pregnancy services
Making Dreams Come True
Lera had big dreams. She was bright, enthusiastic, and guided by an ambition to make a difference. At 19, Lera moved to the…
Finding Support during Pregnancy
Support during pregnancy and the early years of parenting is something we all deserve. LFCS is here to assist women and their families achieve…
Promise of Family through Adoption
Heather & Longley’s Story Even before learning they were unable to have biological children, Heather and Longley considered adoption. But as a U.S. Navy…
Promise of Motherhood
Motherhood comes in many forms. At LFCS, we make every effort to serve women in their role as mothers – biological moms, adoptive moms,…
Promise of Safety – Birth Parent Services
Three years ago, as a senior in high school, Jessica was devastated to learn that she was pregnant. She had grown up in…
Child Abuse Prevention Month 2018
Did you know 5,141 children in the Missouri were involved in substantiated claims of abuse or neglect in 2017? April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month.…
2017 Suicide Prevention Week
September 11-16, 2017 According to the CDC, suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals ages 10-34. Suicide is a serious public…
Pregnancy, Abuse and Depression
Rachel was pregnant with her first daughter. She was out of work, living in a remote area, and traveling over an hour for her prenatal care…
Support through my Unexpected Pregnancy
My life was going great! After working hard for years, I finally got a good job. It paid well above minimum wage and even offered health…
The Truth of Pregnancy and Parenting
Pregnancy and parenting can be a challenge for even experienced parents. Knowing the truth may ease your mind. If you, or someone you…