Within the pregnancy help movement, terminology can vary across organizations, reflecting the distinct approaches and needs of each community. While this diversity is a strength, terminology differences can sometimes lead to confusion or misreporting, especially when completing forms or reporting data. If one organization uses a different term for a service than what's listed on a form or report, they might mistakenly indicate they don’t offer that service—when in fact, they do. Clear, shared terminology—or at least an understanding of equivalent terms—is essential to ensure accurate reporting and consistent communication.

To make the application process smoother and avoid confusion, we’ve put together a list of common terms and what they mean, sorted by priority and frequency of client requests.

When checking services on the application, please use the definitions below to select the services your organization directly provides:

• Pregnancy Tests (Medical Service) - Testing for hCG levels in urine and/or blood (Urine hCG Pregnancy test; serum hCG pregnancy test)
• Self-Pregnancy Testing - Client performs urine pregnancy testing independently without medical oversight
• Ultrasound Services (On-site) - Offers ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy
• Ultrasound Referral in partnership with other clinics - Offers referral for ultrasound with another clinic or physician, either on-site or at another location
• Mobile Unit (Medical/Consulting) - Mobile medical unit offering ultrasounds and options consulting
• Prenatal Care (On-site) - Offers prenatal medical care on-site
• STI Testing (Medical Service) - Testing for particular STIs
• STI Treatment (Medical Service) - Treatment for particular STIs
• Maternity Housing - An organization providing residential care for expectant and/or parenting mothers and their children.
• Free Maternity and Baby Supplies - Free supplies may include maternity items, diapers, wipes, formula, baby clothing, and various baby items
• Pregnancy Options Consulting - Offers clients education and consultation services discussing pregnancy options
• Abortion Recovery - Can include resources, counseling, support groups, and/or educational resources to help women and men find healing after an abortion
• Medical Care Following Chemical Abortion - Offering medical care to women after a chemical abortion, including assessment and/or ultrasound
• Telehealth - Using digital technologies to deliver life-affirming healthcare services remotely, including telemedicine (e.g., pre- and post-abortion assessments/consultations, APR, patient education, and remote vital signs monitoring, etc.)
• Telecare - Using digital technologies to deliver pregnancy help services to empower clients to embrace life-affirming choices remotely, including virtual initial client intake and ongoing support (e.g., intervention appointments, options education/consulting, parenting classes, relationship/life skill coaching, etc.)
• Incentive Programs - Educational classes incentivized by material assistance (a.k.a. earn while you learn program)
• Parenting Classes - Provides classes to empower moms and dads on their parenting journey
• Childbirth Preparation Classes - Provides classes in preparation for childbirth
• Adoption Agency (On-site) - Legally authorized to facilitate adoption placements
• Adoption Information - Provides education on the adoption process and referrals to adoption agencies as needed
• Well-Woman Visits - Routine medical care for clients, such as yearly gynecology and pap tests
• Men’s Program/Mentorship - Offers support, education, and resources to expectant and parenting fathers, empowering them to navigate fatherhood with confidence
• Community Referrals/Networking - Provides referrals for community resources, which may include housing, healthcare, food pantries, professional counseling, childcare, legal assistance, and more
• Perinatal Hospice - Offers support to families who choose to continue a pregnancy after receiving a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis
• Sexual Health Program - Offers clients education and consultation services discussing sexual health, which may include abstinence, fertility awareness, STIs, and more

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Last updated May 2025