From Clinic to Cradle
Abortion Center in Alabama Transformed into a Beacon of Care for Child AND Mother
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In the wake of Roe v. Wade’s reversal, a notable transformation is occurring in women’s healthcare. The Washington Post recently highlighted the West Alabama Women’s Center in Tuscaloosa, which has shifted from providing abortions to offering comprehensive support services, including midwifery, mental health counseling, and assistance with housing and baby supplies.
This evolution aligns closely with the mission of Let Them Live, a nonprofit founded by Emily and Nathan Berning. Their organization is dedicated to supporting women facing unplanned pregnancies, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to choose life.
The Bernings have long advocated for a compassionate, holistic approach to pro-life work; they also practice it. They believe that true support extends beyond birth, encompassing emotional, financial, and practical assistance. The model adopted by the West Alabama Women’s Center exemplifies this philosophy, demonstrating that communities can come together to provide meaningful alternatives to abortion.
Let Them Live has successfully assisted numerous women by covering essential expenses, offering counseling, and connecting them with local resources. Their proactive approach addresses the root causes that often lead women to consider abortion, such as financial insecurity and lack of support.
Emily and Nathan are available for interviews to discuss:
The importance of comprehensive support for pregnant women in a post-Roe landscape
How community-based initiatives can effectively provide alternatives to abortion
The role of organizations like Let Them Live in transforming the narrative around unplanned pregnancies
Their perspective on the recent changes at the West Alabama Women’s Center and similar clinics
Their insights offer a unique perspective on how pro-life values can translate into tangible support for women, emphasizing compassion and practical assistance over politics.
Their shared message? Choose life—and support the woman who carries it.
Related Article(s):
Once an abortion clinic, it now offers midwives, formula and housing help
Former abortion clinic now serves as a safety-net provider in Alabama – The Washington Post
OPTIONAL Q&A
What was your initial reaction to learning that a former abortion clinic in Alabama had transitioned to offering maternal care and support services?
How does this story reflect the mission and approach of Let Them Live?
In your experience, what are the biggest needs women face when considering abortion, and how can communities meet those needs?
Do you see this type of clinic transformation as a growing trend in post-Roe America?
How does Let Them Live help women in ways similar to what the clinic in Alabama is now doing?
What do you say to critics who argue that pro-life efforts stop at birth?
What role do you believe compassion and practical assistance should play in the national conversation around unplanned pregnancies?
How can local communities, churches, and individuals get involved in supporting alternatives to abortion the way this clinic has?
ABOUT EMILY BERNING…
Emily Berning is the President and Co-Founder of Let Them Live, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to saving lives from abortion by financially supporting women in crisis pregnancies. She has been involved with the pro-life movement for over 8 years and her greatest passion in life is giving pregnant women the support they need to choose life. Emily holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Colorado State University and met her husband, Nathan, the summer after she graduated. They started Let Them Live together in 2018 and have grown it to a team of 50 staff and 100+ volunteers that has helped almost 1000 women cancel their abortions and choose life. Emily and Nathan love working together and recently wrote a book about their experiences with Let Them Live that released in the fall of 2023: “Let Them Live: How Saving One Life from Abortion Sparked a Movement”
ABOUT NATHAN BERNING…
Co-Founder & Executive Director of Let them Live. Nathan’s organization has saved over 1000 babies by removing financial barriers to life, raising millions of dollars in donations via remote crowd funding. Implemented fully remote model, which connected donors with mothers in crisis. Nathan did this by using real-time data tracking and digital case management. Worked with Dr. Ben Carson and his senior staff to refine the campaign’s national message, raising candidate visibility among conservative and faith-based constituencies. Nathan is a pro-life innovator and grassroots advocate with a proven capacity to deploy technology, messaging, and policy for transformative social impact. Rare combination of a background in Silicon Valley entrepreneurship and a pro-life message. Nathan’s website is www.LetThemLive.org
ABOUT TACARA MCKAY…
Tacara McKay is a passionate and dedicated communications professional currently serving as the Communications Director for Let Them Live, a non-profit organization providing vital support to mothers facing crisis pregnancies. As a mother of three, Tacara deeply understands the importance of nurturing and protecting life, a personal conviction that fuels her commitment to the pro-life cause.
Prior to her role at Let Them Live, Tacara demonstrated her dedication to service as a Marine. Her commitment to advocating for the vulnerable led her to collaborate with pro-life organizations to expose corrupt abortion clinics in Michigan. Leveraging her expertise in social media and public relations, Tacara is a vocal pro-life activist, utilizing her platform to raise awareness and inspire action in defense of the unborn.
Her unique perspective as a mother, a former Marine, and a seasoned communications professional makes her a compelling voice on issues related to women’s health, pregnancy support, and the pro-life movement. Tacara is available to discuss the work of Let Them Live, the challenges faced by women in crisis pregnancies, and the broader landscape of the pro-life movement.
ABOUT TASHA KING…
Tasha King serves as the Director of Counseling at Let Them Live, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting women in crisis pregnancies. With five years of service to the organization, Tasha has become a leading voice in the pro-life counseling space. She began her work on the frontlines, personally guiding over 150 women through unplanned pregnancies, offering emotional, financial, and practical support during life-altering moments. Now in a leadership role, she oversees and continues to expand the counseling program, ensuring every woman receives compassionate, comprehensive care. Her work has helped shape one of the largest and most effective pro-life counseling programs in the country.
As a devoted mother of five daughters, Tasha’s personal experiences fuel her passion for life and advocacy. She brings a unique blend of empathy, grit, and strategic vision to her role-qualities that have earned her respect across the movement. Tasha is frequently sought after for her insight into maternal support, crisis intervention, and building sustainable systems of care for vulnerable women. Her voice continues to elevate the conversation around real- world solutions to abortion and the importance of long-term support for mothers.