Category: Birth Parents

The decision to place your baby for adoption is not a simple one. As any birth mother who has been through this journey can tell you, it is something that must be carefully thought out. For some women, the choice ... READ MORE

When facing an unplanned pregnancy, it is easy to get overwhelmed with emotion and uncertainty, let alone the number of decisions you have to make. In addition to your life plans, and a possible adoption plan, you also have to ... READ MORE

Placing your child for adoption is NOT giving up your baby. The term “give up for adoption” is a dated term that is often used in casual conversation and in the media. It is derived from the phrase “put up ... READ MORE

Are you a facing an unplanned pregnancy? You may be feeling scared and overwhelmed. One of the most important things to know as an expectant/birth parent in Indiana is that you have options. It is important to explore these carefully, ... READ MORE

If you are facing an unexpected pregnancy, you may be considering making an adoption plan for your baby. Like many, you may also be feeling overwhelmed by the entire situation – with many questions about the process. This is completely ... READ MORE

If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you are likely experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. You may even feel overwhelmed by the many big decisions ahead of you, including whether adoption is the best path for you and your unborn ... READ MORE

If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may be considering making an adoption plan for your baby. This is a loving, selfless decision. It is also one with which you will have many choices. Facing this situation may be ... READ MORE

Facing an unplanned pregnancy can be a scary, confusing, and overwhelming time in your life. It can also feel very isolating. You may wonder, ‘Who will understand what I am going through?’, ‘Who can I lean on for support?’, and ... READ MORE

Adoption is a very emotional decision. Whether you are pregnant and considering adoption, or have already given birth and made an adoption plan for your child, you have likely felt – at one point or another – scared, sad, and ... READ MORE

It is not uncommon for women facing an unplanned pregnancy to feel like there is only one option. Some women may feel pressured into parenting their baby. Others may feel pressured, perhaps by the biological father, to terminate their pregnancy. ... READ MORE