You might be wondering what rights you have as a birth mother. The short answer is it depends on where you live....
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I’m Hiding My Pregnancy! Can I Do a Private Adoption?
When you’re dealing with an unexpected pregnancy, you have several options. If abortion isn't something you're...
Your Adoption Checklist
Lifetime recently launched a new blog series, "Your Adoption Checklist." With this series, we will share...
Can You Name an Adopted Child?
A name is important because it carries memory and meaning — it holds identity. Hopeful adoptive parents sometimes...
The Three Types of Adoption
You probably have many questions if you are pregnant or considering placing your child for adoption. One question may...
How Does Open Adoption Work When the Child Turns 18?
It's November, which means we're celebrating National Adoption Awareness Month! In recognition of this special month,...
How to Encourage Successful Open Adoption Stories
When most people think of adoption, they imagine adoptions of the past when closed adoption was the norm. Society's...
I’m a Pregnant Woman in Prison – Can I Place My Baby for Adoption?
Even if you are pregnant in prison or jail, you still have the right to choose adoption for your baby. You can choose...
What to Do If Your Family Doesn’t Support Your Adoption Plan
Deciding to make an adoption plan for your baby isn't easy, but it can become even more difficult if your family...












