The Open Door Pregnancy Resource Center

Volunteering We all live busy lives and it can be hard to find the time to volunteer. Still, the benefits can be fulfilling to you, your family, and your community. Finding the right program can lead to new friends, help you learn a new skill, look good on your resume, reduce stress, and help connect you with the community.  Giving to others is good for the mind and soul. Why Volunteer Providing help to people or a community in need can give you a sense of purpose. Volunteering doesn't mean that you have to give up a big part of your time or has to be long term. You can give in simple ways such as donating food. A well-known benefit of volunteering is the connection you make with others volunteering and those you are helping. Connecting with other people not only helps you but them as well. Everyone can use a friend and deserves kindness. Helping with simple tasks can make a huge difference in the lives of people, animals, and the community as a whole. Volunteering is a grea...

Diapers Most would think the concept of diapers, both cloth and disposable, is the best thing ever. The bee's knees. They protect your baby’s bum and are strong enough to hold things where they are supposed to. But how much do you really know about diapers? Did you know they weren’t always like this? Cloth diapers were a “thing” and during the last century, they were the best way to handle babies messes. Disposable diapers weren’t available until the 40s, which were a luxury only a few could afford. A Bit of History There are historical documents that suggest parents used some form of the diaper during ancient times. Animal skins, moss, leaves, linens, or milkweed leaf are some of the materials used. During the Elizabethan times, some sort of cloth diaper was used but was rarely changed so children wore soiled diapers for days before being washed. During ancient times, Innuits placed moss under sealskin, Native Americans packed grass under diaper covers made of rabbit skin, ...