Maybe you’re hoping to place your child for adoption, but you’re afraid to make such a life-changing decision so early in your pregnancy.
Choosing adoption should not be taken lightly, but the good news is you can change your mind even after you’ve begun the process.
Read on to learn more about your rights as a birth mother and your adoption options so that you can make an informed pregnancy decision with confidence.
Your Rights As the Birth Mother
Choosing to pursue adoption and beginning to search for an adoptive family does not mean your pregnancy decision is final.
As the birth mother, you have the right to change your mind about placing your child for adoption even after your child is born.
Though laws vary from state to state, in Pennsylvania, you have up to 30 days from the time your child is born and the consent is signed to make your decision.
Is Adoption Right for Me?
Some of your hesitation about adoption may be related to what your understanding of adoption is. As you work toward making a pregnancy decision, working closely with an adoption agency will allow you to get many of your questions answered to determine if adoption is the right fit for you.
Adoption agencies can provide more details about the three common types of adoption, including:
- Open adoption: You can choose the family you want to adopt your baby and decide if you want to keep in contact with them. You can also choose how involved you want to be in the baby’s life.
- Semi-open adoption: You can still have contact with the family and baby, but a professional adoption agency will help manage communication and keep your identifying information confidential.
- Closed adoption: You won’t have contact with the baby, and the identities of all parties are kept confidential. The court keeps adoption records sealed.
Many women are surprised to hear that they can be a part of choosing the adoptive family and be a part of their child’s life if they choose.
Along with these benefits, the adoptive agency or adoptive family pays for all pregnancy-related medical expenses and may also provide other financial assistance.
Get Help Today
Making a pregnancy decision can feel incredibly overwhelming. Maybe you’re confident that adoption is right for you, or perhaps you’re still unsure.
Chester County Connect Care is here to help if you’re looking for support. We provide free pregnancy services and can connect you with a trusted adoption agency to help get your questions answered.
Contact us today for your confidential appointment.