What is Adoption?

Adoption is the permanent placement of your child with an adoptive family. Adoption is not giving up a baby.  Discovering you are pregnant is scary enough. If you know you are unable to parent the child, for any reason, adoption might be a great opportunity. If you are experiencing an unplanned or unexpected pregnancy, keep reading or contact Adoption Choices of Florida now.

Three Types of Adoption: open, semi-open, or closed 

• Open adoption is when both families have open communication. The adoptive family can meet the birth mother and choose how often visits are made. This way, you have the chance to see your child grow and still be a part of their life. 
• Semi-open adoption is when information is shared through a third-party agency, in this case, Adoption Choices of Florida. The birth mother can see the child through pictures or video calls can be set up. This is easier to plan than in-person visits if they live in another state. 
• Closed adoption is the last type. This is where no information is shared between families. We would choose the adoptive family for you. This option is for more private people or if you do not wish to have a relationship with the family nor child.

What do Birth Mothers look for in an Adoption Agency?

Adoption Choice of Florida is a private agency, and we offer private adoption services. Some of them are listed below.

1. Having a baby is expensive, but adoption is not. We can help you with financial services. We can also provide you with healthy and nutritional food to help you and your baby. Financial help can mean purchasing maternity clothing for you. This can cover transportation to get you to where you need. It can even be helping with phone services.
2. You shouldn’t have to worry about having a roof over your head during pregnancy. There are many reasons you might want safe housing. Your family could be abusive, or you might not have enough space. You could not have a current place to stay at. Whatever the case, we can provide safe, clean housing during your pregnancy. 
3. The most common concern with pregnancy is medical bills. The most important would be prenatal visits. This is to check up on the health of you and the baby. Creating a birth plan is also important so you can make decisions about the birth. Some decisions might be if you want medication, a c-section, and who you want there at the hospital. With Adoption Choices of Florida, we can help ensure you have high-quality care. 

How close is an Adoption Agency in Florida?

Sometimes, going a long way for a doctor is a deal breaker. With Adoption Choice of Florida, a local private agency, this is easy. We are located throughout Florida. Just look up adoption agencies near me to see our locations. We can be contacted about adoption in Gainesville, Jacksonville, Tampa, Miami – all over Florida! We can set an appointment somewhere comfortable, we can come to you, or you can come to us.

Do I Get Counseling When I Choose Adoption?

Pregnancy can be a rollercoaster of emotions. We’ll provide a counselor to give you advice and listen to your needs. Remember that giving up a baby for adoption does not mean you are giving up. You are giving them a chance at a better life.

Sometimes you want someone to listen without being judged. Our counselors are professionals and have experience dealing with people in similar situations. You won’t feel pressured or looked down on. It’s important to know that you are not alone. Even after birth, we will still be able to help you. The final decision to choose adoption is up to you. 

Florida Adoption Process

The adoption process doesn’t have to be scary. If you decide that parenting isn’t for you, then give the gift of a child to someone who can. Many amazing families are waiting for their chance to adopt!

If you are a pregnant woman in Florida considering adoption and have any questions or concerns about the adoption process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. For more information on adoption, visit us at Adoption Choices of Florida or call us at: (833) 352-3678, or text us at 904-559-1251

Content prepared by Andreia Pereira