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When Is it Too Late to Change My Mind About Adoption?

Woman thinking about when it's too late to change her mind on adoption

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 to Termination of Parental Rights and Adoption document, be sure your adoption coordinator has fully explained the adoption process. At A Gift of Hope Adoptions, we counsel you thoroughly about adoption and your rights before you decide.

How Much Time Do I Have to Decide?

In Missouri, you cannot sign the consent to terminate your rights until 48 hours after giving birth. This waiting period gives you time to meet and hold your baby if you would like.

Even if you have chosen an adoptive family, you are free to take as much time as you need. It is never too late to choose adoption. You can make a plan from the hospital or even after you return home. You should never feel pressured or rushed.

How Will I Know If Adoption Is Right For Me?

There is no shame in choosing to place your child for adoption. It is a loving option but also a difficult choice because of that love. You want what is best for your child.

A Gift of Hope Adoptions is a nonprofit private adoption agency fully licensed in Missouri. Our staff provides the counseling you need to determine in advance if adoption is right for you and your child. We listen to you and discuss your situation.

If you feel adoption is right, we work closely with you to find adoptive parents who share your desires for your child’s future. If, after counseling, you do not wish to place your child for adoption, we’ll refer you to resources that can assist you.

Our counselors provide long-term care. As the court approves your consent to adoption, we will be by your side, offering support and compassionate care. You won’t be alone.

Contact A Gift of Hope Adoptions

You deserve respect and dignity as you make your pregnancy decision. Our team offers the compassionate care you need.

Let’s arrange a time to discuss adoption and your rights as an expectant mother or birth mother. We would be happy to meet you at a convenient location.

Fill out our confidential online Contact Form or call (888) 564-HOPE (4673). We look forward to chatting and helping you determine if adoption is right for you.

This blog is for informational purposes only. This is not legal or medical advice. While we try our best to reflect current laws with accuracy at the time of writing, please note the laws can change over time.

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Elizabeth and A Gift of Hope have been a touchstone during our adoption process. Having had issues with a previous agency – Elizabeth was a breath of fresh air! Reassuring, supportive and empathetic. We are so in love with our daughter and thank A Gift of Hope everyday for her!

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Our family has used their services for adoption. It’s wonderful dealing with someone who is looking out for the whole child, not just placing kids.

A Gift of Hope Adoptions is a Godsend for so many expectant young mothers. I completely recommend this organization for anyone interested in providing a wonderful life for their soon-to-be baby. This organization is also a Godsend for those of us who cannot have our own biological children.

I have recommended A Gift of Hope Adoptions to several mother’s considering adoptions for their babies. They have been so happy to feel supported and empowered through their decision.
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“We adopted both of our sons through A Gift of Hope Adoptions. They helped us every step of the way and answered all the questions we had, and we had a lot! We would not be where we are today, with two busy boys in our family, if it wasn’t for A Gift of Hope.”

“We decided to use A Gift of Hope Adoptions because they are very personal and caring. The wait and uncertainty of adoption seemed daunting, but A Gift of Hope helped make the process go smoothly, and we couldn’t be happier with our beautiful child.”