Making a pregnancy decision, especially when your pregnancy was unexpected, can feel incredibly overwhelming. Some women wait days, weeks, or even months after their baby is born to choose adoption. There is always time to make an adoption plan. Almost every state requires a waiting period before a mother can sign the consent to adoption
We have good news. Despite taking drugs, some couples will want to adopt your baby, even if they are born with special needs. Although it is impossible to know the impact your drug use has had on your baby until after they are born, many services exist to help families care for babies exposed to
Nothing can be further from the truth. Although many women in the past may have been forced to, they never gave up on their children. When you choose adoption, you’re giving your child benefits they might not otherwise have. You’re giving them: A loving, caring family. A two-parent home with possible siblings. Better opportunities for
Placing your baby for adoption is not a one-time decision; it’s a lifetime commitment. You love your child and want the best for them, which may include another family raising them. As you consider whether adoption is the best solution, you must receive thorough adoption counseling. Understanding the process and the potential emotional consequences is
Expectant mothers who consider placing their child for adoption and potential adoptive parents worry about the cost. For an expectant mother or birth mother, it costs nothing to place your child for adoption. What’s more, the type of adoption usually determines the fees for adoptive parents. Let’s take a closer look. There’s No Cost for
Your first reaction when you find out you’re unexpectedly pregnant may be to get an abortion. No one will have to know about the pregnancy, right? But are you aware that there are potential physical and emotional risks with every abortion procedure? Get the facts so you can make a confident decision. Do This Before
Selecting the potential adoptive family for your baby is perhaps the most critical step in the adoption process. You’ve chosen to place your child for adoption because you want them to have a happy and secure life. By choosing their adoptive family, you’re shaping their future. Here are a few tips to get you started.
Adoptive parents have unique opportunities to celebrate special milestones with their adopted child. Here are three ways to honor and remember your child’s adoption, biological family, and the wonderful memories adoption creates. Celebrate “Gotcha Day” The excitement, relief, and anticipation that adoptive parents feel when the courts finalize their child’s adoption is a reason to
It doesn’t matter whether you’re an adoptive or birth parent or an adoptee; expectations abound in adoption. Giving everyone the freedom to voice those expectations is critical for healthy relationships. Here are a few strategies that may help mend some fences. It Is Okay to Have Boundaries Today, open or semi-open adoptions are the norm.
As you quietly shared the news about your pregnancy, your partner, a family member, or a friend most likely gave their opinion about what you should do. Usually, those closest to you offer their opinions because they care about you. But what do you do when an opinion feels like pressure? Having an abortion is
Sibling rivalry is as old as time. Remember the Bible story in Genesis of Cain and Abel? Jealousy between biological and adopted siblings can be devastating for a family. The best way to deal with potential jealousy is to discuss the upcoming changes before the sibling arrives. Paving the way openly and honestly can help
As a mother, you know the time, energy, and resources it takes to raise kids. It can be hard, really hard. If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy while already raising other kids, you have a big decision to make. What is best for you this time: making an adoption plan or parenting another child?
Adoption can be stressful for everyone in the family. No one knows what to expect because it’s new and unfamiliar territory. Preparing your children for the arrival of their adopted sibling is critical. Here are a few tips to get you started. Talk with Them About Adoption While You Wait “Hurry up and wait” is
Often, when discovering an unplanned pregnancy, women panic and think abortion is the only option. However, having an abortion can cause physical and emotional consequences. You should consider your other options: making an adoption plan or choosing to parent. Right about now, you may be saying, “No way. I couldn’t give my child up for
Discovering an unexpected pregnancy can be quite a shock, especially when you already have other children. Like all mothers, you know the incredible amount of time, energy, and finances required to raise a family today. Adding another little one depletes your resources even more. How do you manage the stress? Here are five suggestions for
If you’re considering placing your child for adoption after birth, you likely have many questions. Many women wonder what kind of relationship they will have with their child after placing him or her for adoption. The good news? You are in control of the adoption process and you can choose the type of adoption you
Did you know you have options for your unexpected pregnancy? Deciding what to do about your pregnancy is a big decision, and it’s good to have choices. Adoption is one choice you may not have thought about. Choosing adoption could be right for you if: You’re not ready to be a parent Abortion isn’t an
Are you considering adoption for your unplanned pregnancy? Your next step is deciding how much contact you’d like to have with the adoptive family and your child. The type of adoption plan you choose is based on that amount, and it is important to know how to set terms and communicate in an open adoption.
Making an adoption plan for your child is a very personal decision. Only you know if adoption is the right choice. It requires a lot of thought, sacrifices, and a willingness to be open about your life and your future. As you continue to make your plan, you’ll be asked about the future relationship you’d
Deciding what to do about your unplanned pregnancy is hard. You have options, but none of them are easy. You’re not wanting to abort, but parenting seems out of the question right now. We’re glad you’re looking at the possibility of closed adoption. Choosing Adoption Adoption is the legal process of transferring the rights and