Prenatal support
Free pregnancy testing and assistance connecting to prenatal care.
Pregnancy and parenting support
Pregnancy & Parenting Support
If you are pregnant and need help; if you are parenting a young child and feel overwhelmed; if you want to learn how to be the best parent you can be — Good Shepherd welcomes you.
Our Pregnancy & Parenting Support program works with pregnant women in crisis to provide counseling, resource linkage, and concrete aid aimed at ensuring healthy infants and healthy families.
Support that can meet you where you are
What support can include.
Education
Education and support around what to expect during pregnancy.
Counseling
Counseling around decision-making, relationship issues, and stabilizing your living situation.
Parenting training
Prenatal education and care, understanding stress, safe sleep, alternatives to spanking, and nurturing routines.
Concrete assistance
Limited financial assistance in crisis situations plus help with diapers, clothing, baby items, and resource connections.
Shelter care
Shelter care for pregnant or parenting teens residing in St. Louis County.
You do not have to do this alone
“It’s okay to get help. You don’t have to do it all on your own.”
Real stories of support
See how this support has helped someone in a real situation.
Sandra’s story
Sandra’s story shows how pregnancy and parenting support can help someone move forward with practical care and encouragement.
Read Sandra’s story
