Laconia, Plymouth pregnancy centers celebrate new ultrasound machines

Aspire Women’s Center in Laconia and Haven Pregnancy Services in Plymouth are celebrating the addition of two brand new, state of the art ultrasound machines.

“An ultrasound scan allows a woman to see her developing baby while confirming the presence of an intra-uterine pregnancy. Our new machine brings great clarity to the ultrasound images our medical director reads for us,” said Beth Bissonnette, executive director of Haven Pregnancy Services. “We are especially thankful to our supporting friends who completely funded the purchase of the machine with their very generous giving.”

Both Haven Pregnancy Services and Aspire Women’s Center offer free services to women and families including pregnancy testing, limited obstetrical ultrasound for pregnancy confirmation, pregnancy and parenting classes as well as materials items such as baby clothing and diapers. They receive no federal or state funding.

“All of our services are offered free of charge because of generous donations from supporters and through various fundraisers,” said Linda Trask, executive director of Aspire Women’s Center. “Fathers and fathers-to-be are also welcome at our centers,” she added, as their centers also offer fatherhood programs to help dads get off to a good start.

“We look forward to serving the women and families in Central NH,” said Dr. Joseph Ebner, OB-GYN at Plymouth Women’s Health and Chief Medical Officer at Speare Memorial Hospital in Plymouth. Ebner serves as medical director for both Aspire and Haven.

Aspire Women’s Center in Laconia, 603-528-3121 and Haven Pregnancy Services in Plymouth, 603-536-2111, are currently accepting new clients by appointment or walk-in.

From left at the Aspire Women's Cente are Linda Trask, executive director; Ann Marie Chrobak, nurse manager; Dr. Joe Ebner, medical director of Haven Pregnancy Services; Molly O'Mara, nurse manager; and Beth Bissonnette, executive director. (Courtesy photo)