{"id":160405,"date":"2026-02-02T08:14:50","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T14:14:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/?page_id=160405"},"modified":"2026-04-09T16:25:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T22:25:37","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"160405\" class=\"elementor elementor-160405\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9a819cb hub-bottom-description elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9a819cb\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9e5f026\" data-id=\"9e5f026\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b75831d hub-text-link elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b75831d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><b>About<\/b>The American Pregnancy Association: Committed to Pregnancy Wellness<\/h1><h2>The About Roadmap<\/h2><p>The American Pregnancy Association is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to promoting reproductive wellness through research-based education and advocacy. We recognize that in your most sensitive moments, you need a source that is both fact-based and deeply compassionate, and we are dedicated to being that steady voice for millions and millions of pregnancies. Our organization prioritizes clinical integrity by anchoring all resources in peer-reviewed data from trusted authorities, including <strong>ACOG, the CDC, NICHD, and the WHO<\/strong>. You can learn more about our history and core values by visiting the <a href=\"\/about\/about-us\/\">about us<\/a> page, or see how we collaborate with <a href=\"\/about\/sponsor-partners\/\">sponsor partners<\/a> who share our dedication to maternal health. As a donor-supported information hub, we invite you to <a href=\"\/about\/donate-today\/\">donate today<\/a> to help us continue providing free, expert guidance to those who need it most. 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src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-88025\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1-300x104.jpg 300w, https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1-1024x356.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1-768x267.jpg 768w, https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1-150x52.jpg 150w, https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/contact-header-1-500x174.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2faa99e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2faa99e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Contact<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/about\/contact\/\" class=\"jet-engine-listing-overlay-link\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a6ec97 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"6a6ec97\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88ed713 hub-text-link elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"88ed713\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>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.<\/p><p>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 <a href=\"\/resources\/pregnancy-calculator\/\">Pregnancy Due Date Calculator<\/a>, and live support services like our <a href=\"\/resources\/free-live-helpline\/\">Free Live Helpline<\/a>, we help individuals feel informed, supported, and confident at every stage.<\/p><p>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 <a href=\"\/about\/about-us\/\">about us<\/a>.<\/p><h2>Our Mission<\/h2><p><a href=\"\/about\/mission\/\">The mission of the American Pregnancy Association<\/a> is to promote reproductive and pregnancy wellness through education, support, advocacy, and community awareness.<\/p><p>We are committed to providing accurate, up-to-date information that helps individuals make informed decisions about their health, pregnancy, and family planning.<\/p><p>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 <a href=\"\/about\/about-us\/\">About Us Overview<\/a> and we welcome <a href=\"\/about\/contact\/\">connecting with you<\/a>, too.<\/p><h2>What We Do<\/h2><p>The American Pregnancy Association provides a comprehensive range of resources designed to support individuals at every stage of their pregnancy journey.<\/p><p>Our work includes:<\/p><ul><li>Educational content covering pregnancy, fertility, birth, and postpartum care<\/li><li>Interactive tools such as pregnancy calculators and quizzes<\/li><li>Live support services through phone and chat<\/li><li>Resource navigation to help individuals find additional care and services<\/li><\/ul><p>Each resource is designed to provide either quick answers or deeper educational guidance, depending on the needs of the user\u00b3. As a 501(c)(3) US-based nonprofit organization our primary financial support comes from <a href=\"\/about\/donate-today\/\">donations<\/a> from people like you. We are always grateful for gifts of any size.<\/p><h2>Donations<\/h2><p>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.<\/p><p>Donations help support the continued development of educational content, practical pregnancy tools, and live support services such as the <a href=\"\/resources\/free-live-helpline\/\">Free Live Helpline<\/a>. They also help us expand access to trustworthy information for people navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and related health concerns.<\/p><p>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 <a href=\"\/about\/donate-today\/\">Donations<\/a> Page to learn more.<\/p><h2>Sponsor Partners<\/h2><p>The American Pregnancy Association values relationships with sponsor partners who help expand awareness, access, and support for pregnancy wellness.<\/p><p>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.<\/p><p>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 <a href=\"\/about\/sponsor-partners\/\">Sponsor Partners<\/a> page.<\/p><h2>Partner With Us<\/h2><p>Partnership plays an important role in extending the reach of pregnancy education and support.<\/p><p>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.<\/p><p>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 <a href=\"\/about\/partner-with-us\/\">Partner With Us<\/a> to learn more about how we may be able to collaborate.<\/p><h2>Supporting You Through Every Stage<\/h2><p>We organize our content and resources to support each stage of the reproductive journey, including:<\/p><ul><li>Trying to conceive and fertility awareness<\/li><li>Pregnancy and prenatal care<\/li><li>Preparing for labor and delivery<\/li><li>Postpartum recovery and newborn care<\/li><\/ul><p>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 <a href=\"\/pregnancy\/\">Pregnancy guide<\/a>, which provides a structured overview of development, prenatal care, and health.<\/p><h2>Educational Resources You Can Trust<\/h2><p>Our educational content is designed to be clear, accessible, and grounded in medical guidance from trusted health organizations\u00b2.<\/p><p>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.<\/p><p>Our goal is not only to inform, but also to empower individuals to feel confident in the decisions they make about their health, <a href=\"\/pregnancy\/\">pregnancy<\/a> and families.<\/p><h2>Live Support Services<\/h2><p>We understand that some questions are best answered through human connection.<\/p><p>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 pregnancy\u00b9. One of the most commonly used services is our <a href=\"\/resources\/free-live-helpline\/\">Free Live Helpline<\/a>, where individuals can speak directly with a trained specialist.<\/p><p>These services are:<\/p><ul><li>Confidential<\/li><li>Compassionate<\/li><li>Non-judgmental<\/li><\/ul><p>Whether someone is seeking information, reassurance, or direction, our support team is here to help.<\/p><h2>Tools and Resources for Everyday Use<\/h2><p>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 resources\u00b3.<\/p><p>These include:<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"\/resources\/pregnancy-calculator\/\">Pregnancy calculators<\/a> (such as due date estimation)<\/li><li>Symptom quizzes<\/li><li>Nutrition and health resources<\/li><li>Planning tools for pregnancy and postpartum care<\/li><\/ul><p>These tools are designed to provide quick insights and support informed decision-making.<\/p><h2>Our Commitment to Compassionate Care<\/h2><p>We recognize that every pregnancy journey is unique.<\/p><p>Some individuals are planning for pregnancy, while others may be facing <a href=\"\/unplanned-pregnancy\/\">unexpected situations<\/a>. 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