Adoption is a huge decision. If you are considering adoption or thinking about how to give your baby up for adoption, you may also have many questions about what comes next. These questions are normal, and approaching an adoption agency can help you understand the adoption process and feel more confident as you explore your options.
At Adoption Associates, we understand that every pregnancy and every situation is different. We have been helping birth mothers and adoptive families since 1990. Our team helps expectant mothers learn about their options and make thoughtful decisions.
It All Begins with Learning
The process starts when you reach out to us to learn more about your options. Our adoption caseworker will listen to your story and answer your questions. Support is available 24/7, year-round.
You do not need to have everything figured out before contacting us. Also, asking for information about giving your baby up for adoption doesn’t mean you have already made a decision. It simply gives you the information you need to understand your choices and decide what is best for you and your baby.
Thinking About Your Baby’s Future
As you learn more about adoption, you may begin thinking about the future you want for your child. Many birth mothers feel better knowing they can make important decisions throughout the adoption process. This includes creating an adoption plan and choosing a family for your child.
Creating a Plan That Fits Your Wishes
If you choose adoption, we will help you create a plan that matches your wishes.
You can choose an open, semi-open, or closed adoption plan. Each plan offers a different level of contact after placement and is tailored to your wishes.
For example, when you choose open adoptions, you receive photos, letters, and updates as your child grows. You can even choose to have visits with the child and adoptive parents.
Our team will explain each option to you so you can decide how much contact you want with the adoptive family before and after placement.
Reviewing Waiting Families
You can review family profiles and learn about families who hope to adopt. This helps you find a family that matches your hopes for your child.
Support Resources
Our support services include:
- Financial assistance
- Counseling and emotional support
- Help with medical care, transport, and housing
- Assistance with your hospital plan
Your adoption caseworker will walk you through each step and explain what to expect.
Moving Toward Placement
After your baby is born, we will provide all legal services required to give your baby up for adoption. Your caseworker will continue to provide support and resources for you. Support doesn’t stop with placement. You can contact your caseworker anytime you need her.
We Are Here for You
The decision to give a baby up for adoption is personal. At Adoption Associates, we are here to support you from your first questions through placement and beyond. Our services are 100% free and confidential.
If you are searching for information on how to give your baby up for adoption, reach out to us today. We are just a phone call away!
Call: 616-667-0677
Text: 248-283-4673
