For Expectant Mothers
Birth Mother FAQ
Questions we hear from birth mothers every day, answered with honesty, not sales talk.
Decisions and Support
Is adoption the right choice for me?+
Only you can answer that, and you don't have to decide today. Our counselors offer confidential, no-pressure conversations so you can explore your options at your own pace.
Do I have to decide right now?+
No. Every conversation with our counselors is confidential and without obligation.
Can I change my mind?+
Yes, you have at least until the time you sign the voluntary relinquishment.
Process
How does the adoption process work for birth mothers?+
Five steps: (1) start a conversation, (2) create your adoption plan, (3) choose an adoptive family, (4) prepare for placement, (5) post-placement support.
How do I choose an adoptive family?+
You browse home-study-approved family profiles and decide who matches your values. Take your time; there's no right or wrong choice.
What happens at the hospital?+
You are in charge. Your hospital plan, who is there, who holds the baby first, how discharge works, is your plan.
Legal and Rights
Do I get my own attorney?+
Yes. You receive independent legal counsel at no cost. Your attorney represents your interests, not the agency's.
What about the birth father?+
Utah maintains a putative father registry. Your attorney walks you through notice requirements and how they apply to your situation.
Can I still have contact with my child after placement?+
Yes, if you choose open or semi-open adoption. Most adoptions today include some level of ongoing contact.
Financial
Does it cost anything to place a baby for adoption?+
No. All services to birth parents seeking adoption are confidential and at no cost. Support for birth parents seeking adoption may be provided as allowed by state law.
What kind of support may be available?+
Support for birth parents seeking adoption may be provided as allowed by state law. All services to birth parents seeking adoption are confidential and at no cost. Depending on your actual expenses and the state law that applies, support may include adoption-related expenses, including adoption pregnancy-related expenses, counseling, transportation, housing help, utilities, grocery needs, and adoption-related legal fees as permitted by state law.
Do I have to live in Utah to work with you?+
No. We help birth moms in many states. Out-of-state placements are coordinated through the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC). Adoption laws vary by state, so a free consultation is the best way to understand what is possible where you live.
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