If you're facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering your options, you might be wondering what giving a baby up for adoption in Hawaii really looks like. At American Adoptions, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way.

Choosing adoption doesn’t mean you’re giving up. It means you’re making a brave, selfless decision to give your baby the best life possible. With our help, you can shape that future and find peace knowing you made the right choice.

Get free information today or call to speak with a professional.

How to Give a Baby Up for Adoption in Hawaii

Here’s how the adoption process works in Hawaii with American Adoptions:

Step 1: Contact an Adoption Specialist

Call us 24/7 or fill out our online form. You’ll be connected to a licensed specialist who will support you with compassion — not pressure.

Step 2: Create Your Personalized Adoption Plan

You choose the type of adoption (open, semi-open, or closed), the family, and your hospital experience.

Step 3: Choose an Adoptive Family

Browse waiting families here. With hundreds of hopeful parents, you’re in control.

Step 4: Prepare for Delivery

Your adoption specialist will help create a hospital plan and coordinate with local hospitals.

Step 5: Complete the Legal Process

We’ll provide a licensed attorney at no cost to you, who will explain your rights and walk you through the legal process in Hawaii.

What if My Baby is Already Born?

You can still put a newborn up for adoption after birth — even from the hospital. Whether you're any facility statewide, we can help:

• Contact us from the hospital or after returning home.
• An adoption professional will come to you.
• You’ll still choose the adoptive family and the type of contact you want.

Giving your baby up for adoption at birth or giving your baby up for adoption at the hospital is still a loving and brave choice — and we’re here to help, day or night.

Free Adoption Services You May Not Know About in Hawaii

When you work with American Adoptions, every service is free — no matter when you choose adoption:

• 24/7 counseling and emotional support
• Help with living expenses (rent, groceries, transportation)
• Legal representation
• Coordination with Hawaii hospitals and agencies

You deserve this support. Reach out now to get the care and compassion you need.

Do You Get Paid for Giving Your Baby Up for Adoption in Hawaii?

No — it’s illegal to be paid for placing a baby for adoption. But financial assistance is available to cover pregnancy-related expenses, such as:

• Rent and utilities
• Maternity clothes
• Medical bills and transportation
• Groceries and personal care

Every situation is different. Your American Adoptions specialist will make sure you receive the support you’re entitled to under Hawaii law.

Learn more about adoption financial assistance.

Is it Wrong to Give My Baby Up for Adoption?

Absolutely not. Adoption is a loving, intentional choice. Many birth mothers worry they’ll feel shame, regret, or guilt — but many report feeling pride and peace when they see their child thriving.

Adopted children grow up in stable, loving homes — and many maintain a relationship with their birth mothers through open adoption.

How to Choose an Adoptive Family in Hawaii

You're in charge of choosing the perfect family — one who shares your values, hopes, and dreams for your child.

• View video profiles of hopeful parents across the U.S. here
• Get to know the family through calls, texts, or visits
• Decide what kind of relationship you want after adoption

With American Adoptions, you have access to hundreds of thoroughly screened families — more than most local agencies can offer.

Working with our agency gives you the power to choose the family who will raise your child, making sure their future is shaped by your hopes and dreams.

Giving Baby Up for Adoption at the Hospital: How Do You Make a Hospital Plan?

Your hospital experience should be exactly how you want it to be. We’ll help you:

• Choose who’s in the delivery room
• Decide whether to hold or name your baby if giving up for adoption
• Meet the adoptive family (if you want)
• Work with hospital staff to ensure your wishes are respected

Your specialist will coordinate everything with hospitals.

What About the Birth Father?

Hawaii law does have rules about father consent, but you may still be able to choose adoption even if he disagrees or is absent.

Be honest with your adoption specialist about your situation. We’ll connect you with an attorney to help you understand your rights.

Learn more about birth father rights in Hawaii

More Hawaii Adoption Laws You’ll Need to Know About

Here are a few key legal points in Hawaii:

• You must wait at least 72 hours after birth before signing consent.
• You’ll work with a licensed attorney.
• You can choose open, semi-open, or closed adoption — your choice matters.

With American Adoptions, your legal rights will always be protected.

Ongoing Support After Giving Baby Up for Adoption

Adoption doesn’t end at placement. Our support continues:

• Counseling from licensed professionals
• Post-placement contact with the adoptive family

We’re still here for you — no matter how much time has passed.

Is Giving My Baby Up for Adoption in Hawaii Right for Me?

Only you can decide — but you’re not alone. Think about:

What will give my baby the best life possible?
Am I looking for a way to move forward with support?
Do I want to choose a loving family for my child?

We’re here to help you explore the pros and cons of giving baby up for adoption and make the decision that’s right for you.

You Deserve Support. Start Your Journey Today.

Imagine the peace of knowing your baby is safe, loved, and thriving. With American Adoptions, that future starts with one step.

Call us now at 1-800-ADOPTION or fill out this form to get free adoption information.

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