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13 Weeks Pregnant – Now What?

You’ve Completed Your First Trimester, Now What? The 13th week of your pregnancy is an important week that signifies you are leaving your first trimester and entering your second trimester. This is the vital point when the chances of having a miscarriage decrease. The 13th week is one that holds a lot of changes for […]

The Sixteenth Week of Pregnancy

You’re 16 Weeks Pregnant, Now What? 16 weeks is the week during the second trimester when your baby will begin to develop his or her facial expressions and their central nervous system will grow. Baby now weighs around 2.5 ounces and is about the size of an avocado. A lot of women start to feel […]

How Do I Find a Family to Adopt My Child?

How Do Find a Family to Adopt My Child? Many expectant mothers choose private adoption over abortion as they choose to respect the life inside their womb but find they aren’t in a position to parent at this time in their life or their situation forces them to explore their options. Women who choose adoption […]

An Ocean of Fears

Navigating the sea of communication can feel like treading unknown waters between hopeful adoptive parents and expectant mothers. The initial phone call can seem scary at first, but also exciting. The same feelings someone feels when preparing for a job interview or giving a speech can induce the same type of emotional anxiety when it […]

Do I have to do counseling?

No, counseling is HIGHLY recommended, but is not mandatory. You can see a counselor of your choice or a counselor that is recommended for you. Counseling is available for both during your pregnancy and after your delivery at no cost to you. It is important to consider the need for emotional healing in adoption, even […]

What about the birth father?

While it is always better for the birth father to be involved, we understand that this isn’t always possible. The father does have certain legal rights dependent upon the laws in your home state. Your counselor, attorney or agency can talk with you about all the options available.

Why Choose Adoption over Abortion?

Many expectant mothers choose private newborn over abortion as they choose to respect the life inside their womb but find they aren’t in a position to parent at this time in their life or their situation forces them to explore their options. Women who choose adoption for their child might begin by looking online for […]