In today's episode Harry and Kristen Hatcher share their family's story. Particularly about their son Truett who was diagnosed with Acrania, a rare fetal defect, in the early stages of development.

Harry and Kristen were advised by their Dr. that they could carry Truett to term knowing that he would not survive long if at all, or they could have an abortion.

Our world tells us that the abortion is the more compassionate choice for the baby and the mother.

Please listen in as Harry and Kristen walk us through their journey with Truett, the choices they made, what those choices brought them, and how their family is still affected by the memory of Truett today.

Miranda & Mimi, both former clients of First Coast Women's Services, share with us their stories of choosing life in the face of overwhelming socioeconomic difficulties.

Both of their living, and financial situations alone would have been more than enough for some of our culture's most well meaning people to say, aborting their child would have not only been acceptable, but completely understandable.

So many post abortive women say that if they had just one person supporting them, they'd have chosen life for their child.

Please enjoy this week's conversation with Miranda & Mimi, about the support they found, and how God spoke into their lives, giving them the confidence to choose life for their boys.

In this episode Jen Pace is joined by Dr. Jason Phillips, a board certified OBGYN.

Dr. Phillips discusses several misconceptions about the abortion pill, like that it is "safer than Tylenol" and that medical complications occur in less than 1% of cases.

The abortion industry would like you to think that this medication is an easy way to deal with your unwanted pregnancy in the comfort and privacy of your own home, and there will be no physical mental or emotional complications.

Join us on Heartbeats as we discuss the myths surrounding the abortion pill.

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In this episode Jen Pace references "Forbidden Grief"

• Book: Burke, T. K., & Reardon, D. C. (2007). Forbidden grief: The unspoken pain of abortion. Acorn Books.

In this episode, Jen Pace talks with Brad Nelson and Doug Gray. Two men who have served as male mentors at First Coast Women's Services, to encourage men facing unplanned pregnancies in their relationships.

Our society tells us the man's role in a pregnancy should be only to support the woman in whatever decision that she makes. The world says that because men are so lacking in emotion, that an abortion wouldn't affect them anyway.

Listen in as we hear their stories, how they've been able to speak life into the men they've mentored, and how important it is for men to stand up and act like the leaders that God created them to be.

In the first episode of Heartbeats, Jennifer Pace, CEO of First Coast Women’s Services, sits down with Drena Gaydon, Analee Kluge, to confront a powerful and painful myth — that “abortion is the more compassionate choice if you’re not ready to parent.”

Each story is unique, but all share a common thread: the deep emotional and spiritual impact that follows abortion. Together, they reveal the truth behind the choice, the lasting effects that aren’t often talked about, and the hope that healing is possible.

This episode shines a light on the reality that abortion is not something you can simply “move on” from — and offers compassion, honesty, and restoration for anyone who has walked this road.

Episode 1 launches October 30, with new episodes released weekly.

🎧 Welcome to Heartbeats — A Podcast by First Coast Women’s Services

We’re thrilled to introduce Heartbeats, a brand-new podcast dedicated to sharing powerful conversations about life, truth, and hope. In this first season, we’re tackling some of the most common myths about abortion — from “my body, my choice” to the belief that abortion is the more compassionate option — and uncovering the truth through real stories and medical insight.

Each of our six episodes features men and women who have walked through the pain and healing of abortion, as well as medical professionals who offer honest, compassionate perspectives.

📅 Episode 1 launches October 30, with new episodes released weekly.