When a birth mother chooses to create an adoption plan, the next big decision she will have to make is which adoption agency to work with – and “there are lots of agencies to choose from all over the country,”… Read More
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What Are the Benefits of Having a Family Member Adopt My Child?
When faced with an unplanned pregnancy, birth parents face a difficult decision. Do we raise the child? Do we terminate the pregnancy? Do we consider adoption? What if we just aren’t sure? You see, there are situations when birth parents… Read More
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Tips for Writing a Letter To Your Birth Child
One of the most important things to consider when creating an adoption plan is where you see yourself in your child’s future. Today, birth mothers and fathers have more opportunities for continued contact than ever before. “The confidentiality that once… Read More
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Unplanned Pregnancy of a Minor
In 2019, there were 179,871 live births to mothers between the ages of 15 and 19. Of these, roughly 85 percent were not planned – and an unplanned pregnancy can be a scary time for any mother, let alone a… Read More
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Adoption Counseling Services in Maryland
A birth mother’s decision to create an adoption plan is never an easy one. However, “many birth parents are able to reconcile the loss and make peace with the decision,” according to the Child Welfare Information Gateway. But it can… Read More
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How to Create an Adoption Plan in Maryland
An unplanned pregnancy can be tough, especially if you are not in a place in life where raising a child is really feasible. So, you may be considering creating an adoption plan, but are unsure what to do first. This… Read More
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Why Would I Choose Open Adoption?
When crafting her adoption plan, you have a very important decision to make about your future. Where do you fit in your child’s life? It can be difficult looking that far into the future, but there are generally three options… Read More
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Communicating Your Adoption Plan to the Hospital
The birth of a child requires a lot of forethought on the part of the mother. You should think about what you want from this experience. What is your birth plan (and adoption plan)? While some things may be out… Read More
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What Will They Ask Me When Creating an Adoption Plan?
After weighing your options and deciding adoption is the best choice for both you and your child, it is time to start outlining your preliminary adoption plan. We say preliminary adoption plan because it is important to understand that creating… Read More
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I Just Learned My Daughter Is Pregnant. What Should I Do?
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear at Adoption Makes Family comes from parents who learn that their daughter is pregnant – “What should I do?” How Can I Help My Daughter? We understand that learning about your… Read More