If you’re considering putting a baby up for adoption you will need to contact a licensed adoption agency that has an adoption staff that will help and guide you with your decision. Your adoption staff will help you develop your adoption plan and help you navigate through your adoption process. Your adoption plan will be tailored to your unique situation and ensures you are in control of your adoption. You and your adoption specialist will discuss and navigate the following steps to give you the confidence putting your baby up for adoption is the best decision for you and your baby now and in the future.
A Bond of Life Adoptions is a licensed adoption agency that is licensed in multiple states. Our licensed adoption professionals consist of Adoptive Parents, Birth Mothers, Adoptees, Adoption Counselors, and Adoption Attorneys that are here for you. WE CARE, WE LISTEN, WE HELP YOU. So, if your pregnant, at hospital, or your baby is born reach out to us we are here to help you.
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The Answer: There is never a cost to you for anything at any time!
Financial Hardship is usually one of the reasons you may be looking to put your baby up for adoption. When you work with A Bond of Life Adoptions (ABL Adoptions) it is 100% free to you. You will never be charged anything for our services. In fact, you are entitled to financial assistance when you put your baby up for adoption. All states allow some sort of financial assistance related to your adoption, and it is important to understand your legal rights when it comes to adoption assistance. Adoption Financial assistance is one of the reasons it is very important to work with a Licensed Adoption Agency because all States have laws relating to adoption assistance and adoption payments and giving a person money, gifts or favors in exchange for a baby or child is illegal which is why women who secure payments when finding adoptive parents on their own can face serious legal charges.
Babyupforadoption.com is a division of A Bond of Life Adoptions (ABL Adoptions)
A Bond of Life Adoptions is a licensed adoption agency that is licensed in multiple states. Our licensed adoption professionals consist of Adoptive Parents, Birth Mothers, Adoptees, Adoption Counselors, and Adoption Attorneys that are here for you. WE CARE, WE LISTEN, WE HELP YOU. So, if your pregnant, at hospital, or baby is born reach out to us we are here to help you.
Answer No and Yes.
No, you cannot get paid to “give a baby up for adoption”. In fact, there can be serious legal charges for birth mothers or birth parents who attempt to receive money, gifts, or favors in exchange for a child. Which is why trying to find adoptive parents on your own without working with a licensed adoption agency can have serious legal consequences. If someone offers to give you money to put a baby up for adoption it is considered trafficking.
Yes, there is adoption financial assistance available to you when you are looking to “put a baby up for adoption.” This financial assistance can help you with such things as rent, food, utilities, phone, pregnancy related expenses, medical expenses, counseling, and other necessities. Again, it is very important to coordinate with a licensed adoption agency to help you with your expenses and the legal aspects of your financial assistance. Financial assistance is there to make sure you are taken care of during your adoption process.
A Bond of Life Adoptions is a licensed adoption agency that is licensed in multiple states. Our licensed adoption professionals consist of Adoptive Parents, Birth Mothers, Adoptees, Adoption Counselors, and Adoption Attorneys that are here for you. WE CARE, WE LISTEN, WE HELP YOU.
So, if your pregnant, at hospital, or baby is born reach out to us we are here to help you.
Yes, you can put your baby up for adoption without the father’s consent, but a birth fathers rights are complex and are handled differently for every situation. There are several options for a licensed adoption agency or you to communicate with the birthfather in a safe and civil manner. Please reach out to our adoption specialists so we can learn about you and your desired adoption plan and determine how to best address your adoption situation.
First if a you are dealing with a birthfather that is abusive either physically or emotionally do not talk to the birth father! A licensed adoption agency has a staff in place that can speak to the birthfather on your behalf or through the proper legal channels. DO NOT PUT YOURSELF IN DANGER to communicate with the birth father.
Listed are some common birth father situations.
Through no fault of yours the birth father may be unknown or out of the picture, and in most states the birth father has legal parameters he must prove to show he is the father and will support the child before and after birth. ABL Adoptions have assisted countless women who do not know who or where the birth father may be.
