Does Putting a Baby up for Adoption Cost?
People pursue the adoption process for many different reasons. Whether parenthood isn’t for you or you aren’t financially ready to raise a child, choosing adoption is a selfless decision that ensures your baby will have the best life possible. That’s because putting a baby up for adoption is 100% free.
If you have any questions about how to put your baby up for adoption, then we are here to answer them for you. Contact us online to get more free information now about how adoption with our agency is always free.
1. Does Putting a Baby Up for Adoption Cost?
No, it doesn’t cost anything to put your baby up for adoption. Because you’re the birth mother, any services and support you receive from our agency will be completely free. All your adoption-related and pregnancy-related fees will also be covered.
All states have their own laws about the amount of financial assistance you’ll receive, but you can generally get help with everyday living expenses, including:
- Rent
- Utilities
- Groceries
- Legal fees
- And much more
2. Will an Adoption Agency Pay Me to Put My Baby Up for Adoption?
Although you technically aren’t “paid” to place your baby for adoption, it will always be free for you as the prospective birth mother. That’s because of our adoption financial assistance program, which is designed to cover any expenses associated with your adoption process.
As a full-service, national adoption agency, we can provide you with everything that you need for this beautiful journey. In other words, we have everything that you need to complete your adoption under one roof. For example, we’ll provide you with services like:
- Free, 24/7 counseling to help you process the complex emotions of adoption
- Thousands of hopeful families to choose from, so you can find the perfect match for your baby
- A trusted birth parent specialist to help you make an adoption plan that accounts for all your needs and preferences
- Adoption financial assistance that makes adoption completely free for you
- And much more
If you’d like to get more free information now about our services, then fill out our online contact form at any time.
3. Can I Give My Baby Away at Birth?
Yes, you can always put your baby up for adoption at birth. Regardless of your circumstances, you can put your baby up for adoption if it’s the right choice for you. Contact our adoption agency to create an adoption plan and find the perfect family for your baby.
We’ve worked with many people who have chosen adoption at the hospital, right after delivery or even after they’ve been home with their baby for several months. Still, no matter when you choose adoption, we’ll be there to support you for each step of your journey.
4. After Putting My Baby Up for Adoption, Can I Stay in Touch with Them?
Yes, you can maintain a meaningful bond with your child for years to come. When you put your baby up for adoption, we’ll help you make an adoption plan that outlines all your preferences and needs. For instance, you’ll include details like how much contact you want with the family and your baby once the adoption is complete.
Through open adoption, you can stay updated about important milestones for your child. You can also choose the level and form of communication that you prefer. For example, you can stay in touch with your child via:
- Phone calls
- Text messages
- Emails
- In-person visits
- Photographs
- Handwritten letters
- Or whatever you feel comfortable with
Birth mother Sarah worked with us and found the adoption journey incredibly fulfilling. Through the process, she found the perfect family for her baby, and she couldn’t have asked for anything more.
“Adoption has changed my life because I have extended my family,” Sarah said. “A child that I knew I could not parent is now a forever part of my life, and she has an amazing mom and dad who I stay in great contact with. We touch base at least once a week — not because there is any obligation to do so, but because we’re friends.”
5. How Do I Place My Baby for Adoption? [5 Steps]
The process of putting your baby up for adoption can vary on a case-by-case basis. From a general perspective, though, it consists of these five steps:
- Step 1: Contact our adoption agency.
- Step 2: Make an adoption plan with our guidance.
- Step 3: Choose the perfect adoptive family for your child.
- Step 4: Build a meaningful bond with the family (if you want).
- Step 5: Complete the placement and receive our free post-adoption support.
Putting your baby up for adoption is a selfless, heroic decision that puts your baby’s needs before your own. Not only are you creating a brighter future for yourself, but you’re also doing so for your child. That is nothing short of beautiful.
Remember, adoption is always an option. To get free adoption information now, you can fill out our online contact form whenever you’re ready. We’re here to help you at any time.
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