Starting Point Pregnancy & Family Resource Center

11/25/2025

Just a reminder that Starting Point will be closed tomorrow and Thursday for Thanksgiving.

We will be back on Monday, December 1st!

In the meantime, you can call or text us at 740.393.0370 💚

Starting Point will be closed on Wednesday, November 26th and Thursday, November 27th, 2025 for Thanksgiving.

Normal hours will resume on Monday, December 1st at 1pm.

In the meantime, you can still call or text us at 740.393.0370. You can also schedule an appointment by visiting our website www.knoxstartingpoint.com 🟢

11/25/2025

Starting Point will be closed on Wednesday, November 26th and Thursday, November 27th, 2025 for Thanksgiving.

Normal hours will resume on Monday, December 1st at 1pm.

In the meantime, you can still call or text us at 740.393.0370. You can also schedule an appointment by visiting our website www.knoxstartingpoint.com 🟢

11/21/2025

It’s almost time for turkey, stuffing & pumpkin pie!

Tell us in the comments, do you prefer traveling to others for Thanksgiving, or hosting the festivities?

11/21/2025

Starting Point is the home of Bump & Beyond Boutique – a FREE boutique shopping experience exclusively for the clients who are enrolled in our Start Here program. We have baby, toddler, and children’s items including diapers, formula, toys, clothes, and more! We also have many wonderful items for men and women. Anyone who is enrolled in our Start Here program can earn points to shop!

You can learn more about the Bump & Beyond Boutique and our Start Here program by calling or texting 740.393.0370.

11/19/2025

There’s a lot to do when you find out you’re pregnant! After the home pregnancy test, it’s important to start taking prenatal vitamins, avoid alcohol and certain foods, and of course, call your doctor!

Starting Point is here to help you with that checklist, providing free confirmation pregnancy tests, limited OB ultrasounds, and pregnancy and parenting education. With our Start Here program, you can also earn free items such as a crib, car seat, clothing, diapers and more!

Call or text to learn more or schedule an appointment.
740.393.0370 📲

11/13/2025

Did you know ultrasounds use high-pitch sound waves to create images of your baby in the womb? Ultrasound is sent into your body and the sound waves that bounce back are converted into images or sounds, like your baby’s heartbeat, and are shown on a monitor.

Schedule your free pregnancy test today and find out if you're eligible for a free ultrasound!

Source: True to Life Productions

11/11/2025

Dear Veterans,
Thank you for your selflessness. We appreciate you. 💚

11/11/2025

Dear YOU,

You’ve been carrying a lot lately—more than most people know.
But you’re still here. You keep trying. You keep showing up.
That’s strength.

You are doing better than you think.

But please don’t forget:
You are allowed to rest. It’s OK to let others help you with the load. You are never alone.

With Care,
🧡 Someone Who Believes in You

11/08/2025

It’s been a long week, but we made it to Friday!

How do you feel about Fridays? Post your GIF in the comments below!

11/07/2025

We are pleased to announce the installation of our new pregnancy and infant loss memorial wall, specifically for members of the Starting Point family who have experienced this heartbreaking loss.

Our clients are welcome to personalize their own leaf and place it on the tree in memory of the baby they have lost.

If you are a Starting Point client, be sure to stop by and let us know that you would like to add your memorial leaf to the tree.

If you feel you would like additional support for your loss, we also have a pregnancy loss advocate or licensed counselor available to meet with you.

Call or text to schedule an appointment.
740.393.0370 📲

*Ruth Frady, Client Advocate displays her personal leaf, honoring the memory of her child, Benjamin. Ruth’s passion is to help others navigate their grief through pregnancy and infant loss.

11/06/2025

Post-Abortion Syndrome refers to the range of emotions many women and men experience following an abortion. These emotions show up in a variety of ways, including:

🟠 92% experience emotional deadening or depression
🟠 86% feel an increased tendency toward anger or rage
🟠 86% experience fear that others will learn of the abortion or fear of future health issues
🟠 82% report feelings of isolation or loneliness
🟠 75% report loss of self-confidence
🟠 73% report some sexual dysfunction
🟠 58% report difficulty sleeping or having nightmares
🟠 57% express difficulty maintaining relationships
🟠 56% experience suicidal feelings

[Source: the Elliott Institute, afterabortion.org]

You do not have to suffer alone. Our compassionate staff and volunteers are here to support you without judgment. Call or text today to make an appointment with our licensed counselor.

Call or Text:📲 740-393-0370
or visit www.knoxstartingpoint.com

11/03/2025

Reminder: Mom's Group is tomorrow, November 4 from 11 AM - 1 PM. Join us for a Thanksgiving Feast, with childcare provided!

Join us for a THANKSGIVING FEAST at Mom's Group ...and bring a friend! ALL Moms are welcome!

Tuesday, November 4, 11 AM - 1 PM at Starting Point

11 Woodlake Trail, Mount Vernon, OH

Lunch: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Macaroni & Cheese, Stuffing, Corn ... and more!
Bring a dessert to share, if you’d like!

Special guest Catie Hayes from the OSU Extension office of Knox County will be sharing healthy eating tips and tricks for the holiday season as well as a no crust pumpkin pie recipe!

Childcare Provided

We hope to see you there!