You are not alone
Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming, but please know that you are never alone. Choosing adoption is not about giving up your child, but instead, it is a profoundly selfless and loving decision that puts your child’s future first. We understand that this journey can be emotional and complex, and we want to walk alongside you every step of the way, providing you with compassionate guidance and unwavering support.
Making an adoption plan is an important decision. This is a very sensitive and difficult time for you, and you may have lots of questions. We have extensive experience in working with expectant parents. We can offer a supportive environment and unbiased advice as to whether adoption is right for you. We can point out the pros and cons of different types of adoption and work with you to select a Virginia adoption agency or locate adoptive parents for an open adoption. We will advise you about Virginia adoption law. We will help you understand the legal rights of the father of the child and how to move an adoption plan forward. We will do everything possible to give you a smooth experience at the hospital. We will represent you through the entrustment process and in any Virginia court appearance.
Open Adoption: A connection that grows over time
Open adoption creates a bridge between you and the adoptive family, fostering relationships and communication that allow you to be part of your child’s life as they grow. This option gives you the opportunity to see your child thrive and be involved in their journey, offering peace of mind as you build an enduring connection with the adoptive family. You are in control every step of the way, and our caseworkers will help you design an adoption plan that honors your wishes and needs. Choosing the adoptive family for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. You have the chance to connect with families who are eager to welcome a child into their hearts and home.
Semi-Open Adoption: A space for privacy with a heartfelt connection
In a semi-open adoption, you will have indirect communication with your child’s adoptive family. You can review profiles of waiting families and choose one that resonates with your values and wishes. Semi-open adoption allows you to maintain privacy while still being a part of your child’s journey from afar.
Closed Adoption: A space for privacy with a heartfelt connection
For some birth mothers, a closed adoption offers a sense of closure, with no direct contact between the birth and adoptive families. This option allows you to move forward with confidence, knowing that you made the best choice for your child.
"Before I made the decision to choose adoption, I felt scared, unsure, and overwhelmed. But looking back, I realize that it was one of the bravest and most selfless choices I've ever made.
I wanted to give my child the best possible life, a life at the time I simply didn’t have the means to provide. Adoption was a way for me to do that.
Seeing the joy and love that my child brings to their adoptive family is fulfilling enough, but to then see the way my child has thrived, in every aspect of their life, as a result of that home gives me immeasurable peace.
I want other teens in my situation to know that choosing adoption is a brave and loving decision. It's not giving up; it’s actually the opposite, it's giving life. It's giving a child the chance to thrive and have a happy, stable home.
If I could go back, I would make the same decision all over again. Choosing adoption was a difficult but ultimately rewarding experience that has brought so much joy to not only to my child and their adoptive family, but to me and my family."
– Anonymous
Expectant Parent Services
Unbiased advice about your options
Guidance in locating prospective adoptive parents
Referrals for counseling and other services
Advice on notification and consent requirements for birth fathers
Help you craft an open adoption plan
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