How to Place My Baby for Adoption in North Carolina

Adoption in North Carolina

Here are simple steps for placing a baby for adoption in North Carolina. These steps help you get the support you need to feel good about your choice.

You might be wondering—

  • Is now the right time to have a baby?
  • Do you have the time, energy, or resources to raise a child?
  • How can you find a family that would love your child as much as you do?
  • Will that family be willing to have a relationship with you?

If you are considering adoption, we can help answer all those questions.

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1. Call or Text Us for Help: Call Heart to Heart Adoptions or fill out our online form. Talk to someone who knows about adoption in North Carolina. Calling doesn't mean you have to place your baby for adoption. It just means you want to learn about your options.
2. Talk with Us: An adoption worker will talk with you about your situation and how you're feeling. This is a safe place to talk about your thoughts and learn about your choices.
3. Pick the Type of Adoption: With help from case managers like Kathy, Wendi, or Jodi, you'll decide what kind of adoption you want: • Open adoption (you stay in touch with the family) • Closed adoption (no contact with the family) • Semi-open adoption (some contact with the family)
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4. Choose a Family: Heart to Heart Adoptions will show you information about families who want to adopt. You'll pick the family that feels right to you.
5. Get Support: You'll get counseling and support through this whole process. Heart to Heart Adoptions will help you emotionally and legally.
6. Get Medical Care: We'll help you get medical care during your pregnancy.
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7. Plan for Birth: You can decide who you want with you when the baby is born and what kind of birth you want.
8. Place Your Baby: After you choose a family and your baby is born, you'll go through the legal process. Heart to Heart Adoptions will help with everything and make sure it follows North Carolina law.
9. Support After Placement: After the adoption is done, Heart to Heart Adoptions still helps you. This includes counseling, support to get back to your life.
10. Post Placement Contact With Adoptive Family: We will be there to help you stay in touch with the adoptive family in the way you want and feel the most comfortable with.

What is adoption in North Carolina like?

  • How does Heart to Heart Adoptions help birth mothers?
  • What support do pregnant women get in NC?
  • Why choose adoption in North Carolina?
  • What kind of relationship will I have with my child?

Will It Cost Me to Put a Baby Up for Adoption in North Carolina?

  • Is adoption free for birth mothers in NC?
  • Who pays for adoption legal costs
  • What expenses does the agency cover?
  • Can I get paid for placing my baby?

How to Place My Baby for Adoption in North Carolina

  • What are the steps to place a baby for adoption?
  • How do I start the adoption process in NC?
  • What happens after I choose a family?
  • How long does adoption take in North Carolina?

Help for Birth Mothers in North Carolina

  • What help do birth mothers get in NC?
  • How long does birth mother support last?
  • What expenses are covered during pregnancy?
  • Who qualifies for birth mother assistance?

Open Adoption in North Carolina

  • What is open adoption in North Carolina?
  • What’s the difference between open and closed adoption?
  • How does the Hearts Connect app work?
  • Can I stay in touch with my child?

How to Find a Family for My Baby in North Carolina

  • How do I choose an adoptive family?
  • What should I look for in adoptive parents?
  • Can I meet families before deciding?
  • Where are adoptive families located in NC?
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Legal Rules for Adoption in North Carolina

  • What are North Carolina adoption laws?
  • When can I sign adoption papers?
  • What are birth father rights in NC?
  • Can I change my mind about adoption?

Counseling for Birth Mothers in North Carolina

  • What counseling is available for birth mothers?
  • Is adoption counseling free in NC
  • How long does counseling support last?
  • What types of emotional support are offered?
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What Ashley from Greensboro told us.

“I didn’t know the first thing about how to place my baby for adoption in North Carolina. Heart to Heart Adoptions walked me through every step. First I just called to learn about my options – no pressure at all. Then I talked with Kathy, who helped me understand open adoption, closed adoption, and semi-open adoption. I got to choose the family myself, and they helped me get medical care throughout my pregnancy. When my baby was born, they handled all the legal stuff. Even after placement, they still support me. The whole process felt manageable because they explained each step clearly.”