Choosing the adoptive family who will raise your child is the most important decision you make. Finding the right family gives you added peace and the assurance that you’ve made the best decision for you and your child. The couple you choose shapes your child’s future. They should share your values and want the same
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
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
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
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
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
As an expectant mother or birth mother, you have very clear rights. One of those rights is the ability to change your mind about making an adoption plan for your child. Choosing adoption is a challenging decision, and you need to be completely confident that it is the best choice. Before you sign the Consent
Choosing to place your child for adoption as an expectant mother or a mother who has already given birth is an emotionally difficult decision. It isn’t an easy choice. You love your child and want what is best for them, but because of that love, choosing adoption is one of the most challenging decisions you
The adoption process varies from state to state. Sadly, there are some untrustworthy adoption coordinators out there. Whether you are an expectant mother considering adoption or a potential adoptive couple, keep an eye out for some definite red flags. Are They Licensed? A reputable adoption agency is fully licensed within the state where it operates.
When considering adoption for your unplanned pregnancy, there are many important questions to ask. A common concern for many women is about getting the biological father’s permission to place their baby for adoption. Unfortunately, the answer is complicated and changes with each situation and state. As a result, working with a licensed adoption agency like
Funding adoption has always been a hot-button topic. Questions like, “Why is it so expensive?” “Do mothers get paid to place their babies for adoption?” and “Where does the money go?” are just the tip of the iceberg. Adoption expenses can vary greatly depending on the type of adoption, who you choose to work with,
One of the biggest questions when making an adoption plan for your child is who will raise them. As the expectant mother or birth mother, you have the option to select the potential adoptive parents. Many couples and families are waiting to adopt. At A Gift of Hope Adoptions, we have access to potential adoptive
Adoption laws are different in every state, and a birth father’s rights vary depending on each state’s laws. In Missouri, the courts require consent from both the birth mother and father to release a child for adoption. However, there are exceptions. Keep reading to learn more. Is He the Legal Father? In Missouri, an unmarried
One of the biggest questions women ask when considering adoption for their child is, “Will I have contact with them after the adoption?” Birth mothers and adoptive parents wonder if it will confuse their child to have relationships with both families. The bottom line is maintaining a connection between the biological and adoptive families is
Adoption can be a confusing topic filled with misunderstanding. You may have heard both good and bad adoption stories, but no one usually talks about the feeling of loss, the judgment others make, or the satisfaction you can feel knowing you did what was best for your child. Adoption Involves Loss There is no other
By now, you’ve shared with your adoption coordinator what you are looking for in a potential adoptive couple. You’ve poured through a few bios and selected a couple you feel connected to. Have you decided to meet before the baby is born? Here are five tips to guide you through what hopefully will be an
Phrases like “giving my baby away” and “giving up my baby” are part of the hurtful misunderstandings of adoption. A woman who chooses adoption for her child never “gives away” or “gives up.” Her adoption plan means she is taking charge of her future and her child’s future. Why Do People Say “Giving Away”? Before,