I’ve Delivered

Can I still choose adoption after the baby is born? Yes, you can and we can help.

HELP FOR YOU’RE CONSIDERING ADOPTION AND YOU’VE ALREADY DELIVERED

ADOPTION COUNSELING

You may have already been thinking about adoption, or you may not have made any decisions at all. Either way, one of our counselors will meet with you to explain the adoption process, what open adoption means, and discuss your options.

FAMILY MATCHING

You want a safe, loving home for your child and with open adoption, you get to select the family that will parent your child. When you meet with the adoption counselor, you’ll be able to look through profile books from waiting families that match what you’re looking for.

ONGOING SUPPORT

Even if your relationship with Adoption Advocates started after you gave birth, it doesn’t end there. We know that placing your baby for adoption comes with some difficult emotions and will continue to provide counseling and support at no cost, for as long as you need.

Ask Your First Question Now. Call (512) 477-1122.

How to Place Your Baby for Adoption If You’ve Already Delivered

If you’re contacting an adoption agency for the first time after you’ve delivered, the process will move faster, but you’ll still be able to make the same choices – including choosing the family and deciding how much contact you’d like after placement.

CONTACT US

Call (512) 477-1122 or text (512) 656-5560 to get started. If you’re still in the hospital, you can also ask the hospital’s social worker to reach out to Adoption Advocates, if that’s easier.

MEET WITH A COUNSELOR

An experienced adoption caseworker will meet with you as soon as possible – usually within a few hours. After learning more about adoption, you’ll decide if you want to move forward with placing your baby for adoption.

CHOOSE A FAMILY

Your counselor will provide profile books of adoptive families for you to look through. If you do not want to choose the family, we can select for you based on any preferences you indicate.

TAKE YOUR NEXT STEPS

If you’re sure about adoption and it’s been at least 48 hours since the baby was born, you’ll sign the relinquishment papers. Placement with your chosen adoptive family will happen immediately.

The adoption process moves quickly after a baby is born, and 48 hours may not be enough time for you to make a decision. If you need more time, we can arrange for short-term interim care after your baby is released from the hospital. You’ll be able to continue exploring your options and spend time with your baby before you make a final decision.

After placement, your caseworker will continue to meet with you to provide counseling and support services.