Adoption answers for birthmothers seeking adoption

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Frequently Asked Questions:

How can adoption be good for my baby and me?

If you are not ready to parent, you can still give your baby the gift of life by choosing adoption. You can plan your baby's future by selecting a stable, loving family to care for your baby. At birth you can see your baby, name your baby, love your baby. If you so choose, you can get updates on your child's progress. Finally, you avoid the trauma and heartbreak of an abortion. You can be proud of your decision for adoption.

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Can I choose a family for my baby?

Yes! At Link you can choose a family from profiles of adoptive couples screened by Link who have been waiting to become parents.

How much contact can I have with my baby?

You may have as much contact with your baby at the hospital as is comfortable for you. You can choose an open adoption that allows for ongoing visits, or you can choose a less open adoption in which your updates come through letters and pictures. Adoptive families respect your need to know that your child is well cared for.

How soon after the birth can my baby go to the parents I choose?

This depends on three factors:

* your choice of when this should happen
* the legal aspects of the adoption
* the cooperation of the birth father

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How much will my child know about me?

We encourage you to pass your medical and social history on to your child. You may choose to share your identity and where you live with the adoptive parents. Or, if you have an open adoption, your child and adoptive family can have ongoing access to you and what's happening in your life.

Does the father have any rights?

The birth father's rights are equal to yours. If you disagree on adoption or you no longer have a relationship with him, an attorney will work with the court to determine if his rights can be terminated.

Can my child find me if he or she wants to search someday?

If you choose to have an open file adoption, your child will have access to your identity. If you choose closed adoption, your identity will be anonymous.

How can I be sure my child will not be neglected or abused?

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Adoptive families must pass a homestudy and must meet standards set by the state. In an open adoption, you will see for yourself how well your child is cared for and how much your child is loved.

Do I need an attorney?

You do not need an attorney, and there are no costs to you. The adoptive family or agency involved will handle all the legal details on your behalf.

When does placement take place?

Many birth mothers want their baby placed by the time they leave the hospital. Some prefer to place their baby in interim care while they think through their adoption decision.

We know your decision is not an easy one to make. We will continue to be available to you for as long as you so choose.

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