We understand this can be a difficult time for you. You are very brave and selfless for thinking about adoption for your child. We realize that it is normal for you to doubt and to wonder if you are making the right choice. Everyone has doubts when they make important decisions. Deciding between parenting and adoption (and for some abortion) is a very big decision, each with a very different outcome.
This is your decision - no one can or should make this decision for you. You have to do what is best for your baby. We are simply here to give you the resources and support needed should you choose to make an adoption plan through Christian Adoption Services. All of our services to you are free and confidential.
If you make the choice to allow us to help you make an adoption plan, we will come alongside of you and help you every step of the way.
¿Tiene preguntas sobre cómo podría ser? A continuación se encuentran algunas de nuestras preguntas más frecuentes, pero siempre puede llamarnos al 888-297-4108. Atenderemos su llamada las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana.
Haga clic en los botones a continuación para ir a esa sección, o siga desplazándose para obtener más información sobre nuestros servicios.
El Proceso de Adopción
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El contacto se realiza con Christian Adoption Services solicitando servicios (en CUALQUIER momento durante el embarazo o después). A menos que ya haya dado a luz, se hará una cita para que un coordinador de adopción doméstica se reúna con usted en un lugar neutral cerca de usted, en una oficina local o virtualmente. Queremos que se sienta cómoda para que el método y la ubicación de la reunión sea su elección. Christian Adoption Services se encuentra y tiene licencia en Carolina del Norte y Carolina del Sur.
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La reunión inicial ocurrirá con usted. La atención prenatal se programará si aún no está recibiendo atención (se solicitará Medicaid si es necesario). Se harán referencias para servicios adicionales como vivienda / cuidado materno en el hogar, alimentos y ropa de maternidad si es necesario. También podrás decidir el nivel de “apertura” en el cual se sienta cómoda: cerrado (no tiene actualizaciones ni veras al bebé), semiabierto (recibe fotos y cartas continuas sobre el bebé a través de nuestra oficina) o completamente abierto (tiene la información de contacto de la familia adoptiva y puede ocurrir contacto directo y visitas).
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El proceso legal con respecto a los padres biológicos / legales difiere en Carolina del Norte y del Sur. Su coordinador de adopción nacional escuchará su situación específica y le explicará los pasos que se tomarán. Aunque esta parte de la adopción puede ser estresante para las mujeres embarazadas, no se preocupe. Su coordinador la ayudará a través del proceso completo. Si el padre biológico es desconocido, eso no es un problema, podremos trabajar con usted.
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Si lo desea, usted puede seleccionar una familia adoptiva para su hijo aproximadamente a los 7 meses de embarazo. Esta selección se realiza mirando los álbumes de perfil creados por posibles familias adoptivas. Puede elegir conocer a la familia que seleccione. (Aún puede seleccionar a la familia adoptiva y conocerlos incluso si ya ha dado a luz). Si no desea seleccionar una familia, la agencia lo emparejará con una posible pareja adoptiva según sus preferencias.
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Se desarrollará un plan hospitalario personalizado con usted, como ¿a quién quiere en el hospital? ¿Quieres pasar tiempo con el bebé? ¿Nombrar al bebé? ¿Comprar una vestimenta especial para el bebé? ¿Quieres que el bebé se vaya a casa con la posible familia adoptiva directamente desde el hospital? Cada hospital tiene sus propias políticas, pero su coordinador de adopción doméstica se comunicará con su hospital de parto y le guiará a través de este proceso.
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Usted da a luz al niño y su coordinador de adopción doméstica de Christian Adoption Services le visitara en el hospital para brindarle apoyo. La documentación legal se firma después de que nazca el niño (normalmente al día siguiente).
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Se le ofrece apoyo continuo todo el tiempo que sea necesario (retiros, una página privada de Facebook con otras madres biológicas). Mire las fotos de retiros anteriores a continuación.
Types of Adoption
Open Adoption
In an open adoption, the birth parents can choose and meet the adoptive family from our approved waiting families. The adoptive family and the birth family share information openly and can stay in direct contact after placement. The openness is personalized to fit your desire but typically includes regular updates through texts, phone calls, face time, etc. and can include face-to-face visits if you would like.
SEMI-Open Adoption
In a semi-open adoption, birth parents can choose and meet the adoptive family from our approved waiting families but identifying information such as address and phone numbers are not shared. The adoptive family sends regular updates and pictures to the birth family. In this arrangement, the agency serves as the mediator for any contact. The birth family can also send letters and special gifts but is not obligated to do so.
