Adoption phrases like “giving up” and “giving away” are reasons why adoption is so misunderstood. Decades ago, many birth mothers had no idea who adopted their babies or where they went. They essentially had to give them away without any information. Those days are long gone. Today’s adoption process allows the expectant mother or birth
No matter what the future holds for you and your child, you will always be a part of their life’s story. An adoptee isn’t just a child who someone adopted. They are a child with a rich heritage of different family members who love and care for them. How you and the adoptive parents communicate
Yes, you can wait until after you’ve given birth to make your decision. In fact, every state requires a waiting period after childbirth before a birth mother can sign adoption papers. Your child belongs to you until you sign the consent to adoption document. In Tennessee, a birth mother can sign the consent to adoption
If you are considering placing your baby for adoption, your mind is most likely racing with questions. Who will raise my child? How will I know they will love and care for them? What’s it like having other parents raise your baby? Adoption is not only a physical decision to place your baby with another
The most important decision you make when placing your child for adoption is choosing the adoptive family. You’re shaping your child’s future. The couple you select should share the same values as you. Don’t worry. The right couple is out there, and we’ll help you find them. Our dedicated Birth Parent Specialist at A Loving
If you’ve taken drugs during your pregnancy and are considering placing your child for adoption, we have good news. There is a family that will want to adopt them. Although you may not know the impact your drug use has had on your baby now, many services exist to help families with babies exposed to
“Give up” or “put up” for adoption are phrases used decades ago to describe the adoption process. But those sayings don’t describe adoption today. When those terms were used, an unwed mother could not keep her baby due to society’s standards. Times have changed, and today, a woman faced with an unplanned pregnancy has options
Now that you have chosen to place your child for adoption, you have another important decision to make. Who will raise your child? To help you move forward, we want to give you some tips on selecting the perfect adoptive family. They are out there, and we want to help you find them. Who Can
Child adoption is a beautiful and life-changing decision for both prospective parents and the children involved. However, the journey towards adoption can be filled with anticipation, uncertainty, and emotional highs and lows. One of the most challenging aspects of adoption is the waiting period for placement. Waiting for a child to be matched and placed
Adoption has had a profound impact on the lives of millions of people. To improve the experiences and outcomes for everyone involved, it is crucial to listen to and learn from those who have personally walked the adoption journey. NCFA conducted research aiming to shed light on the experiences of birth parents in private domestic