If the father of your child has failed to support previous children, there is more than a good chance that he will do the same with yours. While each state varies, in many, cases, failing to support another child can help immensely to build a case that will terminate his rights as a “father.” Judges are most concerned with the child’s ultimate outcome, and red flags are clearly raised when he has been in the same situation previously, and has acted in a manner that is less than supportive.

If you feel that the father of your baby will not be supportive of your adoption decision, yet has a history of not supporting his children, speak to your Adoption Specialist. Your specialist will be able to expalain to you the adoption laws for your state and your rights. Your specialist can also help you with any communication between you and the father regarding your adoption decision. Many times fathers simply do not understand the adoption process. Your specialist can help educate him about the adoption process and how he can work with you in forming an adoption plan, if he chooses.