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Currently, more than 5 million undergraduate students across the country are pregnant or parenting. That makes up more than one-quarter of the entire student population. This highlights how common pregnancy is among young adults. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It does not matter whether\u00a0the case was intentional or unexpected, we have compiled a list of various resources to help throughout their journey.\u00a0It is important to limit stigmas regarding this conversation and spread educational information to others who may need it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Please note: This article does not hold a certain political affiliation or belief system. The intended goal here is to provide a safe place for students to seek out resources or proper information regarding reproductive health services.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”WSU Children\u2019s Center ” admin_label=”Child Center” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Helble Hall | 507.457.2300<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Winona State University\u2019s Children’s Center offers early-childhood education and full-day care for infants, toddlers, and pre-school age children\u2013with after-school and summer care for enrolled children to WSU students, employees, and community members.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/childrenscenter\/default.asp%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”WSU Children’s Center” admin_label=”Child Button” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_blurb title=”Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota ” admin_label=”Catholic” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Winona, MN | 507.454.2270<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Catholic Charities is available to take your call 24\/7 at 800-222-5859. They offer free, confidential support to those who are pregnant. They help people thoughtfully decide between either parenting or adoption so they can confidently pursue the best plan for themselves and their babies. They provide financial assistance for rent or utilities, free baby items, parenting groups and education, financial literacy education, pregnancy counseling and adoption planning and placement. Their services for new and expectant parents are free, and they serve people of all faiths! <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.ccsomn.org\/winona\/%20%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Catholic Charities” admin_label=”Catholic Button” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_blurb title=”Birthright of Winona ” admin_label=”Birthright” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Winona, MN | 507.452.2421<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n They offer Information about pregnancy, childbirth, adoption, prenatal care, community programs, parenting skills and childcare. They also offer referrals for medical support, financial resources, housing, social assistance and professional counseling.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to those, some free resources that are offered include pregnancy tests, maternity and baby items, a 24\/7 help hotline 1.800.550.4900, and live chats through their website.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/birthright.org\/winona\/%20%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Birthright of Winona ” admin_label=”Birthright Button” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_blurb title=”Children\u2019s Home Society of Minnesota ” admin_label=”Children’s Home Blurb” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 651.419.1951<\/span> 24\/7 Pregnancy Counseling Helpline<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The Children\u2019s Home Society of Minnesota offers an array of services ranging from adoption, foster care, and <\/span>pregnancy<\/span> support <\/span>resources. <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/chlss.org\/pregnancy-services\/%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Children\u2019s Home Society of Minnesota ” admin_label=”Child Button” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_blurb title=”Bridge to Benefits ” admin_label=”Bridge Blurb” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Bridge to Benefits is a multi-state project by <\/span>Children\u2019s<\/span> Defense Fund to improve the well-being of families and individuals by linking them to public work support programs and tax credits.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_button button_url=”http:\/\/www.bridgetobenefits.org\/%20%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Bridge to Benefits” admin_label=”Bridge Button” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”WSU Basic Needs Resource” admin_label=”Basic Needs” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Find resources at WSU and local organizations for support with housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, and more.<\/p>\n\n
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