“I want to share my story with everyone because I’m hoping it will help someone else. I was 14 when I found out I was pregnant. I was terrified,. I didn’t know what to do or who to turn to. I even thought about putting her up for adoption. How was I suppose to take care of a baby? How can I get her anything she needs when I’m not even old enough to get a job? I had no hope in being able to keep my baby. Then, my friends mom told me about a place that she heard could help me get baby stuff called Banah. I was nervous to actually go because I was worried about being judged because of my age. I made an appointment and when I went, I quickly realized they were much more than free baby items. I started taking parenting classes. I finally had someone to talk to and support me. I got to get sonograms. They made sure I had EVERYTHING I needed for my baby. We would even do Bible Studies. I looked forward to going to Banah every week. Banah was my place to relax, vent, learn, anything I needed to do. I felt safe there but it didn’t end once my daughter was born. I still went every week with my baby and they continued to be there for us like family. They even brought us groceries and diapers to our house when we hit a hard time. Banah is the sole reason I didn’t struggle being a teen mom. It has been seven years since the first time I went to Banah and they are STILL helping me and my family. Banah made it possible for me to become a CNA. I couldn’t afford the classes so Banah got someone to sponsor me. I can’t even describe how grateful I am to Banah. They have done more for me than they can realize. Banah made a difference in my life in more ways than I can count. I encourage you to make an appointment with Banah whether you’re pregnant or just need someone to listen and be there for you. They are the ones to go and see. I can’t express enough how kind, understanding and dependable everyone is. They are my 2nd family. Thank you Banah!”