BIRTH PARENT FAQ
Questions About Adoption? Start Here.
If you’re considering adoption, you probably have questions about your rights, your options, support during pregnancy, and what happens after placement. Here are answers to some of the questions birth parents ask most often.
MOST ASKED QUESTIONS
Quick Answers to Common Adoption Questions
Can I be matched with an adoptive family that feels right for me and my baby?
Yes. If you choose adoption, you can review waiting family profiles and discuss your preferences with your adoption specialist. The matching process is designed to help identify families who align with what matters most to you and your adoption plan.
Can I get help during my pregnancy?
Support may be available for housing, groceries, transportation, medical care, counseling, and other pregnancy-related expenses depending on your situation and state law.
Can I talk to adoptive families before making a decision?
Yes. Many birth parents speak with prospective adoptive families through phone calls, video meetings, messaging, or in-person meetings before deciding on a match.
Can I have an open adoption?
Yes. Open adoption can include updates, photos, messages, calls, or visits based on the communication plan everyone creates together.
What if I change my mind?
Your rights depend on your state and where you are in the adoption process. Your adoption specialist and attorney will explain your rights and timelines clearly before any legal documents are signed.
Do I need an attorney?
Independent legal representation may be available to help explain your rights and review legal documents throughout the process.
YOUR RIGHTS
You Deserve Information, Support, and Time
Ask Questions
Understand every step before making decisions.
Take Your Time
Important decisions should never be rushed.
Know Your Rights
Receive clear information about the legal process.
Receive Support
Access guidance and counseling throughout your journey.
- Confidential Support
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- Licensed Agency
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- No Pressure or Obligation
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Talk With an Adoption Specialist
No question is too small, and you do not need to have all the answers before reaching out.
Many women contact us when they are simply exploring their options and trying to understand what adoption might look like for their situation. Others have questions about parenting resources, pregnancy support, matching with an adoptive family, hospital planning, or what happens after placement.
Our role is not to pressure you toward any decision. We are here to listen, provide information, answer questions, and help you understand the options available to you.
Whether you are early in your pregnancy, close to your due date, or have already given birth, you can speak with an adoption specialist confidentially and without obligation. We will meet you where you are and help you take the next step only when you feel ready.
You deserve clear answers, compassionate support, and the time to make the decision that feels right for you and your child.
