For Pregnant Mothers

How To Give Your Baby Up For Adoption: All About the Adoption Process

If you’re considering giving a baby up for adoption, we’re sharing everything about the adoption process so you can make the right decision for you.

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What You Need to Know About Adoption

Giving a baby up for adoption is a selfless act for you and your baby. Our caring caseworkers will explain the adoption process, help you find a loving home for your baby, and support you however we can. You can always change your mind about adoption and consider your other options.

Our Adoption Process

Our knowledgeable caseworkers make it easy to feel confident about your choice to put your baby up for adoption. Know that you can change your mind at any point before the adoption is legally finalized.

Step 1: Contact Us

The first step in adoption is considering what options you have available to you. Our caseworkers can explain your options and help you decide which one is right for you.

Step 2: Meet With a Caseworker

One of our professional, compassionate caseworkers will work with you to get started on a plan and discuss all the aspects of the adoption process.

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Step 3: Choose a Family

After looking through profiles of our waiting families, you will be able to choose the adoptive family that you believe will be the best fit for you and your baby.

Step 4: Make a Birth Plan

Your caseworker will work with you to create a birth plan for when the baby arrives, based on your preferences and what makes you the most comfortable.

Step 5: Post-Placement Support

We are here to support you and help with your plan for the future! Even after the baby is here, we will offer our services or referrals as needed.

Learning Hub for Birth Parents

Curious about the adoption process? Read through our learning hub and find answers to your questions about being a birth mother, maintaining a healthy pregnancy, and birth father involvement. We cover important information about the adoption process in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland.

How Adoption Works

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Creating Your Adoption Plan

Learn all about what an adoption plan is, the options you have, and the support we offer throughout the process.

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Can I Change My Mind About Adoption

We answer all your questions about changing your mind, whether it’s early or late in the process.

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How Do I Place My Baby For Adoption After Birth

Learn about your options for giving up your baby for adoption after you give birth.

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Choosing an Adoptive Family

Choosing an adoptive family can be hard, but we’ll share how to find adoptive parents for your baby.

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Financial Support for Birth Mothers

Financial assistance is available during your pregnancy, helping cover living expenses, medical care, and more.

Your Rights and Adoption

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Adoption Laws and Your Rights

We want you to understand your legal rights and options as you consider adoption.

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Adoption Types: Closed vs Open Adoptions

Learn about the different types of adoption and the pros and cons of both open and closed adoptions.

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Birth Mother Rights and Adoption

As a birth mother, it’s important to know about your rights so you can ensure you are protected in the adoption process.

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Birth Father Rights And Adoption

Birth fathers have certain rights and it’s important to respect them if you’re considering adoption.

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Post-Birth Adoption Rights

Birth mothers have legal rights even after giving up their baby for adoption. Learn about post-adoption contact, records, and more.

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You have options!

Contact us to discuss all your options, including adoption. You can change your mind at any time during the adoption process