Category: Birth Parents

If you are considering adoption for your baby, know that you have many choices. For example, you have the option to choose a family to raise your baby. You also have the option to make an open adoption plan (in ... READ MORE

The holiday season is upon us. This time of year can be particularly difficult for birth parents who have made an adoption plan. It can also be challenging for expectant mothers who are planning to place their child for adoption. ... READ MORE

Facing an unplanned pregnancy usually means facing a very difficult decision: What do you do next? If you are not yet ready to parent, you may be considering alternative options. While termination may seem like the fastest route, maybe you ... READ MORE

For adoptive families, adoption is an amazing gift. For birth mothers who place their child for adoption, it is a bit more complicated. Making an adoption plan for your baby is an incredibly loving and selfless choice. It is not, ... READ MORE

If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may be asking yourself, “Should I put my baby up for adoption?” or even, “How do I give my baby up for adoption?” These are common questions asked by women every day. ... READ MORE

The decision to place your baby for adoption is not a simple one. As any birth mother who has been through this journey can tell you, it is something that must be carefully thought out. For some women, the choice ... READ MORE

When facing an unplanned pregnancy, it is easy to get overwhelmed with emotion and uncertainty, let alone the number of decisions you have to make. In addition to your life plans, and a possible adoption plan, you also have to ... READ MORE

Placing your child for adoption is NOT giving up your baby. The term “give up for adoption” is a dated term that is often used in casual conversation and in the media. It is derived from the phrase “put up ... READ MORE

Are you a facing an unplanned pregnancy? You may be feeling scared and overwhelmed. One of the most important things to know as an expectant/birth parent in Indiana is that you have options. It is important to explore these carefully, ... READ MORE

If you are facing an unexpected pregnancy, you may be considering making an adoption plan for your baby. Like many, you may also be feeling overwhelmed by the entire situation – with many questions about the process. This is completely ... READ MORE