On this episode of the We Share podcast, Alex and Julie sit down with Jennell Faulkner, Executive Director of the Nest Pregnancy Center, to discuss the mission and work behind pregnancy centers like hers. Jennell shares how the Nest provides a confidential, judgment-free space for women and men facing unplanned pregnancies—offering emotional support, resources, and practical tools such as parenting classes, baby supplies, and trauma healing.

The conversation dives into the current challenges around abortion access in Idaho, particularly misinformation about the abortion pill and its risks, such as ordering it from unregulated websites without proper medical oversight. Jennell emphasizes the importance of informed choice, highlighting that 80% of women who see an ultrasound of their baby choose life. She also speaks candidly about the real emotional and physical needs these women face and how the Nest steps in to offer support, often through unexpected community generosity.

Jennell shares her personal journey to leading the center, her belief in the power of creating safe spaces, and her hope that society can become more compassionate by listening before judging. The episode wraps with a heartfelt call to empathy: when someone you love faces an unplanned pregnancy, pause, listen, and be their safe place.