In 2019, there were 179,871 live births to mothers between the ages of 15 and 19. Of these, roughly 85 percent were not planned – and an unplanned pregnancy can be a scary time for any mother, let alone a… Read More
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Adoption Counseling Services in Maryland
A birth mother’s decision to create an adoption plan is never an easy one. However, “many birth parents are able to reconcile the loss and make peace with the decision,” according to the Child Welfare Information Gateway. But it can… Read More
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How to Create an Adoption Plan in Maryland
An unplanned pregnancy can be tough, especially if you are not in a place in life where raising a child is really feasible. So, you may be considering creating an adoption plan, but are unsure what to do first. This… Read More
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Why Would I Choose Open Adoption?
When crafting her adoption plan, you have a very important decision to make about your future. Where do you fit in your child’s life? It can be difficult looking that far into the future, but there are generally three options… Read More
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Communicating Your Adoption Plan to the Hospital
The birth of a child requires a lot of forethought on the part of the mother. You should think about what you want from this experience. What is your birth plan (and adoption plan)? While some things may be out… Read More
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What Will They Ask Me When Creating an Adoption Plan?
After weighing your options and deciding adoption is the best choice for both you and your child, it is time to start outlining your preliminary adoption plan. We say preliminary adoption plan because it is important to understand that creating… Read More
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I Just Learned My Daughter Is Pregnant. What Should I Do?
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear at Adoption Makes Family comes from parents who learn that their daughter is pregnant – “What should I do?” How Can I Help My Daughter? We understand that learning about your… Read More
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Can the Birth Mother Change Her Mind about Adoption?
One of the questions we are asked quite often by both biological and adoptive parents is whether or not birth mothers can change their mind about adoption. And the answer is YES. It is important to remember that an adoption… Read More
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What is an Adoption Plan?
An unplanned pregnancy can be a stressful time, especially if you are not in a place in life where raising a child is part of your future plans. You undoubtedly have a million thoughts running through your mind. Am I… Read More
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How a Birth Mother Can Choose Adoption Openness
As a birth mother, one of the biggest decisions you make after choosing adoption “when envisioning your child’s life is where you fit,” says Haley Kirkpatrick, Adoption.com. Do you see yourself in contact with your child? Do you meet in… Read More