The Adoption Process for Birthmother: A Step-by-Step Guide

Deciding to create an adoption plan for your baby is a courageous and loving choice. At our agency, we believe you are in charge, and we’re here to support you with information and guidance every step of the way. We help you explore your options and create a personalized plan that is best for you and your child.

1. Considering Adoption

Choosing adoption can be a positive path for women facing an unplanned pregnancy. It provides a secure future for your baby while you focus on your own life goals. We’re here to answer all your questions without any pressure or commitment. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make the best decision for your unique situation.

2. Creating Your Personalized Adoption Plan

Your dedicated caseworker will help you develop an adoption plan that reflects your specific wishes and needs. You have full control over the key decisions, including:

• Selecting the adoptive family: You can choose the family who will raise your child.
• Defining your relationship with the adoptive family: You decide how involved you want to be.
• Planning for post-adoption contact: You determine the level of communication you’ll have after the adoption.
• Creating a hospital plan: You’ll decide what happens during and after the birth.

3. Finding an Adoptive Family

Our agency works with a wide range of qualified families ready to welcome a child into their homes. Every family in our program goes through a thorough screening process that includes:

• Extensive background checks
• Comprehensive training
• Home visits by an adoption worker

You can get to know these families through their profiles and choose the one you feel is the best match. They’re excited to meet you if you choose to connect.

4. Getting to Know the Family

Once you select a family, we’ll facilitate introductions and communication. Our staff will mediate calls and visits to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’ll also help coordinate your hospital stay with the family, according to the wishes you outlined in your plan.

5. Your Hospital Plan and Stay

We’ll help you create a detailed hospital plan to ensure your experience is as calm and comfortable as possible. This plan is entirely up to you and may include decisions like:

• Do you want the adoptive family present during delivery?
• How much time do you want to spend with your baby after birth?
• Who will be your support person at the hospital?
• Do you want to leave the hospital at the same time as the adoptive family?

6. Deciding on Post-Adoption Contact

Adoption doesn’t have to mean saying goodbye forever. Many birth mothers choose to remain a part of their child’s life through an open or semi-open adoption. In your adoption plan, you’ll decide what type of ongoing communication you want to have with the adoptive family. This can include:

• Photos and written updates
• Emails or phone calls
• Planned visits

To learn more about your options or to speak with an adoption caseworker, contact us. There is no commitment required.

Contact Us Today: Text or call: 234-206-1859 Email: denise@bbas.org