A former receptionist at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Santa Maria, California, has come forward to share a deeply disturbing account of her experiences processing fetal remains. Nallely Perez worked at the facility in the late 2000s, initially holding the view that supporting abortion was acceptable as long as she did not choose that option for herself. Over time, her role expanded from receptionist to counselor, where she engaged with women facing pregnancy decisions. Eventually, she found herself involved in the more clinical aspects of abortion procedures, which included overseeing women post-abortion and handling remains in the conception lab.
The details she provides are unsettling. Perez described her responsibilities of emptying jars filled with fetal remains, rinsing them, and storing them in a freezer. She recalled the laborious process as repetitive. “We were just like robots,” Perez said, indicating the mechanical nature of the work. Each day, she managed between 13 and 14 bags of remains, performing these tasks without apparent emotional connection until a specific incident changed everything.
One day, Perez was confronted with the remains of a baby that had reached 16 weeks gestation—far beyond the typical 12-week limit at the facility. She vividly recalled, “In the past, I would see little arms, little legs, but this baby, his head was complete.” Her description painted a striking image of a fully developed baby, highlighting details like the baby’s long arms, spine, and the spots where eyes would later form. This experience shattered her emotional detachment.
“The baby was just sitting there,” she noted, emphasizing how this moment stood out among her usual encounters with remains. The doctor’s methodical approach—“he counted the pieces” as if it was an everyday task—deepened Perez’s distress. The callousness she perceived was pivotal in her shifting perspective. That evening, compelled by the vivid image of the baby, she experienced nightmares about what she had witnessed, a clear sign of her internal conflict.
Despite her distress, many coworkers brushed off the incident as standard protocol. One colleague remarked, “No, this is normal. We do it all the time,” demonstrating a chilling normalization of such experiences. For Perez, the weight of that encounter lingered far beyond what her colleagues accepted. It became a defining moment in her life, leading her to seek solace in her faith and ultimately to leave her job.
Thanks to the guidance of Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood employee who has become a prominent figure in the anti-abortion movement, Perez now uses her story as a beacon for life. Johnson affirmed the importance of Perez’s testimony, describing how “God has uniquely equipped Nallely and redeemed every area of her life: in her faith, her family, and through her work in this ministry.” Perez’s unique insights from both sides of the abortion debate contribute greatly to the conversations surrounding pregnancy choices.
Today, Nallely Perez stands as an advocate for mothers, aiming to redirect their paths toward choosing life. Her experiences reveal not just the shocking realities within abortion facilities, but also a personal transformation that underscores the power of faith and redemption.
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