Whether you are currently pregnant and considering adoption for your baby, or you are considering adoption to grow your family, you are likely aware that there is a lot of information to consider when choosing adoption agency to work with. There are many ways that agencies differ, from the simplest ways such as location, to very specific differences in how they assist their Birth and Adoptive Parents. In order to understand which type of adoption agency you might want to work with, having a list … [Read more...]
Understanding Adoption Options
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and are considering whether adoption might be the right choice for your baby or toddler, it is important to know that you have a lot of control in the adoption process. If you choose to contact one of the private adoption agencies near you such as Open Arms Adoption Network, we will provide counseling and be sure to explain everything that you need to know, such as the differences between the three types of adoptions, your rights as a Birth Mom, and … [Read more...]
Tips for Choosing an Adoptive Family for Your Baby
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and considering giving your baby up for adoption, you might be thinking about who will adopt your baby. There are many adoption agencies out there who can help support you through the process, and you may want to consider working with a local agency that can offer you emotional support through this process. If you choose to work with an adoption agency such as Open Arms Adoption Network, you can actually choose the right family for your baby—the one … [Read more...]
How to Choose an Adoption Agency
Have you been wondering which adoption agency is right for me? You’re not alone. Many women who are searching for adoption information wonder how to choose a good domestic adoption agency that offers support for women facing an unwanted pregnancy as well as adoption services. There are some important factors to take into consideration concerning how an adoption agency might support you in the process. There are many private adoption agencies out there, and if you are unable to get … [Read more...]
Alternative Options to Abortion for an Unwanted Pregnancy
If you are pregnant and wondering if this unplanned pregnancy is something that you really want, you may be considering your other options and wondering what they are. This pregnancy may be an accident, or perhaps your circumstances have changed over the last few weeks or months, and you no longer feel that a new baby is a good idea. Although you may feel stressed and trapped right now, the good news is, you do have options. Termination may be an idea that you are considering, but if abortion is … [Read more...]
How to tell family and friends about your unwanted pregnancy
You were in a good place with your boyfriend and all was good. Then a few months ago, you forgot your birth control pill a couple of days, missed a depo shot or maybe your boyfriend didn’t have a condom like he said he did. Now you feel exhausted and your body is beginning to change physically. Deep down, you know these are likely pregnancy symptoms, but you have put off taking a pregnancy test because you don’t feel ready to come to terms with the situation that you are likely … [Read more...]
How to Tell Your Boyfriend about Your Unwanted Pregnancy
An Unwanted Surprise Everything was great. You and your boyfriend were in a good place, talking about moving in together and meeting each other’s families. And then you made that mistake of missing your birth control pill, or maybe another form of contraception did not work. Now, you have 2 missed periods, your body is starting to change and you are exhausted. You know these are pregnancy symptoms but you have been avoiding taking a home pregnancy test because you are trying the “if I ignore … [Read more...]
7 Important Factors When Considering Adoption
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy or you are currently taking care of your newborn, and you are considering giving up your baby for adoption, you likely have a lot of questions about what adoption means, how the adoption process works, adoption laws and your parental rights, and any other other information that you should know about before making this important decision. You may be overwhelmed and possibly even more confused after looking at multiple adoption agencies' websites. We … [Read more...]
I’m 6 Months Pregnant and worried, what should I do?
If you are currently 6 months pregnant, and getting stressed about this new baby coming soon, that is completely normal! You are likely in the “honeymoon” phase of your pregnancy, morning sickness has hopefully slowed down, and you have more time to think about what the coming months will bring. This may get you worried about the sleepless nights, a crying baby, money, housing, childcare and how you might balance everything in your life. Below we will explain a bit more about what is coming … [Read more...]
Is Open Adoption Right for Me and My Baby?
How can I decide what type of adoption is best for me? If you are considering whether adoption might be the right choice for you and your baby, you might be thinking more about what adoption might look like for you and them in the future. If you choose to work with Open Arms Adoption, you are completely in control of your plan, and the type of adoption that works for you, should you choose to move forward. When you meet or talk on the phone with your Open Arms counselor, one of the topics we … [Read more...]
