Terms of Use
Welcome to The Birth Buddy, a project powered by Births Count. By using this website (thebirthbuddy.org), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site.
1. Nature of the Service
The Birth Buddy provides a publicly accessible directory of birth, postpartum, and early parenting resources and services. The Site is designed for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
We do not offer direct patient care. The inclusion of a provider or service in our directory does not constitute endorsement or guarantee of quality. Users are responsible for verifying the accuracy, credentials, and availability of any service listed.
2. User Responsibilities
By using this Site, you agree to:
Use the Site for lawful and non-commercial purposes only.
Not misrepresent yourself or impersonate any other person or entity.
Independently verify any information provided before making decisions about your care or services.
Acknowledge that information may change or become outdated, and you use it at your own risk.
3. No Medical Advice
The content on The Birth Buddy is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, midwife, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or healthcare needs.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
4. Content Accuracy
We strive to keep our directory accurate and up-to-date, but we cannot guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the information provided. The information on this Site is based on publicly available data, community submissions, and organization outreach.
If you find inaccurate or outdated information, we encourage you to contact us to help us improve the resource.
5. Third-Party Services
This Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not control or endorse the content, products, or services offered by third parties, and we are not responsible for their availability, accuracy, or practices.
6. Submitting Resources
If you submit a resource to be listed on The Birth Buddy, you represent that the information provided is accurate and current to the best of your knowledge. We reserve the right to edit or remove listings at our discretion.
7. Intellectual Property
All content, branding, and materials on this Site are the property of Births Count or its licensors and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.
8. Modifications to the Terms
We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Births Count and The Birth Buddy disclaim all warranties and shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from your use of or reliance on the Site, including but not limited to inaccuracies in listings or third-party content.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