2. Birth Father is known but is unsupportive
If the father is known, and he unsupportive of your adoption plan He will need to show he can assume the duties of being a father, including support and custody, to retain his parental rights. In fact, most states require a birth father to provide financial support and a consistent work history to show he has been existent during the pregnancy and show he will be the consistent parental figure for the baby after pregnancy. Failure to establish and prove these obligations may result in the birth father being unable to stop the adoption.
3. Birth Father is in and out of the picture
A Birth father that is in and out of the picture and does not show a level of consistent commitment to you during your pregnancy. Will more than likely not show a commitment to you and your baby after birth. If a stable two parent household is why you are looking to put your baby up for adoption than in most circumstances the inconsistent commitment of the birth father will continue.
4. Birth Father is abusive
Many adoption plans are made because the birth mother is dealing with an abusive birth father. Your adoption agency will get you the counseling and assist you get away from any abusive situation. Please do not put yourself in any danger discussing your adoption plan. Let ABL Adoptions staff take on the responsibility of communicating with the birth father and help you with any resources you may need.
5. Birth Father is supportive and stable
You may have a great relationship with the biological father of your baby but may feel that you are just not ready to be a parent yet. Even though a birth father is there and wants to raise a child does not mean you have to agree. Sometimes having our staff explain to the birthfather his responsibilities and the benefits of adoption will get him on board with and adoption plan, and maybe even be involved in selecting a family and participate in an open adoption.
Please reach out to ABL Adoptions licensed adoption specialists and let us learn the facts of your situation and help you with our adoption plan. We Care We Listen, We Help You!
Nothing in this article should be considered legal advice we will learn about your situation and put you in touch with an adoption attorney to discuss a birth fathers’ rights.
Yes, you can put your baby up for adoption after it is born. If you are at the hospital, baby is born, or your home with child putting your baby up for adoption is always an option for you. In fact, even if you have been home with your baby weeks, months, or years adoption is still a choice for you. There are always families looking to adopt a child at any time. Contact our adoption staff and let’s discuss your situation and help you determine if adoption is right for you and your baby.
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Our Step by Step Guide to finding family to adopt you baby.
2. The adoption agency will present you with the families that meet your wishes and desires. Then the decision will be yours to select the family you feel would be the right match for you and your baby. This is your adoption process make sure you take the time to look at all the families you wish. Never worry about asking for more families if the initial families are not feeling right. This is one of the most important jobs of your adoption agency is matching you with the family you want!
3. Getting to know your chosen adoptive family. You will communicate and interact with your adoptive family after you are matched with them. You will have options to meet in person, by phone, video, chat, etc. how you communicate and how often is up to you.
When communicating with your chosen adoptive family consider some of the following:
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1. Explore Your Options: Before making any final decisions, it's crucial to carefully explore your options. You need to reach out to a licensed adoption professional such as adoption agencies that have a staff that can understand your unique situation and guide you through your adoption process. ABL Adoptions is a licensed adoption agency that will provide guidance and support in every step of your adoption process. Our adoption staff will listen to you and help you make a personalized plan to put your baby up for adoption that will take into consideration your desires for you and your baby.
2. Making Your Adoption Plan: If you decide to put your baby up for adoption the ABL staff will help create the right adoption plan for you and your baby. ABL Adoptions understands the emotional challenges that come with the decision to put a baby up for adoption. ABL has counselors, advisors, coordinators, and former birthmothers that will ensure the emotional aspects of adoption and offer guidance on making difficult decisions that you will face. We will listen to you and help select the right adoptive family according to your desired preferences. We will talk to you and discuss your financial needs and your future.
4. Selecting Adoptive Family: Our adoption staff will present you with adoptive families that are the best fit for you and your child. All adoptive parents have been extensively screened through a home study, background checks, and a review of financial stability. The ABL Adoptions staff will match you with the family you desire that will love, nurture, and support your baby.
