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There are many families in Sacramento County that struggle financially and cannot provide baby items for their newborn or young children, but there is help here at Sacramento Life Center to guide you. We have services and resources that can help you get what you need...

My Partner Is Pressuring Me to Have an Abortion, but I’m Not Sure 

Wondering what your next step is after telling your partner about your pregnancy? An unplanned pregnancy can cause everyone to feel overwhelmed and unsure. That’s why it’s important not to rush into a decision. Remember, this is your story, life, and decision.    How...

Enjoy Your Pregnancy in a Creative Way: Start a Pregnancy Journal

As a mother of 6, I can vouch that there are differences in each pregnancy- the differences between carrying boys vs. girls; from my first pregnancy at 20 to my last pregnancy at 32; and having a single pregnancy vs. carrying twins. A baby book with “Baby’s first...

Preeclampsia

WHAT IS PREECLAMPSIA? Preeclampsia is when you have high blood pressure and possibly protein in your urine during pregnancy or after delivery. You can also have low clotting factors(platelets) in your blood or indicators of kidney or liver trouble. Preeclampsia...

UPDATE – New Information on COVID-19 in Pregnancy

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released a report and statistical data on cases of pregnant women with COVID-19 in the United States between January 22-June 23, 2020. Previously, the CDC had said there was “no data showing that COVID-19 affects pregnant...

What to Expect from Your Ultrasound

We are pleased to provide 1st trimester limited obstetrical ultrasounds at the Sacramento Life Center in the Sacramento clinic. The 1st trimester is the time between 1st day of the last menstrual period until the end of the 12th week of pregnancy. Ultrasounds are...