Adoption

Amber1 stared blankly at her bedroom wall, trying to figure everything out. She felt all alone. Why did she have to be pregnant? She was still in high school. What was she going to do? As her pregnancy progressed, she considered her options. Amber started…

Vanessa1 sobbed as she held the positive pregnancy test in her trembling fingers. Her life was over. Abortion crossed her mind as the only way out. She scheduled the first available appointment at her local clinic. When she walked from her car to the building’s…

Many women who consider adoption find it helpful to make a list of the qualities they'd like to see in their baby's adoptive parents. Start out with your must-haves: the traits that are most important to you.

Hands trembling, Ashley looked down at the pregnancy test. The tiny blue “plus” sign appeared, and her heart sank. She was a junior in college, with big plans for grad school after. Her five-year plan sure didn’t involve having a baby! After much thought and…

After you have chosen the option of adoption, you may ask yourself, “How do I decide which adoption plan is best for me?” Each plan, whether it be open, semi-open, or closed,1 has its own set of pros and cons. First, you need to decide…

Adoption is a hopeful option for an unplanned pregnancy. If you don’t feel ready to parent a child, it provides the opportunity to find a safe, loving home for your baby. Choosing adoption is a courageous decision! It is a beautiful evidence of your love.…

It can be overwhelming to find yourself in an unplanned pregnancy. Your future may appear ruined, leaving you feeling alone and confused. Take a deep breath and understand that you don’t have to rush to a conclusion regarding a pregnancy plan. There are pregnancy options…