Choosing an Adoption Agency in Ohio

Choosing an Adoption Agency in Ohio

Finding the right adoption agency can feel overwhelming. You may wonder:
Who will listen to me?
Who can I trust?

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At Heart to Heart Adoptions, we understand how hard it is to reach out for help. Many women who call us say the same thing: "I just don't know where to start."

When you call Heart to Heart Adoptions, Michelle or Wendy will answer the phone. They'll listen, not judge. You have the right to answer all the questions you want. You can call as many times as you want and get as many answers as you need.

You'll then be matched with a caring case manager — Jodi, Ashlyn, Haley, or Kathy — who will stay with you every step of the way.

There are differences in adoption agencies

At our adoption agency, we aren't just concerned with women who are prepared to place their baby. We want to help any woman who is unexpectedly pregnant and wants to collect information about what to do.

We are a team of women who have worked with hundreds of birth mothers from all over Ohio — places like Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Dayton, and Akron.

Our focus is your comfort, you ability to decide and your safety

Here's what makes us different:

  • We Never Pressure You – You can talk to us even if you're unsure about adoption.
  • You Decide Everything – You choose the family, the plan, and the level of contact.
  • We Provide Full Support – Housing, food, clothes, medical care, and emotional counseling are all available for free.

Utah Apartments: A Safe Place to Stay

Many women from Ohio have chosen to relocate to comfortable apartments in another state where they feel safer.

You'll have your own apartment while also being close to other women who are going through the same thing. You will be able to share emotions, questions, and experiences.

Normally, we plan activities to help you get through this time in an enjoyable way. We might go to a movie, have lunch, take a short hike, or visit a tourist location.

Nicole from Toledo said, "I didn't know what to expect when I came to Utah. But when I met Jodi and the other girls in the apartments, I finally felt safe. We went to the movies one night and I laughed for the first time in months. These women understood what I was going through."

Always work with an experienced agency

We work with trusted adoption attorneys who understand Ohio adoption law, including:

72-Hour Waiting Period

The 72-hour waiting period before you can sign consent papers

Your Rights

Your rights as a birth mother

Living Expenses

How living expense assistance works in Ohio (up to $3,000)

Open Adoption Agreements

Open adoption agreements and what they mean

Your rights — and your baby's — will always come first.

Everyone's Situation is Different

There are many reasons women contact us:

  • Some aren't prepared for the pregnancy they are dealing with.
  • Some are already parenting other children and are struggling with this responsibility.
  • Some are in an unsafe or toxic living situation.
  • Some are alone and need more emotional and physical support
  • Some don't have health insurance
  • Some don't have money for immediate expenses.

Whatever your reason, we'll meet you where you are and help you find peace and security.

Jessica from Dayton had a one-year-old and was expecting another baby. She said, "I didn't think adoption was an option because I already had a child. But Haley helped me see that adoption was about love — not giving up. She helped me understand I could still be a good mom to my older child while giving my baby the life I wanted for her."

Support in Ohio and Beyond

No woman should have to face an unexpected pregnancy alone. Whether you’re in Columbus dealing with financial stress, Cleveland feeling overwhelmed, or Cincinnati without family support, we’re here for you.

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Medical and Clinical Content By

Allie James

Senior Content Editor · Heart to Heart Adoptions

Last Reviewed: February 20, 2026