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Open Adoption
The thought of planning an adoption for your baby may be a scary, but if you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, adoption may offer a way to put off parenting while still giving a child the gift of life. Understanding adoption may be an important part of making sure you have taken a good look at all your options as you consider how best to deal with an unexpected pregnancy. The pregnancy & Resource centre offers a confidential place for you to explore quality information about this option.
Many women that have decided on an open adoption option plan as the best choice for them have given these reasons for their decision:
1. I am not ready to parent right now; my baby can't wait for me to be ready.
2. I have tasks and dreams of my own to accomplish; I want my child to be proud of who I am.
3. I want my child to have a mom and a dad, 24/7.
4. I do not have enough of a support system in my life right now to help me parent.
5. I want my child to have a better life than what I can provide for him/her right now.
6. I want to break the connection between myself and the birth-father.
7. I don't have a partner to share in the responsibilities of raising my child.
If you are not in a position to parent your child right now, you may have many questions about what adoptions look like today.
- What is an "open" adoption?
- Can I choose the family that I would like to place my baby with?
- Can I have contact with my child after he/she is adopted?
- What if I place my baby for adoption and change my mind?
- How can I know my child will be happy later in life?
In a confidential appointment you can learn more information and explore this option further.
The decision to place your child for adoption can be made anytime during your pregnancy or even after your baby is born.
Placing a child in an adoptive family can be an emotionally difficult choice. If you choose an open adoption, you can expect to experience some symptoms of grief. We recognize the importance of your emotional well being and are there to support you in your choice. One of our caring and dedicated team members will assist you as you move forward with confidence knowing you have made a personal choice that is good for both you and your baby.
The Pregnancy & Resource Centre recognizes the validity of adoption as one alternative to abortion, but is not biased toward adoption when compared to other life-affirming alternatives. We are not an adoption agency.