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Need Help Today with Giving Your Baby Up for Adoption in Texas? We Provide 100% Free, Compassionate Support.

  • Safe Housing: Find a secure, accessible living environment anywhere in Texas

  • Prenatal & Delivery Care: Individualized Medicaid & healthcare assistance

  • Rides & Transportation: We can get you to doctors, groceries, and more

  • Groceries & Meals: Reliable, consistent food assistance so you never go hungry

  • Financial Support: Help with rent, bills, and pregnancy expenses

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Texas Moms Who Gave Their Babies Up for Adoption Share Their Stories. No Judgment, Just Honest Answers.

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Overwhelmed? Scared? You’re Not Alone: Texas Birth Moms Found Support Here

Since 1998, Angel Adoption has guided thousands of expectant mothers through their adoption journeys across Texas. With compassionate support in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, Amarillo, El Paso, and Corpus Christi, our support is available throughout the entire state.

Your journey deserves exceptional support. That's why Texas birth mothers trust our proven guidance throughout this significant moment in your life. Our experienced team offers compassionate support at every step — before, during, and after placement.

Our adoption specialists leverage decades of Texas adoption expertise to help you explore all your options. Across Texas, mothers tell us they found clarity, strength, and meaningful connections through our support.

Considering your next steps? From your first conversation to your personalized plan, we transform uncertainty into clarity and support for Texas mothers like you — with no pressure, no judgment, and completely free services.

Why Texas Mothers Choose Angel:

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Financial support

Housing, medical care, and living expenses covered

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Local expertise

Caseworkers who understand Texas adoption laws

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Lifelong support

Free counseling whenever

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"My caseworker helped me find strength I didn't know I had. She respected my choices every step of the way."

—Melissa, Houston

YOUR SUPPORT TEAM WHEN GIVING A BABY UP FOR ADOPTION IN TEXAS: ALWAYS BY YOUR SIDE

A simple four-step journey with comprehensive support at every turn.

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Complete Emotional Support

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Your Personal Adoption Coordinator

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  • Available whenever you need support
  • Guides you through every decision
  • Coordinates all your needs and services

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Complete Support Network

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  • Financial assistance for housing and medical care
  • Specialized legal representation at no cost
  • Experienced birth mother advocates

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Creating Your Adoption Plan

Complete Emotional Support

  • Choose the perfect family for your baby
  • Design your hospital experience
  • Decide on future contact and communication

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Life After Placement Support

Complete Emotional Support

  • Ongoing counseling for as long as you need
  • Education and career assistance programs
  • Birth mother community connections

Know Your Rights as a Texas Birth Mother

Texas law ensures you have full control when creating an adoption plan. With our agency:


  • Review 200+ pre-approved family profiles (photos, videos, home tours).
  • Choose based on religion, lifestyle, location — we’ll find matches in 48 hours.
  • Meet families in person, by video, or anonymously — it’s all your decision.
  • Change your mind anytime, even at the hospital.


Why Texas mothers choose us:


  • 27 years of matching birth moms with loving families
  • 1:1 coordinator support throughout selection
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee — we keep searching until you’re confident


Under the Texas Family Code, you can receive financial support for:


  • Safe housing (fully furnished apartments in your area)
  • 100% medical coverage (prenatal to postpartum care)
  • Transportation (rides to appointments + gas cards)
  • Living expenses (groceries, phone bills, maternity clothes)


Our commitment:


  • 1,000s of Texas birth moms helped since 1998
  • No repayment — even if you choose to keep your baby after giving birth
  • 24/7 emergency assistance for urgent needs


Texas law encourages emotional support throughout the adoption process. We provide free, ongoing counseling:


  • Pre-birth: Explore options with unbiased experts
  • Post-placement: Grief support, therapy, and Texas birth mom groups
  • Years later: Still available — we’ve answered 4,000+ check-ins


Unique to our agency:


  • Specialized trauma therapists available
  • Support groups across Texas
  • Bilingual counselors (English/Spanish)