5. Creating a Hospital Plan: If you have decided to put your baby up for adoption during your pregnancy, a hospital plan is created. There are many decisions you and your adoption staff will go over to make a hospital plan focused around your desires.
If you are at the hospital, baby is born, or child is a toddler, then you can still to put a baby up for adoption. All the listed steps will be followed in a different order but ABL Adoptions will insure all your desires and wishes are the only priority.
7. Legal and Paperwork Process: Preparing to put a baby up for adoption involves careful decision-making. Adoption laws require a series of legal documents that must be completed during an adoption. ABL Adoptions professional staff, including social workers, adoption specialists, and attorneys, will work with you to ensure that all legal requirements are met with care and professionalism. They will assist in facilitating the necessary paperwork and guide you through the legal process.
6. Post Adoption Support: You have made a courageous decision to put your baby up for adoption. We understand that emotional support will be needed after your adoption and grieving will be a natural emotion that you will feel. Your adoption staff has experienced 1000's of adoptions. Our adoption professionals will help you get the support you need through counseling and talking to birth mothers who have made the same decisions as you. We care, we listen, and we help you through your entire adoption journey.
There are probably so many questions you are thinking of right now. Maybe you aren’t even sure where to begin.
Just take a breath and pause. We are here to listen, to support you through this journey.
The most important thing to remember, it’s your decision.
You have complete control during your adoption.
We will provide you with all your available options so you can make a strong, informed, and proper decision to best serve your child.
We work with you from start to finish until you have found the best plan for you and your child.
We provide you with a selection of families that meet your desires for your child's future.
We have helped women make last minute adoption plans. They have contacted us while in labor on the way to the hospital, at the hospital, and even when they are home with their baby. It is never too late to make an adoption plan.
This plan creates a relationship between you & adoptive parents that offers direct contact. Interaction before and after delivery is typical.
The forms of communication prior to birth may be talking on the phone, texting, email and face-to-face meetings. This contact can continue after the birth as well.
You will receive updates and pictures from the adoptive family on how the child is doing. The types and frequency of contact will be decided between the birth mother and the adoptive family.
With this plan there is limited contact. Prior to delivery, you and adoptive family may have direct contact by phone, text, email and face-to-face meetings.
In the past the communication between birth mother and the adoptive family after delivery was handled through the agency with pictures and letters. While this is still an option, many semi-open adoptions are handled through social media outlets.
The frequency of updates will be decided between the birth mother and the adoptive family.
In a closed adoption, you can select the adoptive family or you can have us select the adoptive family for you.
There may be communications between you and the adoptive family before birth, but usually identifying information is limited. After birth there will be no communication.
No updates, letters or pictures would be provided throughout the child’s life.
Absolutely. This is 100% up to you who adopts your baby. Think about what you want for your child. College education, playing sports, living in the country, siblings or no siblings... and your requests can go on. We will find the perfect family for you and your baby, giving you confidence in the future.
Many women waiver during their adoption plan. That is ok! You do not have to have your mind made up. We want to spend some time to get to know you and your situation and for you to decide if adoption is right for you. Your adoption coordinator is your support person and will be there to listen to your feelings and help you.
Yes, you can receive financial help according to the laws of the state you reside. Our Adoption Professionals and Attorneys will insure you get all of the financial assistance you are entitled to.
Open adoption in a short answer is the amount of future contact you want with the family after the adoption. Open Adoption can be visits, picture and letters, social media exchanges, and any communication you and the adoptive family agree to.
Yes, we encourage meeting and communicating with the family before the adoption. You can have as much interaction with the family as you feel comfortable with.
Yes, an expectant mother who is a minor may place her child for adoption if it is the best decision for her. In many cases, the laws are the same as an adult placing a child for adoption. However, depending on your circumstances and your state laws, you may need to involve your parents in this decision.
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