Have You Considered Making an Adoption Plan?
Many myths and misunderstandings surround adoption. For instance, did you know the expectant woman selects the adoptive parents who raise her child?
Adoption is not an easy decision to make, but in some cases, it could be the best choice for a woman and her child. Find out more about this option to see if placing your child for adoption is right for you.
What Is Adoption?
Adoption is a lifelong decision for everyone involved. It legally removes the rights and responsibilities of raising a child from the biological parents and gives them to the adoptive parents. It is not co-parenting. The courts recognize the child as if born to the adoptive couple.
Why Would I Place My Child For Adoption?
Women who choose adoption come from all walks of life and make this choice for many different reasons. Here are a few:
- Too young or too old to parent
- Already raising other children
- In an unsafe relationship
- No desire to be a mother
- Want to pursue their education or career
- Unstable physically, financially, or emotionally
What is the Adoption Process?
If you want to look closer at adoption, your first step is to find the right adoption coordinator. It could be an adoption agency, lawyer, or other adoption specialists.
Interview different organizations to find the one that serves you best. Ask about their adoption counseling. Do they offer it for you now, throughout the process, and beyond? Make sure they are prepared to explain the process to you thoroughly.
You should never feel coerced to place your child for adoption. They are not a reputable business if they ask you for money in return for their services. You should pay nothing to place your child.
After you’ve chosen your adoption coordinator, select your adoption plan. Here are the three to choose from:
- Open Adoption
An open adoption allows you to have open communication with the adoptive family and your child. You exchange identifying information such as full names, addresses, phone numbers, etc. You create a Contact Agreement outlining the amount and type of communication you want. - Semi-Open Adoption
You still have contact with the adoptive couple and your child, but your adoption coordinator arranges all contact. A semi-open adoption is also known as a mediated adoption. It provides more privacy for everyone. - Closed Adoption
Very few adoptions are closed today. If you do not want to have contact with the adoptive family or your child, choose a closed adoption. The courts seal all records, and you remain anonymous.
How Can Hope of the Delta Help Me?
We know an unplanned pregnancy is stressful. You have a big decision to make. It will be okay; you can get through this. Schedule an appointment to talk with us about your situation and your options.
We’re here for you. Use our online contact form to set up an appointment, or call the center nearest you. We look forward to talking with you!