What You Need to Know about Choosing to Place Your Baby for Adoption in Oklahoma
As a birth mother, choosing to place your baby for adoption is one of the hardest decisions you will ever make. When you begin your adoption journey, you are embarking on a journey of love and loss. Therefore, it is completely natural for you to be hesitant when deciding what is best for you and your baby. However, choosing adoption for your baby does not make you weak. It is not the easy way out. Adoption is an emotional process that only the strongest women can endure.
Adoption is a Journey of Loss and Love
In our interview with adoption influencer Ligia Cushman, she notes that adoption begins with a loss. This idea of loss is true for both birth mothers and adoptive families. During the adoption process, birth mothers choose to place their child in the care of another family, which is often a very painful decision that will change their life forever. Likewise, many adoptive families who choose to expand their family via adoption have also endured some type of challenge.
However, adoption is also full of love. If you choose to place your baby for adoption, you are choosing to place their needs above your own, which is the most selfless thing you could do. Choosing to place your baby for adoption does not mean that they are unwanted or unloved. If you choose a semi-open or open adoption, you still have the opportunity to be part of their life. Additionally, we guarantee that your child’s adoptive family will love him or her with their whole heart.
You are in Control of Your Adoption Journey
If you decide to place your baby for adoption and work with an Adoption Choices of Oklahoma, you will be in complete control of your adoption journey. Our adoption caseworkers and the rest of our adoption staff will be completely in your corner no matter what you decide.
When you create an adoption plan, you will have the option to choose a wide variety of things. You can control who your baby’s adoptive family is, whether or not you want an open adoption and who you want in the delivery room with you. Remember, only you know what is best for your baby. The possibilities are endless!
You are Not Alone in Your Adoption Journey
Every day more and more women become birth mothers. You are not alone. Adoption Choices of Oklahoma has worked with many women from various situations. We understand the emotional impact of adoption and are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, after your baby is born, your adoption caseworker can recommend some post-placement support resources and will continue to support you as you heal.
Choosing to Place Your Baby for Adoption with Adoption Choices of Oklahoma
Are you debating whether or not placing your baby for adoption is the best thing for you? Don’t be afraid to reach out – we are here to help. Our qualified staff is ready to answer any questions you have and is ready to support you throughout your adoption journey.
Adoption Choices of Oklahoma is a private adoption agency, licensed by the state of Oklahoma and 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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Meet the Author: Grace Myers is a sophomore digital media major at North Greenville University. She loves writing and hopes to pursue a career in journalism or public relations after graduating.
An adoptee herself, Grace is passionate about writing for adoption. She especially loves hearing adoption stories and getting to know a variety of people.
