BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and people of color. Pronounced “bye-pock,” this is a term specific to the United States, intended to center the experiences of Black and Indigenous groups and demonstrate solidarity between communities of color.

Intracervical insemination is a type of assisted reproduction when sperm is inserted in the cervix, which serves as the passageway to the uterus.

Intrauterine insemination is a type of assisted reproduction used to treat infertility. Sperm is placed directly in the uterus in order for one or more eggs to be fertilized.

In vitro fertilization is a series of procedures used to help with fertility or prevent genetic problems and assist with the conception of a child.

The period occurring in, concerned with, or around the time of birth.

The loss of pregnancy including by miscarriage, still birth and infant loss.

The one year period following childbirth.

The period of pregnancy prior to birth.

An individual who chooses to become a parent without a partner. Often achieved through the use of a known donor, sperm bank donor, ICI, IUI, IVF or adoption.

Refers to a time period in which an individual or couple is actively trying to have a child.

Professionals with a minimum of two years of experience that have been specifically educated and trained to provide support to individuals in the perinatal population.

The termination of a pregnancy, or an abortion, due to medical conditions identified in either the baby/fetus or pregnant person.