You’re in charge — you choose the family that feels right for your baby.
Most women are very concerned about the family that will be raising their child. If you are considering adoption for your baby, you want the family that will be best for that child AND you want a family, you feel comfortable with.
Your first concern will be about the Safety and Happiness of your baby.
Every family goes through:
Think about the type of family you want:
Consider where you want your child to grow up:
Choose a family that shares what's important to you:
If this matters to you, choose a family that:
Every birth mother's wishes are different. As you look at families, think about what matters most to you — your case manager will help you weigh each of these options.
In Ohio, open adoption agreements are not legally enforceable, but most families honor them. Your case manager will help you create a contact plan.
Your case manager will give you access to family profiles — like photo albums with letters from hopeful adoptive parents. These profiles include:
You can look through as many profiles as you want. Take your time. Ask questions. Your case manager will tell you more about any family that interests you.
Some birth mothers even meet their chosen family before the baby is born. Others prefer to keep more distance. It's completely up to you.
In Ohio, if you choose adoption, the adoptive family can help with:
Important: All payments are made directly to service providers whenever possible (like paying rent to your landlord or bills to the utility company). This protects you and ensures everything is legal and ethical.
Yes! In Ohio, you have the right to:
Your case manager will help you create a hospital plan that explains exactly what you want:
We're here to help you explore your options, without pressure or judgment.
Last Reviewed: February 20, 2026