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How Much Does Putting a Baby up for Adoption Cost?

Putting your baby up for adoption is selfless, brave and heroic. You’re choosing to give your baby a life of love and endless opportunities, and that is nothing short of beautiful.

When you choose adoption, you’re putting your baby’s needs ahead of your own. Because of our adoption financial assistance that makes the process free for you, adoption also allows you to find financial stability. At the same time, you’re providing your baby with a loving family that you chose specifically for them.

If you would like to get free adoption information now, then contact us online whenever you’re ready to reach out to us.

How Much Does Putting a Baby Up for Adoption Cost?

Giving your baby up for adoption is 100% free. As a potential birth mother, our services and support won’t cost you a single cent. That’s because you’ll receive our comprehensive financial assistance that covers all fees associated with your adoption journey.

The amount of financial assistance you’re eligible for will depend on your unique circumstances, as this support is court-mandated. Still, our free services and guidance ensures that your adoption experience will be as smooth and stress-free as possible.

What’s Covered in the Costs to Put My Baby Up for Adoption?

Through our adoption financial assistance, we’ll cover all costs associated with your adoption journey. For example, we can help you with everyday living expenses like:

  • Rent
  • Utilities
  • Groceries
  • Legal fees
  • And much more

We want you to be able to focus on the important parts of putting your baby up for adoption, not your bank account. The amount of financial support that you’ll qualify for will depend on your state’s laws, but we’ll guarantee that you’ll receive the maximum amount possible.

Why Do People Put Their Babies Up for Adoption?

People from all walks of life choose adoption for various reasons. Maybe you have long-term goals like higher education or career advancement. Or, maybe you want to regain financial stability before parenting. Maybe you simply don’t want to be a parent.

No matter what your reasons are, you’re providing your child with a brighter future, and you’re helping other people realize their lifelong dreams of parenthood.

Birth mother Brittnee, who worked with our agency, put her baby’s needs first by choosing adoption. Although it was a hard decision, she realized that the best things in life are never easy.

“I knew that she would have everything she deserved,” Brittnee said. “She would have amazing opportunities for education, a loving and devoted family and be able to travel and see this amazing world we live in. 10 years later, I am now going to school to begin my career as a Medical Practice Manager, and I honestly don’t think I would be in this place if it wasn’t for the support I received.”

To learn more about Brittnee’s story and our financial assistance program, fill out our online contact form today.

What Are the Benefits of Putting My Baby Up for Adoption?

When you’re putting your baby up for adoption you’re giving them the life you have always imagined for them. At the same time, it gives you the chance to take back control of your life. While you pursue your own dreams, you give your baby the lifestyle that’s best for them.

You get to tailor your entire adoption journey to your liking. You’ll call all the shots, and we’ll do all the heavy lifting for you.

To help you get started on this process, here are a few things you can do right now:

Putting a Baby Up for Adoption [5 Steps]

The process for putting your baby up for adoption varies from person to person. From a general standpoint, though, you can expect to follow these five steps:

  • Step 1: Contact us online today.
  • Step 2: Make an adoption plan and receive our financial assistance.
  • Step 3: Choose the perfect adoptive parents for your baby.
  • Step 4: Build a relationship with the family (if you want).
  • Step 5: Complete the placement.

As a licensed, national and full-service adoption agency, we’re here to ensure that your adoption journey is positive and fulfilling.

When you’re giving your baby up for adoption, we’ll be by your side every step of the way. Adoption is always an option, and it is completely free for you. If you’d like to get more free information now, then fill out our online contact form at any time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is American Adoptions the right adoption agency choice for many birth mothers?

American Adoptions is one of the largest licensed adoption agencies in the United States. Each year, we work with thousands of women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy and offer assistance to these women. Our large, caring staff is able to assist you seven days a week and provide you with one-on-one counseling about your pregnancy and available options.

You should choose an adoption agency where you feel completely comfortable with their services and staff. With American Adoptions, you will work with an Adoption Specialist who is on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Adoption Specialist will be your advocate and will provide support and guidance as you create an adoption plan that is right for you.

How will the family tell my child about me and the adoption when my child is older?

Each family has their own style of introducing adoption to the child. When you are matched with an adoptive family, you can ask them this question. If you would like your Adoption Specialist to discuss it for you, just let her know. He or she can share your wishes or provide good ideas from other adoptive families.

You will also be able to share what you want your baby to know about you. You can complete a keepsake booklet to share hobbies, stories, photos of you and your family and a letter to your baby. The adoptive family can provide this to your child as he or she grows older. Be as creative as you like! Some birth mothers have even knitted a special blanket as a gift to their baby or given a similar symbol of their love.

The father of your baby can fill out the birth father's keepsake booklet or write a letter too. You may have other family members who would also like to share photos or a letter to the baby. This is your opportunity to pass on your and your family's love and to share your personality, history and reasons for choosing adoption. The adoptive family will treasure whatever information you provide and will share it with the baby at an appropriate age. In most adoptive homes, the word adoption is in the child's vocabulary early on, and adoption is celebrated in their lives.

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