If you are thinking about how to put a child up for adoption, you are, undoubtedly, facing one of the most difficult decisions of your life. You must wonder what your child’s future will look like if you decide to parent your child or give your child up for adoption. You may be asking yourself whether you will ever see them again, receive updates, or know how they’re doing as they grow if you proceed with an adoption plan.
These questions are completely natural. For many birth mothers, the fear of losing all contact with their child is one of the biggest concerns about adoption.
What many women don’t realize is that adoption today looks very different than it did in the past.
What Does It Mean to Place a Child for Adoption?
There is no single reason why someone chooses adoption, and there is no “right” timeline. Some women begin exploring adoption options early in pregnancy. Others make their decision weeks before delivery or even after their baby is born.
No matter where you are in the process, you deserve the chance to learn about your options and make a decision that feels right for you and the decision you believe is right for your precious baby.
Will I Ever Hear from My Child Again?
For many women, this is the question that matters most. The answer is often yes. Open adoption allows you to continue receiving updates and sharing in important milestones.
Depending on the relationship you build with the adoptive family, contact may include:
- Photos and written updates
- Emails or letters
- Phone calls
- In-person visits
Every adoption is unique. The level of communication depends on what feels comfortable for everyone involved and what is in the child’s best interests.
Choosing the Right Adoptive Family
For many birth mothers, finding the right family isn’t just about providing a loving home. It’s also about finding people who respect your wishes and are committed to maintaining future contact.
Finding a family whose values align with your hopes can bring comfort and confidence throughout the adoption process.
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
At Adoption Attorneys Loving Adoptions by Kirsh & Kirsh, P.C. (sometimes misspelled as “Kirsch & Kirsch”), we help expectant and birth mothers learn about their options without pressure or judgment. We believe every woman deserves accurate information, respectful support, and the ability to create an adoption plan that reflects her unique goals and wishes.
With more than 110 years of combined experience in adoption law, we are committed to helping women make informed decisions that feel right for them.
If you are considering adoption and have questions about staying connected with your child, we are here to help.
Call or text us anytime at 800-333-5736 or reach out by email, whatever feels most comfortable.
POSITIVE ADOPTION LANGUAGE DISCLAIMER:
Please understand that these blogs are written in a way to use language that people use when searching for help with their adoption plans. Unfortunately, while all of us understand what positive adoption language means, most expectant moms who come to us at first do not understand what that means. The most common search term on the Internet for pregnant moms is “How do I give up my baby for adoption.” If we do not include those words in our blog posts and instead put “How do I create an adoption plan for my baby,” then our website will not show up in most expectant moms’ search results in Google.