3 Options For Oklahoma Birth Mothers Experiencing An Unplanned Pregnancy

By Xihan Sun

If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, what are your options? Facing an unplanned pregnancy can be an energy-consuming process, but you always have options. It is common for first-time birth mothers to feel lost and confused when dealing with an unplanned pregnancy. Adoption Choices of Oklahoma wants to help you with any problems you may encounter throughout the adoption process. We want to introduce three options for you if you are experiencing an unintended pregnancy. 

1. Parenting Your Child

While your pregnancy can be unexpected, you can always raise your child. Every birth mother is different, and it is possible that you are ready to have your child. You should examine your financial and living circumstances before deciding to raise your child. Parenting your own child can create warm memories, but it is also a huge responsibility. Therefore, it is important to carefully consider if your current situation is suitable for raising a child. 

2. Terminating Your Pregnancy

It is also common for birth mothers to terminate their pregnancies. It is a big decision for birth mothers because there is no turning back once done. While abortion was still available in Oklahoma before, a new bill banning abortion in Oklahoma was implemented around May 2022. This means no abortion is legal in Oklahoma besides in specific situations such as rape, medical emergencies, incest, etc. If the listed specific situations don’t apply to you, abortion will not be a viable option for you. Your options will be parenting your child and giving the baby up for adoption. 

3. Placing Your Baby For Adoption

As a common choice for birth mothers facing unexpected pregnancies, adoption is a great option. We understand that discovering an unintended pregnancy can be overwhelming. Parenting your child may not be your option as you may not be prepared both physically and mentally. Consequently, putting your child up for adoption becomes the obvious option. 

Choosing Adoption is a selfless act because you are giving your child a better life in your own way. Adoption Choices of Oklahoma is here to help you with your adoption! We have various services here to provide more comfort for your adoption process. Our staff force consists of professional adoption specialists who will provide essential support and counseling for you. The counseling service will last through your pregnancy because we want to make sure you are in good care. 

We will also help you make your adoption plan. Your adoption plan includes multiple steps and details that you and we will go through together. Your adoption counselor will assist you and provide suggestions for you while making certain adoption decisions. These decisions include the type of adoption, choosing the adoptive family, the contact level with your child, etc. Here are a few steps for you to carry out your adoption plan. 

Step I: Contact Adoption Choices of Oklahoma and Create an Adoption Plan

If you are considering pursuing a private adoption, it is time for you to contact us! We will assign a counselor who will help you throughout your pregnancy and up to eight weeks after your delivery. You can consult your counselor about any questions you may have about how to put a child up for adoption. You will make an adoption plan that is best for you. 

Step II: Making Essential Decisions

Your adoption will proceed based on your adoption plan. After we make sure you are taken care of, we can start assisting you through some decisions. First, you will decide how open you want your adoption relationship with your child and the adoptive family. There are three types of adoption, and you will choose the one that fits your personal situation. You will then select the adoptive family for your child. Don’t worry. We will screen the best candidates based on your requirements. 

Step III: Finalizing the Adoption Plan and Move On With Your Life

After making the decisions with your adoption plan, it is time to complete your adoption! Your main task at this point is to stay healthy and maintain a positive mood. It is understandable to feel grief after the adoption, and we will be there with you to deal with it. We will continue to help you after your delivery to make sure you get back on your feet. 

Giving a Baby Up For Adoption is Always Possible

Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy is a complex and challenging process. We want to help Oklahoma birth mothers with this beautiful process and help make the adoption process easier. Placing your baby for adoption is always an option in Oklahoma, and you can find information about Tulsa adoption agencies. Feel free to contact Adoption Choices of Oklahoma for support if you need assistance with adoption in Oklahoma!  

Adoption Choices of Oklahoma is a private adoption agency licensed by the state of Oklahoma and a leader in the adoption community. We have been assisting birth parents, children, and adoptive families in Oklahoma for over 19 years. Our staff members are committed to providing an ethical, empowering, and personalized adoption experience to all involved in the adoption process. If you are currently in the process of adopting a baby and have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us.

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