Promoting Reproductive Wellness and Supporting Teen Pregnancy Awareness

The American Pregnancy Association is a national health organization committed to promoting reproductive and pregnancy wellness through education, support, advocacy, and community awareness. By utilizing a toll-free helpline (800) 672-2296 and web chat, the Association is able to deliver counsel and answers about their reproductive/pregnancy health; plus access to health resources when women need those most.

The Mission of the American Pregnancy Association

The Association seeks to increase awareness of the reproductive and pregnancy needs in our society along with the resources necessary to address these needs. Our website features more than 700 articles about the full spectrum of reproductive wellness. Sources for these articles include recently published medical research; physician and association white papers; and medical textbooks and sites. While we provide information and education, it is not to be consider as/or used for medical diagnoses. Please consult your physician/healthcare provider to receive individual medical care.

Regarding advocacy, the Association seeks to support women and families by lobbying the legislature, businesses, and insurance providers to promote pregnancy and family health issues. The Association believes that research is the foundation to significant reproductive discoveries.

Understanding Teen Pregnancy in the United States

Teen Pregnancy is a teenaged or underage female (ages 13-19) being pregnant. Teen Pregnancy is a Serious Issue in the United States. The United States has the highest teen pregnancy rate of any developed country. Despite the recently declining teen pregnancy rates, 3 in 10 teen girls in the US will get pregnant at least once before age 20.

Dealing with pregnancy as a teenager can be frightening for new parents, as more responsibility is placed upon them and they have to take “adult” roles. Your life shifts direction and opportunities are lost. Additionally, the bones and muscles of teenagers are not ready for the physical stresses of pregnancy.

Key Facts and Statistics

• A teenage girl gets pregnant every 30 seconds.
• 1 in 10 female teenagers gets pregnant each year.
• 4 in 10 of all girls become pregnant at least once before they reach the age of 20.
• The U.S. has the highest teen pregnancy rate in the industrialized world – twice as high as in England or Canada.
• Less than half of all high school students have ever had sex.

Available Support and Hotlines

Access American pregnancy helplines like the American Pregnancy Helpline, Birthright International, and Crisis Call Center for support anytime. Call, text, or visit their websites for assistance with teen pregnancy concerns:

• American Pregnancy Helpline: 866-942-6466 (Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week)
• Birthright International: 800-550-4900 (Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week)
• Crisis Call Center: 800-273-8255 or text ANSWER to 839863

The Association is only able to accomplish our mission with the commitment of people like you. Your tax deductible contribution provides valuable education and more importantly support to women when they need it most. A pregnancy complication or pregnancy related loss is devastating, but with your assistance, her help is here.