Adoption
Today, all adoption decisions are made by the birth mother (and father if he’s available). You are in complete control. You decide who the adoptive family will be, what type of home life you want for your child, and how often (if at all) you want to communicate with them.
Is Adoption Right for You?
Only you truly know your life situation and what brought you here, and only you can decide if adoption is the best choice for you and your child.
By law, no one can force you to make an adoption plan. In Ohio, you cannot consent to the adoption before 72 hours have passed after the birth of your child. At any point, you are free to change your mind before giving consent.
Why do women choose adoption?
Motherhood looks different for every woman. Choosing adoption doesn’t mean you’re no longer a mother. It means you’ve chosen others to parent your child.
The Adoption Process
Your first step is to find an agency, lawyer, or other adoption specialists to work with. We can provide you with trusted referrals. A professional adoption coordinator will understand Ohio law and be able to explain the process to you fully. You should never be asked to pay anything for their services.
Learn More
Adoption, like all of your options, is not an easy decision to make. It is courageous, hard, selfless, and difficult all at the same time. We’re happy to share more adoption information, resources, and referrals with you.
No matter what you choose for your unexpected pregnancy, we remain committed to seeing the best for your life.