Fort Worth Crisis Pregnancy Center

Ultrasonography for pregnancy test confirmation, which includes gestational dating, presence or absence of fetal heart tones, and the identification of a viable pregnancy within the uterus. This program is provided by rdms practitioners and licensed registered nurses. Sonographers and nurses educate clients on fetal development and pregnancy. In 2024, the center provided 481 sonograms. The center gave 20 referrals for sti testing and 8 referrals for hcg blood testing. All clients are provided with instructions regarding potential signs & symptoms of miscarriage, with instructions to follow in the event of a negative outcome. Follow up correspondence totaled over 1,736 phone calls, texts or messages.

Ongoing care programs include referrals, education classes, material assistance and ongoing care and support for clients. We provided an abundance of diapering supplies and baby care items. Clients completing prenatal education courses are rewarded with baby showers. In 2024, the center gave 528 referrals for medicaid/chip, 192 referrals for wic, 175 referrals for counseling, 285 referrals for becoming mom, 65 referrals for healthy tx women, 44 referrals for apr network, and 10 referrals for substance abuse . Free educational classes were offered to help prepare for pregnancy, delivery, and care of the newborn. Male and female clients attended 161 classes. Educational classes were provided in english and in spanish. Educational classes include neonatal growth and development, sids prevention, the importance of nutrition during pregnancy, and much more. By attending classes, completing homework, and actively participating in discussions, the clients can earn points to "shop" for material goods which include baby clothes, diapers, and baby care equipment. All material goods distributed are brand new and free of charge. The center also provided referrals for the car seat program. The fort worth pregnancy center continues to be a distributor of pack & plays as part of the safe sleep program. These pack & plays are provided to those who did not have a safe sleeping surface for their newborns. The goal of this program is to reduce the infant mortality rate in fort worth. In 2024, the center provided more than 290 packs of diapers, baby clothes and other baby care items.