Who Chooses Adoption?
Women who want what’s best for their children. Every women is going through a unique situation and that’s why we offer adoption counseling and support. We understand that this is possibly the hardest decision of your life. That’s something that we don’t take lightly. We want you to carefully consider your options and feel comfortable in your choice.
Movie and TV coverage of adoption tend to be incorrect and filled with stereotypes. There is no typical woman who chooses adoption as a response to an unplanned pregnancy. Birth parents vary in age from the early teens to late thirties, and may be either married or single.
Why Choose Adoption?
Why does someone chose adoption for their child? The reasons vary but the common thread that links birthmothers together is an unplanned pregnancy. Reasons an expected mom or even a mom who has already had her baby choose adoption include, financial and emotional inability to care for the child, no support system, no support from the father, the desire for the child to have stability and a two parent home, a dangerous, unsafe home environment, mental health issues, substance use disorder, sexual assault, incarceration, homelessness, the inability to care for another child, and the concern that the child may end up in foster care. Every mom’s reason for placing a child for adoption is different and unique, just like them. The love they have for their child is undeniable, and they sacrifice their own heart, needs and desires for what they think is best for their child.
Finances
It is common for single, young women to consider adoption. Young women are often employed in entry level jobs or attending high school or college. Some women have children already and choose adoption due to finances.
No Support From the Father
Most of the time women have no emotional or financial support from the birth father. The relationship may have ended either before the pregnancy or shortly afterward.
Lack of Family Support
The idea of becoming a single parent may seem insurmountable. Especially, if there’s no emotional and practical support from family or friends.
Education and Career Goals
Parenting does create obstacles to completing education and career goals. Concerns over child care alone can be daunting.
Choosing a Better Life
Most women want a better life for their babies and for themselves so they consider adoption. For these women, choosing an adoption plan seems to be a responsible solution.
Bright Future
Choosing an adoption plan allows women to love and give the brightest future to her child. This also allows for her to maintain the freedom to pursue her own goals. Wise women choose adoption. Knowing that this choice gives three parties richer possibilities. Herself, the child and adoptive parents can all have a bright future.