Adoption has changed significantly in recent years, and you have more control than ever. While it can be a heart-wrenching decision, it is also one rooted in love.
With adoption, you place your child in a loving and supportive adoptive family. You can select the adoptive family and future you want for your child. You can also choose the adoption plan that best suits your needs and lifestyle.
As the birth mother, you don’t pay for adoption services and may be entitled to additional financial and material support. The role of an adoption agency or attorney is to assist you through this process and ensure your needs are met.
Types of Adoption Plans
There are multiple adoption plans, each offering a different level of privacy and interaction with the adoptive family.
- Open adoption: Open adoptions are the most common, allowing you to form a relationship with your child and their adoptive family. You can communicate through visits, letters, phone calls, and more.
- Semi-open adoption: A semi-open adoption allows you to contact your child, but all communication occurs through a third party (like an adoption agency or attorney).
- Closed adoption: Closed adoptions are the most uncommon, but they’re still an option. With a closed adoption, all identifying records are sealed, and you and the adoptive family remain anonymous.
Will I Receive Support?
Choosing to place your child for adoption may be the bravest thing you ever do. And it can also be the most difficult.
Making this decision means you’ll be guided through the entire process. Making an adoption plan through an adoption agency or attorney ensures your concerns are addressed. You’ll be connected to resources that can help you during pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
You should never be coerced into choosing adoption for your child. This is entirely your decision.
Coweta Pregnancy can discuss adoption with you and provide referrals to trustworthy agencies as needed. As you learn about this option, we’re here to be a supportive resource.
Schedule a no-cost, confidential appointment today to learn more about adoption.