Your Choice. Our Support.
Explore open adoption without judgment or pressure.
An unplanned pregnancy can be incredibly overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure you can be a parent right now. It can also be incredibly lonely.
You don’t have to face this alone.
Adoption Advocates has experienced counselors that can guide you through each step of the adoption process. Our goal is to provide you with personal support and answers so that you can make an informed decision — without judgment or pressure.
Ready to talk? Call us at (512) 477-1122 or text (512) 270-8415 now.
An unplanned pregnancy can be incredibly overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure you can be a parent right now. It can also be incredibly lonely.
You don’t have to face this alone.
Adoption Advocates has experienced counselors that can guide you through each step of the adoption process. Our goal is to provide you with personal support and answers so that you can make an informed decision – without judgment or pressure. Ready to talk? Get in touch now.
How to Place a Baby Up for Adoption
Curious about how placing a baby up for adoption works? Here’s a step-by-step look at what to expect when you make an adoption plan with Adoption Advocates.
Keep in mind that you won’t make any final decisions about adoption until after you’ve delivered your baby. Until you’ve signed the relinquishment papers, you are free to change your mind about adoption. Adoption Advocates will respect your decision.
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Connect with an adoption agency. Considering adoption starts with gathering information. You’ll learn what open adoption means, get answers your questions, and discuss your options.
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Begin customizing your adoption plan. Start making important decisions for your adoption plan – like how open you want your adoption to be.
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View waiting adoptive family profiles. Adoption Advocates works with families of all religions, races and sexual orientations, so you can choose the family that feels right to you.
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Deliver your baby. Sometimes things change once your baby is in your arms. You’ll meet with your specialist again to process your feelings before making a final decision about adoption.
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Sign relinquishment paperwork. In Texas, this can be done no sooner than 48 hours after delivery, but you can have more time if you need it.
- 6Receive ongoing support Your adoption specialist will continue to provide post-placement grief counseling for as long as you need.
How an Adoption Agency Can Help
ADVICE FROM A BIRTH MOTHER
No matter where the baby ends up, people will often feel obligated to tell you to do what they feel is right or what you “should” do. Only you know what is right for you, and what’s right for what’s growing inside you.
SARAH D. | BIRTH MOTHER
Adoption FAQs for Expectant Parents
Yes, you can still choose adoption at the hospital or any time after you’ve delivered. Although things will move faster, you will still have the same rights and ability to make choices that an expectant mother does. An adoption specialist will visit you to answer your questions, help you complete paperwork, share waiting family profiles and discuss a post-placement plan. You will receive counseling and support after relinquishment as well, for as long as you choose.
The adoption process can move quickly after a baby is born, and you may feel like you need more time to make a decision. Signing the relinquishment papers is permanent, so you need to be certain this is the right step for you. If you need more time, we can discuss options for after your baby is released from the hospital.
There is a loving adoptive family for every child. There may be factors about your pregnancy that might make for a more difficult placement, but don’t worry. Adoption Advocates has experience in dealing with all kinds of issues. There is a family for your baby.
Yes, the number of pictures and how often you receive them is up to you. At the very least, you may have pictures taken at the hospital, pictures and a letter every month for the first six months, and a picture every Christmas until the child is six years old. Again, this is the least. If you want more, all you have to do is tell us.
It might be hard to imagine that you could love your baby for nine months and then let him or her be raised by someone else. Many of our birth mothers chose adoption because they wanted to give their babies opportunities that they couldn’t provide themselves. If you decide that adoption is the best choice for your child, you will be able to do it. While there will be feelings of sadness and loss, there will also be feelings of joy, awe and pride in what you have done for your child.
Choosing adoption for your baby is not “giving up”. It is making a difficult and brave decision to do what you feel like is best for your child and your family. With open adoption, you will be in control of the process and be able to make decisions that will allow your child to have the future you want for him or her. It is not an easy choice but we will be with you every step of the way.
THE NEXT STEP
Not sure about adoption yet? That’s OK! The first step is getting more information and answers to your questions.
Complete the online form to receive your free, downloadable Guide to Making an Adoption Plan. An adoption specialist will follow up with you to answer any additional questions and — if you’re ready — to schedule a phone call or in-person meeting.
If you’re ready to connect with an adoption specialist right now, here’s how to get in touch:
