Birth Parent Blogs
How Much Does It Cost to Place My Child for Adoption?
If you're thinking about adoption and worried about the financial situation surrounding your choice, you're not alone. Many women have asked us, "How much does it cost to place my child for adoption?" and "Is adoption free?" While you might already know that parenting...
5 Fun Facts About Active, Fun-Loving Adoptive Couple Matt and Nikki
I recently had the opportunity to interview hopeful adoptive parents Matt and Nikki from Oregon. Expectant mothers have the opportunity to speak with waiting families before they make their decision, but sometimes it’s nice to just get a little more info to...
I Don’t Know Who My Baby’s Father Is – Can I Still Choose Adoption?
"I'm 19 and just found out I'm pregnant. I'm terrified of becoming a mom. I don't want a kid yet. I would be a terrible mom right now. If I can barely take care of myself, how am I going to take care of a child? So, I've been thinking about adoption. And... I'm...
Can I Do Adoption if I’m Not Telling Family About Pregnancy?
"So, I think that adopting out my baby is going to be best. I'm already raising 2 kids, and my baby's father has 3 kids from 3 different baby mamas. I had a pregnancy scare a few months ago, and he told me that he'd pay for me to get an abortion. So I know how he'll...
How to Tell the Birth Father About Your Adoption Plan
If you've just decided that adoption is the best choice for you and your baby, you might be wondering about how to bring up the topic with the baby's father. It could turn into an emotional conversation for both of you, but having a plan ahead of time can make it...
The Three Types of Adoption
If you are pregnant or considering placing your child for adoption, you probably have a lot of questions. One question may be, "What does adoption look like today and in the future?" Another common question is, "What are my choices?" Adoption today puts you in...
