Frequently Asked Questions for Birthmothers

Why choose Angel Adoption?
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We are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for YOU. We provide you with ongoing guidance and compassionate attention in a friendly and nurturing way. We at Angel Adoption truly believe that our Angels are our birthmothers.

We understand the emotional and therapeutic needs surrounding adoption. We have assisted birth families in finding adoptive families for their children since 1998. Regardless of your decision to parent or choose adoption, we are here to listen, care and support you. Our experienced, professional staff will help you sort out your feelings and empower you to make your own plan for your child.

We understand that the first phone call can be difficult. We welcome your questions and enjoy sharing information over the phone, via email, or in our relaxed private setting. We can also help with referrals to qualified and sensitive physicians, childbirth educators, housing and public assistance all at no charge.

Are there any costs to me?
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There is no cost to you as a birthmother. Adoptive parents pay for legal fees, reasonable pregnancy-related expenses and medical bills that are not covered by insurance or public aid.

What is open or semi-open adoption?
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In an open adoption, the birthmother may choose the adoptive family rather than having an agency choose one for her. We provide a large selection of loving families that are just waiting to adopt. Birthmothers may decide on the amount of contact they wish.

Why choose adoption?
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Birthmothers come to us for many reasons. She may be unable to financially support her child. She may be at a place in her life where she is not emotionally ready to care for a new baby. No matter what her reason, she is making the decision because she wants what is best for her child. We understand the difficult choices she must make and we are here to support her.

A single mother may want her baby to have two stable parents, a couple may feel they don't have the financial resources to raise a child or more children. Others need to complete their education or are in the midst of relationship difficulties. Adoption is a loving decision. It takes a great deal of love and sacrifice to even consider it. We want to help you explore parenting and adoption and let you determine what is right for both you and your child at this time in your life.

How are adoptive families screened?
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Every adoptive parent is thoroughly evaluated through an Home Study Course conducted by a licensed agency. The Home Study process includes assessments of their character, marital stability, financial situation, lifestyle, and medical history. They will run background checks to verify there is no record of criminal activity or child abuse. Their home will also be inspected by a social worker to ensure it is a safe environment for a child. We require education on adopting and parenting. Following the placement of a child into an adoptive home, the social worker will continue to monitor and supervise the family. We go to great lengths to make sure the families we offer you are going to be excellent parents to your child.

Can I be involved in choosing the family for my baby?
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Yes! We would encourage you to choose your adoptive family from the pool of families that Adoption Links Worldwide has approved. We will assist you in the initial contact with them. If you want to, you can spend time with them on your own to get to know them better. Many birth parents meet for dinner, go to obstetrical appointments together, talk on the telephone and/or write to each other. You decide how open or private you want your relationship to be.

What if I deliver and I haven't created a plan? Can you work with me from the hospital?
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Yes. It is not all that uncommon that we receive calls from birth parents that are already in labor or have had their baby and are in the hospital. We can have an adoptive family take the baby home from the hospital, avoiding the need for foster care. Once we receive your call, we can have a family available within hours. Depending on what state you deliver in, we will work with you on creating a plan for discharge that will best meet your needs and that of your child. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What's the next step?
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If you believe adoption may be the best answer for you, your next step would be to contact us either by phone at our toll free number 1-877-264-3555 (1-877-ANGEL-55), or you can e-mail us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . We are always available!

You can also begin to review profiles of our families on-line and select a couple of families that you feel would be a good match for you. We can then contact them for you and arrange for you to speak with them and/or meet with them if you like. The choice is entirely up to you.

Remember, we will always be here whenever you need us.