Giving Baby Up for Adoption in Texas
And Why You’re Not 'Giving Up' at All
Choosing adoption is a brave and selfless decision. If you’re considering giving your baby up for adoption in Texas, you are not “giving up”—you are choosing a brighter future for yourself and your child. With American Adoptions, you’ll have expert guidance, emotional support, and a clear path forward during this emotional time.
By working with our trusted team, you can find peace of mind knowing you’re supported by an experienced national adoption agency that understands the Texas process inside and out.
Schedule a consultation today to talk with an adoption specialist and start building the best plan for you and your baby.
How to Give Your Baby Up for Adoption in Texas
Here’s a step-by-step guide to how to place a baby for adoption in Texas:
Step 1: Determine if Adoption is Right for You and Your Child
Reflect on your goals, values, and situation. Is adoption for your baby the right path for you?
Step 2: Decide How to Put Your Baby Up for Adoption with an Adoption Plan
Your adoption specialist will help you design a plan tailored to your wishes and needs.
Step 3: Choose the Perfect Adoptive Family for Your Child
View profiles and videos of hopeful adoptive families to find the one that feels right.
Step 4: Get to Know the Adoptive Family
You can build a relationship with the family before placement through calls, emails, or meetings.
Step 5: Give Birth and Complete the Legal Steps of Adoption
We’ll help you create a hospital plan and handle all the legal details.
Step 6: Share Contact after the Adoption and Build a Lifelong Bond
If you choose open adoption, you can maintain contact and watch your child thrive.
Can I Still Choose Adoption if My Baby Is Already Born?
Absolutely. Giving your baby up for adoption at birth or even weeks or months later is always an option in Texas. If you’re considering putting a newborn up for adoption or need help at the hospital, our team is available 24/7.
We’ll walk you through your next steps and ensure you and your baby receive the compassionate care you need.
Free Adoption Services You May Not Know About in Texas
Adoption is emotionally hard—but you shouldn’t have to face financial stress on top of it. As a full-service national adoption agency, American Adoptions offers:
You deserve someone by your side. We’re here to help.
Do You Get Paid for Giving Your Baby Up for Adoption in Texas?
No—you cannot legally be paid for placing a baby for adoption. But Texas law allows adoption-related financial assistance to cover certain expenses, including:
- Rent or housing
- Medical bills
- Utilities and groceries
- Transportation
Is It Wrong to Put My Baby Up for Adoption?
Adoption is hard—but it’s also incredibly brave.
Many women wonder: is giving my baby up for adoption right for me? They worry about guilt, judgment, or regret. But remember—choosing adoption isn’t “giving up.” It’s creating opportunities:
How to Choose an Adoptive Family in Texas
You are in control of this decision and through open adoption; you can even stay connected and watch your child grow.
With American Adoptions, you can choose from diverse families across Texas and the U.S., whether you want:
- A family of a particular faith or background
- LGBTQ+ adoptive parents
- A couple with children or first-time parents
Adoption at the Hospital: How Do You Make a Hospital Plan?
Whether you are giving your baby up for adoption at the hospital or knowing adoption is right for your situation well in advance of your time at the hospital, your hospital plan ensures you control every aspect of your hospital stay:
We’ll coordinate with hospital staff to ensure your needs are met.
What About the Birth Father?
Texas law recognizes birth father rights if you choose adoption for your baby. Whether you have his consent or are unsure where he stands, it’s essential to:
- If the birth father is unknown, cannot be located, or does not register with the Texas paternity registry within 31 days of the child’s birth, his consent is generally not required.
- If the birth father has abandoned the birth mother and child or failed to provide support during the pregnancy, the court can terminate his rights without his consent.
- If the birth father objects to the adoption, a court hearing will determine whether terminating his parental rights is in the child’s best interest.
More Texas Adoption Laws You’ll Need to Know About
If you are giving your baby up for adoption in Texas, you need to know about the laws that impact you too.
These laws exist to protect you and ensure your decision is fully informed, deliberate, and voluntary. Your adoption specialist and attorney will walk you through every legal requirement and safeguard to make sure you understand your rights and the long-term impact of your choices.
Ongoing Support After Giving Baby Up for Adoption
Adoption doesn’t end at placement. We offer:
- Post-placement counseling
- Continued contact through open adoption
- Ongoing financial assistance (for a limited time)
- Lifelong connection with your adoption specialist
You are part of this journey forever—and we’re here for you.
Is Giving My Baby Up for Adoption in Texas Right for Me?
Only you can decide if adoption is right for your situation. You are strong. You are brave. And you deserve all the support in the world as you make this decision.
Contact Us Now
Imagine this: You take control of your situation, provide a beautiful life for your child, and find peace in your decision.
Schedule a consultation today to speak with a compassionate adoption specialist and start creating your personalized adoption plan.
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