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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What is Kinship Adoption?
An unplanned pregnancy can be a very difficult time, especially for birth parents who may not be ready to raise a child on their own. In these situations, adoption can be an excellent option. However, there are situations when birth… Read More
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What Are My Rights as a Teen Birth Mother?
An unplanned pregnancy can be a scary time for any mother, let alone a teen birth mother. However, it is important to know that you are not alone, says Megan Cohen, adoption attorney and birth mother. 85 percent of all… Read More
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What to Do When Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy as a Teen
An unplanned pregnancy can be a scary time for a woman. This is especially true for teen mothers. But it is important to understand that an unplanned pregnancy is not the end of the world. Below, we outline several ways… Read More
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Is It Necessary to Go for Prenatal Care If Doing an Adoption Plan?
An unplanned pregnancy can be difficult for a birth mother to handle. Pregnancy is stressful enough when a mother has had time to properly plan ahead. An unexpected pregnancy can turn a mother’s life upside down. So, it is completely… Read More
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Dealing with an Unplanned Pregnancy
If you are dealing with an unplanned pregnancy, you are undoubtedly experiencing a range of emotions. But it is important to know you are not alone. Every year in the United States, about half of all pregnancies are unplanned. And… Read More
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What Factors Go into Creating an Adoption Plan for an Unplanned Pregnancy?
An unplanned pregnancy can be a tough time filled with confusion and uncertainty. There are probably a million questions running through your head. How did this happen? What do I do next? Am I ready to be a parent? Can… Read More