WELCOME TO ADOPTION 101
Becoming a birth mother is neither easy nor simple. It’s scary and hard and extremely brave. At A Guardian Angel Adoptions we truly honor the sacrifice of all birth moms—YOU are our #1 priority when you are in our care.
WHAT IS ADOPTION?
Adoption is a very loving and selfless decision a woman makes when she is faced with an unplanned pregnancy and isn’t in a place to safely and securely raise the child. She works with our friendly and knowledgeable staff (most of whom are birth mothers or adoptive mothers themselves) to find the right family for her baby. Shortly after birth the baby is placed with their new family and their new journey begins!
SHANTELL’S STORY
Shantell was a young mother, living in a homeless shelter, in a toxic relationship, her two boys living with her parents. Learning she was pregnant with another child wasn’t exactly good news. But she knew that she wanted to give her child a chance and that’s when she found A Guardian Angel Adoptions. Listen to her story now:
At A Guardian Angel Adoptions the Birth Mother is our highest priority. In addition to the very basic human needs: a safe, clean home, nutritious food to eat, and even small luxuries like adequate every day needs, our goal is that every birth mom receive continuous health care, mental health support, helpful legal advice and guidance, and even help with continuing your education. We are here to support you in every single facet of your life during and shortly after your pregnancy and placement.
A Guardian Angel Adoptions will provide all birth mothers the following during pregnancy and shortly after placement:
We provide you with safe, clean housing, allowing you to focus on being and staying healthy for your pregnancy
We have wonderful mental health specialists that talk you through what adoption really means and the many layered emotions that come with it.
Your mental health is important to us!
We make sure you have plenty of nutritious food and supplies to live comfortably and enjoy the small things in life
Our legal team will sit down with you to make sure you understand what legal rights are yours, depending on which state you choose to deliver in and we help ensure that all contracts are finalized properly and in order.
We can help you get to and from all appointments and all doctor’s visits and medical care pertaining to the pregnancy is covered
We offer many opportunities while you are waiting for your little one to advance your education and reach your personal goals. Tell us how we can give you the right support!
ADOPTION INFO
These short videos will help you get an idea of what it means to be a birth mom, what adoption means, and how A Guardian Angel can help support you now.
ADOPTION 101
YOUR CHOICES
ALL ABOUT ADOPTION
WHY ADOPTION
FACT VS FICTION
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Not at all. Becoming a birth mother is brave and loving; especially if you can’t provide a safe, stable, or full life for them at this time. Your child will one day be able to appreciate your sacrifice.
An Open Adoption is an agreement you make with the adoptive family on the level of contact you have with your child after placement. This will look and feel differently for each family.
Who you tell is up to you! It it our top priority to keep your information and your plans confidential.
You will communicate with your chosen adoptive family about how much and what information you want them to share about you.
Laws vary by state, but in the state of Utah, you have 24 hours to make the final decision and once you sign the paperwork the decision is final.
Laws vary in every state. Our experienced and knowledgeable adoption counselors will help you make a plan that fits your situation. There are many factors that determine a birth father’s rights.
Absolutely! You will work with our Placement Coordinators to choose the family you feel most comfortable with. You’ll also have a chance to meet them prior to the adoption.
There are no financial costs to you as a birth parent. Every state has different laws on birth parent expenses, but we will help you know what is allowable in the state you will be delivering in.