Is putting a baby up for adoption the right choice?
When you are ready to be a mother, a positive pregnancy test is cause for celebration. But when you’re not, it can feel like quite a shock. Many women with unexpected pregnancies find themselves faced with two choices: Finding a way to raise a baby, or making a difficult decision about putting a baby up for adoption. Why choose adoption? If you’re looking for “adoption centers near me,” we can help you explore the answers.
Unexpectedly pregnant? Take time to explore your options
Many women facing an unplanned pregnancy find their minds racing with different scenarios and questions. Can I afford to have a child? What about my job or my education? What about the father? What will my family say? I never thought I’d have to consider putting a baby up for adoption! What do I do now?
Our experienced team of options counselors offers an important piece of advice: Slow down. Breathe. Take your time. Gather the facts about all of your options. You do not have to rush to make any decisions.
This is where we can help. Our counselors know all of the realities of both parenting and adoption. We cannot and will not ever pressure you to choose one path over another. What we can do is provide objective, reliable information about both options, so that you can come to a decision on your own.
Why choose adoption?
Adoption can often be a good choice for a woman who feels that she is not yet ready to be a mother, but who cares about her baby and wants an abundant life for them.
A woman who chooses adoption is doing not what is easiest, but what is best for her unborn baby. She is choosing to give her child a safe, loving home and a life full of opportunities. Putting a baby up for adoption means placing the baby with a family that will love them unconditionally and give them a beautiful life. And with modern open adoption, it doesn’t have to mean you say goodbye forever.
Why choose adoption? The answer lies inside your heart. If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, we encourage you to contact us for support and guidance as you explore your feelings, get the facts you need, and make your decision.
Questions to consider before choosing parenting or putting a baby up for adoption
It’s important to be realistic when thinking about your future as a mother. We recommend that you think through the answers to several questions, being fully honest with yourself as you do.
- Can I financially support my child?
- Do I have the time and means to raise a child right now?
- Does the father want to be involved, or do I have a good support system to help if not?
- Am I ready and able to be a parent?
The last question may very well be the most important. It is OK if you feel that you are not ready or able to be a parent. Parenting is, after all, a big lifestyle shift, and raising a child requires a great many resources. Not every woman is ready or able to take that leap.
Choosing adoption can give you a second chance at the life you have envisioned for yourself. It can allow you to continue your education; advance your career; and most importantly, know that you gave the most selfless, precious gift to your child: a safe, secure, loving future with a family that you chose yourself.
If you are wondering about the realities of putting a baby up for adoption, we can help. There is no cost to you to speak with one of our counselors, and you will gain great peace of mind from knowing that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision – whatever your choice may be. Reach out to speak to a Legacy counselor, any time of the day or night.
