Your Adoption Path Begins Here.

Let Lifetime Adoption Guide You.

I’m Pregnant Placing an Older Child I Want to Adopt

Whether you’re pregnant and looking for a loving family for your baby –

or you’re hoping to welcome a child into your family though adoption – we’re here for you.

For over 35 years, Lifetime Adoption has been helping birth parents and hopeful adoptive families

create bright futures for their children. Our caring and supportive adoption specialists listen

to your situation and help you create a custom adoption plan that’s right for you. There are never any costs

for women who are looking to place their child for adoption and adoptive families can apply for free.

Your Adoption
Path Begins Here.

I’m Pregnant Placing an Older Child I Want to Adopt

Whether you’re pregnant and looking for a loving family for your baby – or you’re hoping to welcome a child into your family though adoption – we’re here for you.

For over 35 years, Lifetime Adoption has been helping birth parents and hopeful adoptive families create bright futures for their children. Our caring and supportive adoption specialists listen to your situation and help you create a custom adoption plan that’s right for you.

There are never any costs for pregnant women who are looking to place their child for adoption. Adoptive families can apply for FREE.

Lifetime Adoption Agency: What We Do

Are You Pregnant? Here’s How Lifetime Adoption Can Help

Once your baby is born, adoption can be one of the best ways to provide your child with a safe, stable, and well-supported future.

If you’re an expectant mother looking to place your child with a loving family, our adoption professionals can set you up with the support and services you need right away. We’re also here to talk you through the entire process so you can decide for yourself whether adoption is the best choice for you and your child.

Here are just some of the services Lifetime’s adoption specialists can provide you:

24/7 Birth Mother Hotline: It’s normal to have questions about the adoption process. We’re here 24/7 to listen without judgment and give you the immediate answers you need. Call or text us anytime at 1-800-923-6784 and you’ll be connected with a real person with a minimal wait time. Or fill out this short online form and an adoption coordinator will contact you right away.
Help with Expenses and Housing: If you need a safe place to stay during your pregnancy, let us know. We can help you get housing assistance and make sure your needs are met, no matter what your adoption situation looks like.
Family Search Tool: Whether you want an open or closed adoption for your child, you can make sure they have a bright future by learning about the families that are hoping to adopt. Our Family Search Tool is a listing of adoptive family profiles that lets you search for a family based on what is most important to you.
Counseling: As a prospective birth mother, you can take advantage of Lifetime’s free and confidential counseling. It’s natural to have mixed feelings about whether you’re giving your baby up for adoption or finding them a loving family. We’ll help ease your concerns and make sure you understand your options. If you need help communicating with your baby’s birth father, setting goals, or making big decisions during your adoption experience, we can assist you with those, too.
Pregnancy & Adoption Planning Kit: If you’re curious about adoption but aren’t ready to talk with an adoption specialist yet, download this free, helpful resource. It’s packed with information, including a free book, brochures, and more information that answers the most commonly asked questions about adoption.
Peer Support: With Lifetime, you’re never alone in your adoption experience. Count on us to coordinate communications with peer counselors who will guide you through the process.

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“When I called Lifetime for the first time, there was this beautiful soft voice on the other side of the phone, her name was Libby, and she was just amazing from start to finish.”

Adrianne

Birth Mom

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Do You Want to Adopt? Here’s What Lifetime Offers Hopeful Adoptive Families.

Adoption can be a transformative way to grow your family. Whether you’re a couple grappling with infertility or a growing family hoping to adopt a child, the idea of domestic adoption can be both exciting and overwhelming. You undoubtedly have a lot of questions about costs and the adoption process.

At Lifetime, we’ll provide you with personalized assistance and guidance while you navigate this process. We discuss various options, including preferences such as the child’s age and race, and the practicalities of a closed or open adoption.

