AboutThe American Pregnancy Association: Committed to Pregnancy Wellness

The American Pregnancy Association is dedicated to providing reliable, evidence-based information and compassionate support for individuals and families navigating pregnancy, reproductive health, and early parenthood.

Pregnancy is often filled with questions, decisions, and emotions. Our goal is to ensure that no one has to navigate this journey alone. Through educational resources, practical tools such as the Pregnancy Due Date Calculator, and live support services like our Free Live Helpline, we help individuals feel informed, supported, and confident at every stage.

This About Guide introduces who we are, what we do, and how our resources are designed to support you. We hope you enjoy getting to know more about us.

Our Mission

The mission of the American Pregnancy Association is to promote reproductive and pregnancy wellness through education, support, advocacy, and community awareness.

We are committed to providing accurate, up-to-date information that helps individuals make informed decisions about their health, pregnancy, and family planning.

Our work is centered on compassion, respect, and a belief that every individual deserves access to trustworthy information and supportive care. To learn more about our core principles, please explore the About Us Overview and we welcome connecting with you, too.

What We Do

The American Pregnancy Association provides a comprehensive range of resources designed to support individuals at every stage of their pregnancy journey.

Our work includes:

• Educational content covering pregnancy, fertility, birth, and postpartum care
• Interactive tools such as pregnancy calculators and quizzes
• Live support services through phone and chat
• Resource navigation to help individuals find additional care and services

Each resource is designed to provide either quick answers or deeper educational guidance, depending on the needs of the user³. As a 501(c)(3) US-based nonprofit organization our primary financial support comes from donations from people like you. We are always grateful for gifts of any size.

Donations

As a nonprofit organization, the American Pregnancy Association depends on the generosity of donors to help make pregnancy education and support services available to individuals and families who need them.

Donations help support the continued development of educational content, practical pregnancy tools, and live support services such as the Free Live Helpline. They also help us expand access to trustworthy information for people navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and related health concerns.

Every contribution, regardless of size, helps strengthen our ability to serve individuals and families with compassion and accuracy. If you would like to support this work, please join us on our Donations Page to learn more.

Sponsor Partners

The American Pregnancy Association values relationships with sponsor partners who help expand awareness, access, and support for pregnancy wellness.

Sponsor partnerships can help strengthen educational outreach, broaden the reach of supportive services, and connect communities with practical resources. These partnerships are most meaningful when they align with our mission of providing trustworthy information and compassionate support.

We are grateful for organizations and partners who share a commitment to maternal health, reproductive wellness, and family support. To learn more about current relationships and partnership opportunities, you can explore our Sponsor Partners page.

Partner With Us

Partnership plays an important role in extending the reach of pregnancy education and support.

Organizations, professionals, and community leaders may choose to partner with the American Pregnancy Association in different ways, including educational collaboration, awareness-building efforts, sponsorship opportunities, or support for key services and programs.

Our goal is to build mission-aligned relationships that strengthen pregnancy support for individuals and families. If your organization is interested in working together, please visit Partner With Us to learn more about how we may be able to collaborate.

Supporting You Through Every Stage

We organize our content and resources to support each stage of the reproductive journey, including:

• Trying to conceive and fertility awareness
• Pregnancy and prenatal care
• Preparing for labor and delivery
• Postpartum recovery and newborn care

This structure allows individuals to find relevant information quickly while also exploring related topics as their journey progresses. You can explore these stages in more detail through our Pregnancy guide, which provides a structured overview of development, prenatal care, and health.

Educational Resources You Can Trust

Our educational content is designed to be clear, accessible, and grounded in medical guidance from trusted health organizations².

We translate complex medical information into language that is easier to understand while maintaining accuracy and integrity. Topics are carefully structured to help users move from general understanding to more detailed information when needed.

Our goal is not only to inform, but also to empower individuals to feel confident in the decisions they make about their health, pregnancy and families.

Live Support Services

We understand that some questions are best answered through human connection.

The American Pregnancy Association offers live support services that connect individuals with trained specialists who can provide guidance, answer questions, and help navigate available resources. Public health organizations emphasize the importance of access to reliable pregnancy information and support services during pregnancy¹. One of the most commonly used services is our Free Live Helpline, where individuals can speak directly with a trained specialist.

These services are:

• Confidential
• Compassionate
• Non-judgmental

Whether someone is seeking information, reassurance, or direction, our support team is here to help.

Tools and Resources for Everyday Use

In addition to educational content, we provide practical tools designed to help individuals apply information to their own situations. Guidance from national health organizations highlights the importance of accessible pregnancy education and planning resources³.

These include:

• Pregnancy calculators (such as due date estimation)
• Symptom quizzes
• Nutrition and health resources
• Planning tools for pregnancy and postpartum care

These tools are designed to provide quick insights and support informed decision-making.

Our Commitment to Compassionate Care

We recognize that every pregnancy journey is unique.

Some individuals are planning for pregnancy, while others may be facing unexpected situations. Some experiences are joyful, while others may be challenging or uncertain.

Our commitment is to provide support that is respectful, inclusive, and compassionate—meeting individuals where they are without judgment.

The Role of Medical Guidance

While we provide educational information and support, our resources are designed to complement—not replace—care from licensed healthcare providers.

We encourage individuals to seek medical advice from qualified professionals for diagnosis, treatment, and personalized care.

Our role is to help individuals better understand their options, prepare for conversations with their providers, and feel more confident in their healthcare decisions.

Moving Forward with Confidence

Access to reliable information and supportive resources can make a meaningful difference during pregnancy and early parenthood.

Whether you are seeking trusted information, tools, or someone to talk to, the American Pregnancy Association is here to support you.

We are honored to be part of your journey.