#7. Familiarize yourself with abortion laws in your state.

Most Americans have only a vague idea of the specifics of our abortion laws. For example, many believe abortion is illegal after the first trimester and believe exceptions are only for when the mother's life is in danger or perhaps for fetal abnormalities incompatible with life. In fact abortion is legal until at least partway … Continue reading #7. Familiarize yourself with abortion laws in your state.

#6. Set up your Amazon Smile account to donate to a pro-life organization. (EDIT: no longer available)

(January 2023 edit: Amazon has announced they are phasing out their Amazon Smile program, so unfortunately this option is no longer available. However keep an eye out for similar programs from retailers and employers which allow a portion of your spending or pre-tax income to go to a nonprofit of your choice.) If you have … Continue reading #6. Set up your Amazon Smile account to donate to a pro-life organization. (EDIT: no longer available)

#4. Clean out your closets (and your kids’ closets).

Pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes often accept gently used children's books and toys, newborn and infant clothing, maternity clothes, and other items. Look up the organizations nearest you (just Google your city and "pregnancy resource center" or "maternity home") and call them first to find out what items they accept and how they'd like … Continue reading #4. Clean out your closets (and your kids’ closets).

#2. Make sure you have sufficient sexual education.

How does conception happen? What are some common types of STDs and how are they transmitted? What are some common methods of preventing pregnancy, how do they work, and how effective are they? Hopefully you already know the basics, but if not, go dig around. Even if you aren't currently sexually active, this information is … Continue reading #2. Make sure you have sufficient sexual education.