Closed Adoption
It’s called a closed adoption because the birth family decides they do not want contact with the adoptive family or child. In this arrangement, the baby would be placed with an approved waiting adoptive family that Christian Adoption Services chooses for you. However, if at any time the birth family decides they would like to receive updates, they can.
If you have questions or are unsure of which type of adoption is best for you and your child, our adoption coordinators can walk you through each option to help you make the most informed decision.
Contáctanos
ESTAMOS AQUÍ PARA USTED 24/7.
¿Está considerando dar a su hijo en adopción? Estamos aquí.
Teléfono: 1 (888) 297-4108 (línea directa en español 24/7)
Email: pregnant@christianadopt.org
En ingles: 1 (800) 453-1011
Nuestros Servicios Incluyen:
Consejeros calificados y atentos ubicados en NC y SC que pueden reunirse con usted en el lugar que elija
Mentores de madres biológicas disponibles mientras toma decisiones
Sin presión ni obligación
Hogares para todos los bebés sin importar la exposición prenatal a sustancias o la raza
Hogares disponibles para recién nacidos hasta los 5 años, incluidos grupos de hermanos
Apoyo continuo y consejería gratis
Referencias para atención prenatal
Asistencia/referencias para gastos de vida
Fotos y cartas para 18 años, si lo desea
Retirada anual de madres biológicas
Si te enfrentas a un embarazo no planificado, puedes solicitar información gratuita y sin obligación de proceder con el proceso de adopción. Un coordinador de adopción se pondrá en contacto para responder a sus preguntas individuales y le informará cómo nuestra agencia puede ayudarlo.
Complete este formulario y alguien se comunicará con usted PRONTO.
If you are a hopeful adoptive family interested in learning more about our adoption programs, please use this form to contact us!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose the family?
Absolutely! Christian Adoption Services believes you should be in the driver’s seat! All of our waiting families are ready to take on the responsibility of parenting your child. You can view their profiles here.
Do you help with living & medical expenses?
As a licensed agency, we are allowed by law to help with medical and reasonable living expenses related to your pregnancy. Please contact your caseworker if you have questions about your expenses.
Does the birth father have rights?
We are happy to involve the birth father in the process if he would like to be involved. However, if he doesn't want to be involved or doesn't want to cooperate, we can still work with you. Often, if the two of you are not married, or he has not supported you emotionally or financially during your pregnancy, his consent may not even be needed. Each case needs to be evaluated individually to discern what rights, if any, he may have. If his identity is unknown, we can still help you make an adoption plan. If your baby was conceived as the result of a rape, consent of the father is not necessary. Your family does not have legal rights to your baby and cannot make decisions for you. It is important for you to have support from those who love and care about you, but ultimately it is you who has to make good decisions for the future of you and your baby. Your caseworker will help guide you through this process with care and sensitivity.
Does it cost me anything?
All of our agency’s birth parent services are Free and Confidential, and there is absolutely no cost to you to make an adoption plan.
How much will my child know about me?
That depends on the level of openness that you choose. In choosing open adoption, you will share full identity with the adoptive family and have regular, direct contact. In a semi-open adoption, pictures/updates are sent by the adoptive family to the agency and forwarded to you. If you choose a closed adoption, contact information is not shared and updates will not be sent to you unless you request so.
What if my baby has a medical condition?
No matter your baby’s medical diagnosis, we have waiting families that are ready to care for a child that may have some challenges ahead. Our agency is dedicated to serving all children! We also have waiting, approved families for every race child.
Can I choose my hospital experience?
While in the hospital you can have as much or as little contact with the baby as you desire. During your pregnancy, you can personalize a hospital plan that will best meet your needs. Your adoption coordinator can communicate your wishes to hospital staff before birth.
How soon will my child go to the adoptive family?
Your baby can be placed directly with the adoptive couple you’ve selected the day of discharge from the hospital, so there is no need for foster care.
How do I know my child will be cared for?
Families seeking to adopt through Christian Adoption Services must meet the agency’s standards. The agency completes a thorough assessment of each potential adoptive family prior to receiving placement of a child. Before the adoption has been finalized, a social worker will make home visits with the baby and family. These visits are to assure the child’s well-being.
Can my child find me?
North Carolina law currently states that a child has the right to contact the agency after the age of 18 for information about his/her adoption. However, you have to mutually agree before the agency can release your identifying information. Also, a consideration is that more adoptees are locating their birth relatives through the use of technology and the advancement of DNA.
