Gillian's Story
Grandmother to little Poppy Grace
"When my 16-year-old daughter Jasmine came home and told me she was pregnant, I hoped she had got it wrong. I was in complete and utter shock, and went into 'panic mode'. I was so anxious because I didn’t know how my daughter could cope with becoming a mum at 16 years old.
While searching online, I came across the Stanton Healthcare website. I phoned their helpline and I explained the situation and my concerns about my daughter. They immediately calmed me down. Stanton assured me that we were not alone, and that help and support were available for as long as we needed it.
As soon as I was off the phone, I felt a peace come over me and I knew that everything was going to be ok. Stanton truly was a light in the darkness.
Because of the support and encouragement that we received, my daughter was able to continue with her education.
And only three weeks before her baby was born, Jasmine finished her last GCSE exam. I was so proud of her.
But my proudest moment was when Jasmine gave birth to little Poppy Grace.
And when my beautiful granddaughter Poppy Grace was just one month old, Jasmine received her exam results - she had passed them all with flying colours! Words cannot describe how proud I am of my daughter and all that she has achieved. I believe she will be a role model for other young teenagers who find themselves in a crisis pregnancy.
My message to other mothers who find themselves in similar situations is - don't panic, get in touch with Stanton Healthcare and hang in there - your life will change for the better.
Thank you Stanton. Little Poppy Grace - 'our gift' - has made our lives so much more beautiful".
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