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6 Questions to Consider Before Giving Your Child Up for Adoption
If you're thinking about putting your child up for adoption in Arizona, you may be feeling a little confused or overwhelmed by the process. It's a good idea to begin the process by familiarizing yourself with the Arizona adoption process itself. Once you have an idea of how adoption works, here are a few questions you may wish to ask yourself before you begin.
Question 1: Agency, Attorney, or Go It Alone?
There are many places where you can turn to get help and services during the Arizona child adoption process. Unfortunately, many women do not realize where to get help, or think that the only place they can turn is to an adoption agency which may not have their best interest at heart. You should know that you do not have to do this alone. An agency can, and will help you with this. But if you feel that an adoption agency isn't welcoming or accepting enough, if you need someone who will have you and your baby's best interest at heart, you should turn to an adoption attorney to support you and protect your rights during the Arizona child adoption process.
Question 2: Should I See A Councilor?
The Arizona child adoption process provides counseling to birthmothers for free. Before you speak with an adoption agency or attorney, it is best to speak to a counselor. Putting your baby up for adoption isn't a simple or easy decision. There are a lot of factors to consider and you are likely to feel confused, conflicted or afraid while considering this decision. When you're feeling scared and confused about what to do, counselors can help you understand your emotions and figure out what would be best for both you and your child.
Adoption agencies will help you connect with an adoption councilor. Or you can choose to turn to an adoption attorney like Kerry B. Moore. While Kerry is not a councilor herself, she will help you find a good counselor that will support you in your time of need and is always available to speak with you herself and provide the information, help and support you need to make the right decision for you and your baby.
Question 3: Can I Afford Medical Care?
The answer to this question is yes! The most important thing right now is the health of you and your baby. There is no reason for you to be worried about whether or not you can afford the medical care you need. Arizona child adoption laws provide a wealth of free services to you. Birthmothers who are putting their children up for adoption in Arizona no longer have to worry about medical expenses. All pre-natal and hospital care is covered by the adoptive parents. Living and transportation expenses are also taken care of, so you don't have to worry whether or not you can pay rent or make it to the doctor's office for your appointments.
Question 4: Do I Want to Choose My Baby's New Parents?
You have the right to be involved in the choice of which family your child is adopted by. While some adoption agencies consider the adoptive family first in their decisions, an adoption attorney will always protect your rights and those of your baby. When it comes time to choose your child's new adoptive parents, Kerry B. Moore will work with you, going over a list of biographies until you find one you feel comfortable with. She is an expert when it comes to Arizona child adoptions, helping over 60 birthmothers a year find good homes for their babies. Every adoptive parent has undergone rigorous screening and will offer nothing but the best care for your child.
Question 5: How Involved Do I Want to Be With My Baby's New Life?
You also have options when it comes to how much contact you will have with your child as he or she grows up. Arizona child adoptions include both open and closed adoptions. With open adoptions, you have the choice to keep in contact with your child with letters and pictures. You can speak directly to the adoptive parents over the phone, and even meet them after the birth of your baby. Or, if you don't want them to know anything about you, you can choose a closed adoption. Only medical and other non-identifying records can then be shared with the adoptive parents and your child, should the need arise.
Question 6: What If I Change My Mind After My Baby Is Born?
Even after months of certainty and preparation, once your baby is born, you might change your mind. Because of this, no papers will be signed and no final decisions made until three days after your child is born. Once the papers are signed though, the decision is irreversible, so it's important that you've prepared and are comfortable with your decision.
Even if you're not sure whether or not you want to put your baby up for adoption, talk to a counselor about your situation. No one will judge or criticize you, and no one will pressure you into making a decision you're uncomfortable with. The choice to put your child up for adoption is yours to make. If you're ready to take the first steps to make sure this is the right decision for you and your baby, call Kerry B. Moore today.
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