This article was originally published at Pregnancy Help News on 7/7/2025 and is reprinted here with permission. Abortion proponents are pausing for now in their efforts to overturn Kentucky’s abortion regulations following three failed attempts in court. When Roe v Wade was overturned in 2022, Kentucky’s abortion trigger law went into effect. This law forbids abortion except to “prevent the death or substantial risk of death due to a physical condition, or to prevent the serious, permanent impairment of a life-sustaining organ of a pregnant woman.” This pro-life law has saved potentially thousands of unborn children’s lives. In 2021, the last full calendar year where abortion was legal in Kentucky, 4,441 abortions were done. In 2022, when the ban went into effect partway through the year, only 2,550 abortions happened. In 2023, the first full year of the abortion ban being in effect, only 23 abortions happened in Kentucky, nine of which were due to ectopic pregnancy. Kentucky does not yet have the 2024 report ready. Even if some women traveled out of state to get an abortion, it is highly unlikely…

For entrepreneur and nonprofit founder Heather Mellott, business and advocacy go hand in hand. As the founder of Prolyfe Skincare and the nonprofit Adoption Finder, Mellott has built her life around a single mission: helping women and families make life-affirming choices. Safer Skincare for Moms and More  The idea for Prolyfe was born during Mellott’s own pregnancy journey. “As a pregnant and nursing mom, I was shocked  to discover how many toxic chemicals are hiding in everyday products—especially skincare,” she said. “I knew I needed to find a safer solution, not just for me but for other moms who care deeply about what they’re putting on their skin.”  Prolyfe Skincare now offers a line of nontoxic, cruelty-free, vegan products made in the USA, eliminating parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. The company also uses eco-friendly packaging, reflecting Mellott’s belief that caring for the planet is just as important as caring for one’s skin. The brand’s name captures its purpose. “Pro” stands for being proactive, such as choosing better, safer options, and “Lyfe” symbolizes vitality and beauty…