If you’re looking for a private adoption agency near you, explore the resources and services available to you through Lifetime Adoption:

A FREE Application: There is never a fee for prospective adoptive parents to apply with us.
Answers to Many Frequently Asked Questions: Get answers to questions related to the adoption process, legal aspects, emotional considerations, and support available for families looking to adopt. Additional topics include eligibility criteria, the timeline, costs involved, types of adoptions, and resources for navigating the journey.
Our Award-Winning Blog: Search for topics in our robust blog, which explains every aspect of domestic adoption. Drawing upon our 35 years of experience, we’ve designed our blog to provide a wealth of information and help you through every stage of your experience.
Access to our Membership Site and Our Dedicated Coordinators: Once you contract with us, you will gain access to our exclusive membership site which provides helpful webinars and step-by-step instructions in all aspects of the adoption process. You will also have a dedicated adoption coordinator ready to help you every step of the way.

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“I adopted my baby girl 31 years ago! Open adoption was a wonderful experience and the best way to do it, in my opinion, for all concerned. I was blessed by Mardie’s Referral and Support Group back then and I highly recommend Lifetime.”

Debbie

“From the very beginning, we were treated like friends. Every conversation with Jennifer made us feel at ease and once we made the decision to apply with Lifetime, it felt like a “no brainer”. Everyone that we came in contact with was knowledgeable, patient and invested in our progress. We could email our coordinator, Robyn, at any time and she made sure to get back with us in a reasonable amount of time or direct us to the right person. Once we were matched, Tiffany was an excellent go-between and stayed encouraging while we navigated a whirlwind match (2 weeks!). However, the MOST important thing was how well they cared for our birth mother and communicated her needs to us. She was always covered. Overall, we could not be happier and would highly recommend Lifetime to other adopting families.”

Robert & Petra

Our Focus: Open Domestic Adoptions for Newborns in the U.S.

Our primary focus is on assisting families looking for domestic adoptions. Additionally, we focus on educating prospective adoptive families about the advantages of maintaining contact with all parties involved.

Benefits of Open Adoption

Since 1986, Lifetime has offered trusted and successful adoption services nationwide and we are dedicated to offering the best for both expectant mothers and hopeful adoptive parents.

We believe in the benefits of open adoption, where adoptive parents and the adopted child maintain contact with birth parents. Birth mothers play an active role in choosing adoptive parents and continue to have ongoing contact with the child.

Research supports the positive impact of open adoptions. In one study, 84% of adoptees with ongoing contact with their birth parents reported high levels of satisfaction. Adopted children also expressed positive feelings toward their birth parents with no lingering doubts about their identity.

Our History of Trusted, Safe, and Successful Services

We love sharing Lifetime stories and celebrating the success of all types of adoptive families.

For birth mothers considering their options, Lifetime serves as a valuable resource, offering support during unplanned pregnancies or when birth parents make a thoughtful decision about adoption.

Our story begins with the personal journey of our founder, Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. After experiencing seven pregnancy losses, she adopted a newborn and grew her family.

As an early advocate of open adoption, Mardie’s compassion for birth mothers is unparalleled. Having witnessed the benefits of open adoption both personally and professionally, she often says, “It is just more people to love our children.”

Mardie, a pioneer in the field, is recognized as an adoption expert, making numerous media appearances and authoring seven books on the subject. Adoptive parents directly benefit from her expertise through our cutting-edge programs, services, and educational opportunities such as webinars.

We’re eager to help you explore the benefits and opportunities offered by our domestic adoption agency.

Lifetime Adoption is Here to Help You with Our Experience and Network.

In the United States, there are thousands of children eagerly awaiting a home at any given moment. Choosing to place a child for adoption is a compassionate and loving decision, and Lifetime is here to support you throughout the entire process.

Approximately 92% of adoptions by Lifetime involve families adopting newborns, while 8% involve children aged 6 months to 7 years. While we do not handle teenage or international adoptions, we proudly assist military members serving overseas.

Even More Resources

At Lifetime, we address all adoption-related needs, providing home study guides and recommending trusted attorneys. Collaborating closely with reliable attorneys ensures that our adoptive families and birth parents have access to a robust network of legal support.

Call or text us today if you have questions, would like more information or are ready to get started. We’re here to help.