotions and inner spiritual life in profound ways. The loss of a loved one, the loss of a job, the onset of a sudden illness, a miscarriage and the loss of safety after a trauma are just a few examples of situations that may bring on the pain of grief. Grief is

There are some things in life no one can explain unless you’ve experienced it yourself. And there are some decisions only you can make,...

“Abortion is a major decision with emotional and psychological consequences. If you’re considering this procedure, make sure you...

No one wants to find themselves with an STD and certainly not when they are pregnant. Being pregnant does not provide extra protection against STDs for you or your baby, so taking the usual precautions if you are sexually active to prevent one is necessary. An untreated STD can have serious effects on you and your baby , so it is important for you to be aware of these harmful effects and to protect both you and your baby from them. WHAT TO DO Many doctors routinely screen f

It’s that time of the year when the weather is heating up, the sun is shining longer and your date night routine of staying inside all...

Life’s Choices is not an abortion provider, nor do we recommend or refer for abortion. However, if you are considering terminating your pregnancy, we have several services offered free-of-charge for your optimal health and safety prior to an abortion procedure. Life’s Choices can provide you with a reproductive health screening that includes testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and a pregnancy confirmation ultrasound. We recommend these preliminar

It’s not unusual for a woman to contact our office asking a key question: “Am I pregnant?” The signs of pregnancy can vary from woman to...

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are defined as an infection or disease that is transmitted through sexual contact caused by...

Whether a negative pregnancy test causes you to feel intense relief or deep disappointment, after the initial emotion wears off you may...

There’s no doubt that we’re currently living in interesting times, and we’re all experiencing a lot of changes right here in Berks...

Life as we know it has been changing daily since the coronavirus (COVID-19) started hitting the United States (including our community...

At Life’s Choices, our mission is to be a place of hope and help for women and families facing unplanned pregnancies and seeking to...

“If you are sexually active, getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health.” – Center for Disease Control (CDC) At Life’s Choices, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Health , we provide free STD testing, education and treatment for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Although they are not the only two STDs that exist, they are two of the most commonly diagnosed in the United States. The CDC

At Life’s Choices, we love seeing new clients at both our Kutztown and Hamburg, Pennsylvania locations, be it for pregnancy tests, STD testing or educational classes. We know it can feel intimidating to walk through the doors for a first time. Can we set your mind at ease by letting you know what to expect? A FRIENDLY FACE All of our staff choose to work at Life’s Choices because we love and care about the people in our Berks County community (and beyond). So, expect to be

It’s Valentine’s Day — the holiday of red roses and heart-shaped chocolate! While we, too, love thoughtful gestures and sweet treats at Life’s Choices, we believe that it takes more than romantic wooing for a relationship to thrive. A healthy relationship takes time and effort to cultivate. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing resources for couples and families throughout Berks County that will help promote healthy relationships, whether romantic or familial. FREE RELATI