Infant Adoption

Trusted Michigan Adoption Agency since 1990

Infants Are Placed with Adoptive Families Soon after Birth

Many Loving Couples Are Ready to Adopt

Over 5,000 children in adoptive homes!

AAI Is a Leading Placing Agency in the State of Michigan

Trusted Michigan Adoption Agency since 1990

Private Infant Adoption

Adoption Associates has a top-notch team of professionals that is well versed in adoption law and that works tirelessly to ensure legal compliance throughout the adoption process.

Ready to adopt an infant? There is no wait list to begin the adoption process at Adoption Associates – you may start working with us on your home study and profile creation as soon as you’re ready. Once your home study and profile have been completed, your profile will be active on our website and available to birth mothers. Our infant adoption program is very active and families are needed for babies of all races who may have been exposed to substances during pregnancy, or who may have a family history of mental illness.

AAI’s infant adoption program opened in 1990 and since that time we’ve been helping pregnant women who are planning adoption find permanent families for their unborn children. AAI has assisted with thousands of adoptions of infants right here in the United States. In addition to agency-matched adoptions, AAI can help if you have already identified and established a relationship with a birth mother.

Many expectant parents are interested in developing a relationship with an adoptive family before their baby is born. AAI supports all types of adoption (fully open, semi open, closed) based on the desires of birth parents and the fit with an adoptive family. We carefully work with expectant parents and adoptive parents to identify their preferences and make matches that align with everyone’s expectations.

To learn more or to discuss your specific adoption situation, give us a call at 616-667-0677 or send an email. We look forward to meeting you!

Are you ready to plan your family with Adoption Associates?

Are you linked to an expectant parent and need adoption services?

Adoption Associates provides comprehensive adoption services to adoptive families and birth mothers who are already linked.

No Attorney needed. We will handle all pieces, and you can be assured that the birth mom will receive the support she needs in order to help her follow through with her decision.

Adoption Associates Is Here to Help!

Adoption is SO MUCH MORE than just a legal process! Expectant parents, adoptive parents, adopted babies and children can be expertly, fully and uniquely cared for by a LOCAL, reputable, experienced, and licensed agency. We provide adoption services in Michigan to meet EVERYONE’S needs. Adoption Associates has an in-depth understanding of Michigan law and adoption requirements. Staff members are available 24/7 for immediate help and services. We have three locations across the State of Michigan, and have built strong relationships with referral sources, hospitals, and courts to help provide excellent service to clients in any area of the state.

Agency Advantage

Adoption Associates has specialized in facilitating adoptions in Michigan for over 30 years.
We are the leading private adoption agency in the state of Michigan.
Clients are locally and personally cared for by their very own caseworker.
We guide you through every step and detail of the adoption process.
Expectant parent needs are personally attended to, including counseling, financial support, transportation, and medical care.
Fees for adoptive couples are reasonable, transparent, and predictable.
We can handle the legal work; most agency adoptions do not require an attorney.
Experienced caseworkers are with you each step of the way as details are worked out between expectant parents and adoptive parents.
We offer ongoing support and encouragement for all clients, even well after the adoptive placement.
The type of adoption that is unique to your desire and needs is expertly facilitated.

Advantages for Adoptive Parents in Working with an Agency

Our infant adoption program opened in 1990, and since that time we’ve been helping pregnant women who are planning adoption find permanent families for their unborn children.
We’ve assisted with thousands of adoptions of infants right here in the United States, and we can help you if you’ve already identified and established a relationship with an expectant parent.
Many expectant parents are interested in developing a relationship with the adoptive family before their baby is born. We support all types of adoption (fully open, semi open, closed) based on the desires of expectant parents and adoptive families. We carefully work with expectant parents and adoptive parents to identify their preferences.

Advantages for Expectant Parents in Working with an Agency

At Adoption Associates, we are here for you. We understand your feelings, fears and questions during this difficult time. We will talk with you honestly about your options and provide you with resources to help you make the best decision for your child.
Your caseworker will work closely with you to give you an understanding of the adoption process, determine the amount of contact you wish to share with the family and your child, provide emotional support, and talk with you about the plans you want for the hospital.
We want to make sure that you and your baby are well cared for. We can help find a clinic or doctor, and file a Medicaid application.
Our staff or the adoptive family can also assist you with transportation to appointments, or we can help you access community transportation in your area.
Adoption Associates will be here for you throughout the adoption process.

Questions to Ask if you are Considering Working with an Attorney or Facilitator for a Private Adoption

Are they reputable, licensed, and experienced in adoption? *
Will they support and care for everyone involved in the adoption? **
What kind of counseling is offered to expectant parents?
Are they going to help with each step of the adoption process?
Will they help to figure out just the right level of openness in adoption?
What kind of post-adoption support do they offer?
Will they be able to provide ALL services, or will you be left on your own to figure some things out?
How supported and cared for will you be if things go wrong?
How well do you understand ALL of the fees involved?

* Using ONLY a facilitator is illegal in Michigan.

** One attorney cannot represent both parties in an adoption.

Adoption is SO MUCH MORE than just a legal process! Expectant parents, adoptive parents, and adopted babies and children can ONLY be expertly, fully, and uniquely cared for by a local, reputable, licensed agency.

Contact Adoption Associates today to learn more about adopting in Michigan!

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Infant Adoption Program Requirements

About The Children

Infants of all races are placed through this program

Eligibility

Heterosexual, married couples, married at least one year
Click HERE to see AAI Agency Policies

Time Frame

Total process time is 15 to 24 months on average

Common Questions About Infant Adoption

How long will it take to adopt?

Most families waiting with Adoption Associates have a successful placement in 15-24 months after completion of their home study and profile. Birth parents generally want to select and meet the family they have chosen, so you will need to wait for the birth parent who decides that you can offer her baby the family and future she wants for her baby. Applicants open to adopting children of any races, or situations with substance abuse exposure for the infant, or greater degrees of openness will usually have a shorter wait.

What kind of costs are involved in a private infant adoption?

adoption professional service fees
outreach and education networking to locate potential birth parent clients
home study fees
birth parent expenses
legal fees
travel expenses

Can the biological parents come back to take a child?

Adoption is a permanent plan and biological parents cannot come back to take a child once parental rights have been terminated. The legal process is carefully monitored, and birth parents voluntarily release their parental rights prior to the legal adoption. The termination hearing or release is typically 2-6 weeks after delivery. A child may be placed in your home directly from the hospital on a legal risk basis prior to the termination of parental rights and this situation can put a family at risk of a birth mother changing her mind before termination.

“Thank you so much for all that you have done for us. You have allowed our family to be complete, even more than we thought possible, because we didn’t begin adoption knowing how much we would value and treasure our birth mothers. We consider them family, along with our children. God has given us a bigger gift than we asked for; thank you for being the instrument that brought us together.”

“We are so grateful to everyone at Adoption Associates for helping our baby boy to find us! Our caseworker and birth mother caseworker were great and always willing to answer our questions.”

“Words will never be able to describe what AAI has done for us. You came highly recommended to us, and you exceeded our expectations. We were extremely impressed with the professionalism, care, and support. Thank you with all our hearts!”