The choice is yours, and yours alone, as long as you are over the age of 13. Your parents cannot legally stop you from choosing an Adoption Plan, even if they disagree with your choice. If you would like to tell them, we will help you do that and support you in your decision. We…
If you are over 13 and under 18 years of age, you are legally allowed to consent to adoption without your parent’s permission or consent. If you are under the age of 13 years, your parents, legal guardian, or court-appointed guardian-ad-litem, must witness your signature when you sign the Consent to Adoption. We always recommend…
If you have used drugs or alcohol during your pregnancy, all we ask is you make full disclosure. We maintain a judgment-free environment and want the best for you and the baby. You will still be able to make an adoption plan, we will introduce you to Adoptive Parents who are comfortable with prior alcohol…
This may not be the best situation for you or the baby, but we will work with you to get set up with a healthcare provider and Pregnancy Medicaid. Don’t let the fact that you haven’t had pre-natal care stop you from calling us. We want to help, and connect you with resources and medical…
Don’t worry it is never too late. You can call us after the birth if you want to. We work with women who give birth and call us at short notice all the time. However, we suggest calling us so that we can plan ahead and fully support you. If you want to be able…
Every woman deals with Adoption differently. There is no “usual” right or wrong way to feel. Often, women may feel joy, confusion, grief, guilt, doubt, sadness, happiness, relief, tiredness, overwhelmed, or peace. You may experience all of these or none of these. You may feel happy one day and sad the next. Please know that…
We aim to place the baby with the Adoptive Parents as soon as the baby is discharged from the hospital. If the Adoptive Parents come from another state, this may be delayed a little. The baby is discharged from the hospital as soon as medically cleared, usually on day 3, after delivery. The baby is…
Yes, you can name your baby. The Adoptive Parents may decide to rename the baby when the adoption is finalized. You may want to discuss this with the Adoptive Parents before the baby’s birth.
If your baby is born with a serious medical condition, this will be disclosed to the Adoptive Parents. If they decide they cannot or will not assume this responsibility, we will find another adoptive family who is willing to take on the responsibility. There are always families willing to adopt babies with special needs.
Yes, but you might want to remember this is your opportunity to be with your baby, building memories. You will probably want to spend quiet time with your baby and perhaps a couple of people closest to you. This can be very emotional, and you should be careful about including people who will make this…
