Overview of the Adoption Process
If you’re thinking about adoption, it’s important to understand how the process works and what to expect. Adoption is a personal choice made out of love and concern for your child’s future. Our goal is to support you in creating an adoption plan that fits your unique situation.
The adoption process begins with a simple conversation. From there, we help guide you through each step — from exploring your options to choosing a family, and even post-adoption support. You remain in control of your choices the entire time.
How Adoption Works Step-by-Step
Here’s a general overview of how the adoption process works when you work with our agency:
1. Contact Us Confidentially
Reach out through phone, text, or our online form. We’ll connect you with a caring adoption specialist for a no-pressure conversation.
2. Learn About Your Options
We’ll walk you through every choice you have — adoption, parenting, or other support services — and explain how each option might look for you.
3. Create a Personalized Adoption Plan
You decide how involved you want to be. You’ll choose the adoptive family, decide how much contact you want before and after the birth, and set your preferences for the hospital stay.
4. Meet the Adoptive Family (if you choose to)
Many birth mothers choose to meet and get to know the adoptive family. You can exchange letters, have phone calls, or even meet in person — it’s all up to you.
5. Delivery and Placement
At the hospital, your adoption plan will guide how everything is handled — your comfort and emotional well-being are the top priorities. After delivery, you’ll sign consent documents in accordance with state law.
6. Post-Adoption Support
Your journey doesn’t end at placement. We offer counseling, support groups, and financial resources to help you move forward with confidence and peace of mind.
FAQs for Birth Mothers
Is adoption the right choice for me?
Only you can decide. We’re here to help you understand your options, not pressure you. Many women choose adoption when they want to give their child a stable future.
Do I have to pay anything?
No. Adoption is completely free for birth mothers. You may also qualify for financial assistance, including help with housing, medical bills, transportation, and more.
Can I choose the adoptive family?
Yes — and you can be as involved as you’d like. Some birth mothers select the family and build a relationship. Others prefer less contact. Either way, we honor your wishes.
Will I see my baby again?
If you choose an open or semi-open adoption, you can maintain contact through updates, photos, and even visits. Your adoption plan reflects your comfort level with ongoing contact.
Birth Mother Rights and Options
You have rights. And you have choices. As a birth mother considering adoption, you are legally entitled to:
- Make decisions about your adoption plan
- Choose the adoptive family
- Receive free legal representation
- Obtain financial assistance for pregnancy-related needs
- Be informed of the adoption laws in your state and when adoption consents can be signed
It’s also your right to be treated with compassion, honesty, and respect. Our agency is committed to supporting you — not just during the adoption process, but long after, if needed.