What is Adoption Like?

You have many decisions to make right now and challenges to navigate. It is a good idea to seek out as much adoption information as you can to make a confident decision. We can help.

Adoption is a great way to give your child a hope-filled future with opportunities that you may not be able to offer them at the moment. No matter what you decide, you will always be a mother.

Three Types of Adoption 

Giving your child a stable home and future is a loving and selfless pregnancy decision. As the birth mother, you are in control of the process, and you can choose the adoptive family and plan that suits you. Here are the three adoption plans to choose from based on the type of relationship you desire:

1. Open Adoption: With open adoption, you create a relationship with the adoptive family through regular contact. Your child will know who you are and your role in their life.
2. Closed Adoption: A closed adoption creates the most privacy and confidentiality if safety concerns or other circumstances are present. You and the adoptive family won’t know the other’s identity. All personal records are sealed.
3. Semi-Open Adoption: Lastly, a semi-open adoption involves contact done through a third party, like an adoption attorney or agency.

The type of adoption you choose is up to you. It’s based on your unique living situation and what you think is best for everyone involved. Give yourself grace as you make your decision. We’re here to walk with you as you choose a brave path.

More Adoption Information

The more information you have about adoption, the easier it will be to decide what’s right for you. We can help you better understand adoption and connect you to local adoption resources through free referrals.

No pregnancy decision is ever easy, but you are not alone. Schedule a free appointment to talk more.