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At Take Back Trust, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, accessible support for their reproductive health. Whether you’re looking for guidance, choosing contraception, dealing with infertility, or navigating abortion care—we’re here for you. No matter if you identify as LGBTQ+, are a parent, never want kids, or don’t fit any label, we want to help connect you with inclusive resources, practical support, and all the answers you need.

here are our favorite resources from across the web:

Emotional and Peer Support

Confidential Counseling

  • Exhale Pro-Voice: A free, confidential talkline offering non-judgmental support, especially for those post-abortion.

  • All-Options: Non-biased counseling for anyone exploring pregnancy, parenting, abortion, or adoption decisions.

Peer Support Communities

  • Shout Your Abortion & We Testify: Open, supportive spaces for sharing personal abortion stories to reduce stigma and build understanding.

  • LGBTQ Support: Organizations like PFLAG and The Trevor Project offer wonderful support and community. 

  • LGBTQ+ Community Centers: Local centers provide peer counseling and support groups tailored to LGBTQ+ reproductive healthcare needs.

Online Community Support

  • Reddit and Discord: Subreddits like r/abortion, r/LGBTQ, and reproductive health Discord servers provide a space for shared stories and advice.

  • Parent Support Groups: Online groups for parents navigating reproductive healthcare challenges or seeking advice on raising children in restrictive regions.

Financial and Practical Help

Abortion and Healthcare Access Funds

Logistical Support

  • Brigid Alliance: Helps with travel and lodging for individuals seeking abortion in restrictive states, supporting parents who need childcare, youth, and more.

  • Elevated Access: Private flights for those traveling long distances for abortion or gender affirming care.

Mental Health Apps

Mental Health Apps

  • Headspace: Guided meditations designed to help you manage stress, boost focus, and improve sleep, all while building a daily mindfulness practice.

  • Insight Timer: Guided meditations focused on self-empowerment, anxiety relief, and resilience-building.

Know-Your-Rights

Legal Information and Advocacy

  • If/When/How: Legal resources for understanding reproductive healthcare rights, covering abortion, LGBTQ+ care, and youth access.

Quick Self-Care Tips for Staying Sane

  • Grounding and Resilience: Practice deep breathing or meditation to ease anxiety. Apps like Breathe2Relax can guide you.

  • Set Boundaries for Self-Care: Take breaks from social media or news cycles if they feel overwhelming. Curate your feed with voices and resources that affirm and support your choices.

  • Build a Personal Support Network: Connect with friends, family, or peer groups who respect your journey and offer the kind of support you need—whether that’s practical help or just a listening ear.


Crisis and Support Hotlines

  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
    For anyone in emotional distress or experiencing a mental health crisis, available 24/7.

  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
    Free, 24/7 support via text for individuals in crisis, covering topics from mental health to emotional support.

  • Exhale Pro-Voice: 1-866-4-EXHALE (1-866-439-4253)
    Nonjudgmental, confidential support after abortion. Available in the evenings and on weekends.

  • LGBT National Help Center: 1-888-843-4564
    A peer support line for LGBTQ+ individuals, including youth and adults, offering a safe space to discuss mental health and identity.

  • The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 or Text START to 678678
    Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, available 24/7.

  • Share Miscarriage & Infant Loss Support: 1-800-821-6819
    Compassionate support for those who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Available during business hours (Central Time) with voicemail options.

  • M+A (Miscarriage + Abortion) Hotline: 1-833-246-2632
    Free, confidential medical support for people self-managing miscarriage or medication abortion, staffed by clinicians and available 24/7 via phone or text.