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Ep. 75: "He Poisoned Me With Abortion Pills" - Catherine's Story

Ep. 75: "He Poisoned Me With Abortion Pills" - Catherine's Story

Update: 2025-10-281
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Catherine opens up about the years she spent trapped in an abusive marriage marked by emotional abuse, infidelity, and alcohol use by her former spouse. What began as a hopeful relationship spiraled into something she never imagined when she discovered her husband’s shocking attempts to secretly poison her with abortion pills in an effort to end her pregnancy.


With courage and honesty, Catherine shares how she uncovered the truth, the steps she took to protect herself, and the journey toward rebuilding her life after trauma.


Together, we talk about the complexities of abuse, the warning signs that are often overlooked, and the strength it takes to break free.


Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic abuse, substance abuse, and physical harm through abortion pills.


For more about Catherine's story, please visit her social media pages and links related to her story:

Socials:

@catherinepresslyherring

@sayhmfoundation


Articles:

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-attorney-poisoned-pregnant-wife-abortion-medication-sentenced-18-rcna138065


https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/news/2024/03/06/shreveport-senator-files-bill-after-sisters-husband-tried-to-secretly-abort-baby-with-abortion-pill/72863621007/


https://sbaprolife.org/newsroom/press-releases/the-catherine-and-josephine-herring-act-heads-to-gov-landrys-desk





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Ep. 75: "He Poisoned Me With Abortion Pills" - Catherine's Story

Ep. 75: "He Poisoned Me With Abortion Pills" - Catherine's Story