An unexpected pregnancy during high school may feel like your world has turned upside down. You may be scared, confused, or unsure where to turn. However, we want you to know one crucial thing—many women have been in your shoes, and this is not the end. Even with a pregnancy, you can still pursue your
Adoption is a beautiful and loving decision for families. However, it can also be difficult on both parties, who often must deal with complex emotions. Parents could also experience negative emotions throughout the process, a gap in the adoption conversation that is often not addressed. If you’re looking to start the adoption process, it’s important
Don’t Be Scared By Adoption Fees “Why does adoption have to cost so much?” “We can’t adopt because we can’t afford the adoption fees!” We have heard these statements so many times. We have also heard, “It’s all about the money!” I can assure you for some agencies, it’s not ALL about the money. But,
Recently, as a staff, we created a Manifesto. What is a Manifesto? It is a “a public declaration of policy and aims.” New Life Adoptions Manifesto We believe life begins at conception, and that every child deserves a chance to live. We believe we should live in community, carrying the burdens of those God brings
In concluding our “Perspectives of Birth Moms” posts, I want to share some advice that birth moms have for adoptive families. “Give them time. Be supportive of their mental state.” There have been times when I have had birth moms initially say they want a closed adoption. However, once these moms have had time to
In continuing with our “Perspectives of Birth Moms” posts, Part 1 mentioned that there is a time of grieving for expectant moms after placement. What do we mean by grieving? The baby is still alive, yes, but birth parents are grieving the loss of what relationship they would have had with this child. At New
I recently conducted a survey for New Life’s birth moms, of the women who participated, all said that they have an open adoption with their child and/or their child’s adoptive family. They also all shared that they are happy with their level of openness, and wouldn’t want that to change. As one birth mom recalled,
Let’s explore some often heard myths…. 1) Open adoption is co-parenting. Myth. Especially with adoption agencies, there are well thought out policies and procedures that help define the openness within an adoption relationship. There are usually defined, intentional boundaries in place for all members of the triad (birth family, adoptive family and adoptee). In fact,
I know by the way you keep checking your phone. I know by the way you won’t join your family on that weekend trip, just in case. I know by the way you hesitate to take a day off of work. And I know by the empty nursery in your home. You are waiting. You
During counseling with expectant moms, the question sometimes arises…”Will my child resent me for choosing adoption?” Some expectant mothers assume their only options for their pregnancy are parenting or abortion. This sweet family recently shared their adoption story. Their 4 adopted children would say that life was the best gift given to them, and they