Iowa's Pro-Life Leaders
Advocating for the protection of life in Iowa from fertilization to natural death since 1972
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Stay on the pro-life pulse with Pulse Life Advocates
Founded in 1972, Pulse Life Advocates is the longest-standing, original non-profit, pro-life organization in Iowa. We're dedicated to informing, educating, and inspiring a new generation to value the sanctity of all human life from fertilization to natural death. Our executive director, Maggie DeWitte, is the spokesperson for the Iowa Coalition of Pro-Life Leaders.
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Battling the Culture of Death ... One Heart and Mind at a Time.
We advocate at the state capitol,
in classrooms, and at events across
Iowa on the following issues...
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March for Life 2026 recap
By Maggie DeWitte, Executive Director, Pulse Life Advocates This was my 16th year organizing this pilgrimage to Washington DC. The March for life is one of Pulse’s longest-standing events dating…
Greatest Love Songs Ever: #3 “Can’t Help Falling In Love”
A song like “Can’t Help Falling in Love” tells us that love goes far beyond sexuality. It says that love is an exchange of lives. “I give my life to you, you give your life to me.” Or as God explains in the Book of Genesis, “two become one flesh.”
The impact of Roe v Wade
It’s been 53 years since the Supreme Court issued the Roe v Wade decision. Along with its companion decision, Bolton v Roe, the decisions legalized abortion and negated most state regulations in place. What has been the impact of Roe v Wade on the U.S.? Let’s take a look.
How abortion impacted Black America
On this, the 2026 commemoration of Martin Luther King Day, Pulse Life Advocates considers the impact of abortion on the African American community. Q. How many Black babies have…
National March For Life
Every year we take students and adults by bus on a pilgrimage to the March for Life in Washington D.C. This is truly a life changing event!
Iowa March for Life
Iowans have the courage to stand up publicly for our beliefs. That is why the Iowa March is such a success and continues to grow.
Pro-Life Leaders
We are a proud founding member of the Coalition of Pro-Life Leaders in Iowa
Crisis Pregnancy Help
Are you experiencing an unplanned pregnancy? You are not alone. There are loving and supportive organizations throughout the state just waiting to help you with whatever you need. Reach out and get the support you need today..
The Pro-life Blogger
This book follows the progression of the pro-life movement in Iowa and across the country and features pro-life successes and setbacks over the dramatic sweep of the last seven years.
It offers human stories, faith insights, political maneuverings, and cultural clashes impacting life issues.
Order Online or pick one up at Divine Treasures on Hickman Ave. in Des Moines.
Free Resource Book
Women have been lied to. Get the true information on contraception and family planning. Download our free booklet with scientific research of these important issues.