Texas handles paternity based on your situation:


  • Married: Spouse’s consent is typically required
  • Unmarried: Father must establish paternity (sign state forms/court order)
  • Uninvolved? We file Termination of Parental Rights (TPR) petitions


Our track record:


  • 97% success rate in uncontested adoptions
  • On-staff attorneys specializing in complex cases


Your health information is legally protected. In Texas, birth mom privacy rights include:


  • No adoption mentions in medical records
  • You control who’s in the delivery room
  • Hospital staff trained to respect your privacy


We’ve partnered with:


  • All major Texas hospital systems
  • 200+ OB-GYNs familiar with adoption protocols


Texas honors contact plans. Contact agreements typically include:


  • Letters/photos through our agency
  • Video calls or mediated visits
  • Holiday updates as your child grows


Our families’ commitment:


  • Most honor agreements long-term
  • Annual reunion events statewide


Know your legal rights in Texas before signing:


  • 48-hour wait post-birth for consent
  • Consent is final under Texas law when signed through a licensed agency
  • Revocation only possible in cases of fraud or coercion


Our promise:


  • Zero contested cases in 27 years
  • Independent legal review before signing


The Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) ensures


  • Baby remains in Texas for 7-10 days post-birth
  • Both states’ laws are followed
  • You retain all Texas rights and support


Our experience:


  • 300+ successful interstate placements
  • Dedicated ICPC coordinator on staff


Under 18? You still have full rights:


  • No parental consent is required for adoption
  • The same financial and legal protections as adults


We’ve helped:


  • 200+ teen moms complete adoption plans
  • Acting as advocates for school/workplace rights


Extra Support for Texas Birth Moms

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Answers to Your Adoption Questions
as a Texas Mom

It costs you nothing to give a baby up for adoption in Texas. In fact, you may qualify for financial assistance with housing, medical care, transportation, and other pregnancy-related expenses. Texas law ensures all adoption services are free for birth Mothers.

Yes, but only before signing the legal consent forms. Texas gives you the right to take time before making a final decision:

  • 48 hours post-birth before signing papers
  • Once signed through an agency, consent is typically irrevocable
  • Revocation is only possible if there’s proven fraud, duress, or coercion

At Angel Adoption, we encourage you to take as much time as you need before signing consent (no questions asked).

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? YOUR ADOPTION PLAN, YOUR WAY

YOUR CLEAR PATH TO FATHERHOOD

When you decide to give your baby up for adoption in Texas, every step is shaped by your comfort and choices.

YOUR CLEAR PATH TO FATHERHOOD

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Step 1 Your First Call

Reaching out is the hardest part. We make it easy.

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YOUR CLEAR PATH TO FATHERHOOD

  • 24/7 phone, text, or chat with a birth mother coordinator
  • No full name or commitment is required
  • Get answers in a 15-minute, no-pressure conversation

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Step 2 Explore Your Options

Find what works for you.

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YOUR CLEAR PATH TO FATHERHOOD

  • Receive a personalized info packet within 24 hours
  • Browse family profiles matching your preferences
  • Learn about housing, medical care, and financial support

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Step 3 Build Your Plan

We move at your speed — never ours.

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  • Meet your caseworker in person or virtually when you’re ready
  • Secure safe housing and pregnancy-related assistance
  • Design your ideal adoption plan (open, semi-open, closed)

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Step 4 Peace of Mind

Support that doesn’t end at placement.

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  • Create a hospital plan that honors your wishes
  • Access free counseling for as long as you need
  • Join our Texas birth mom community for ongoing connection

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The Complete Guide to Giving a Baby Up for Adoption in Texas: What Every Expectant Mother Should Know

"I was scared. Then my counselor said, ‘This isn't an ending — it's a loving beginning.’"

— Taylor, a Dallas-Fort Worth birth mom

What every expectant mother should know:

  • Free 24/7 support with Texas-licensed counselors
  • Financial assistance for housing, medical care, and more
  • You choose the family — change your mind anytime

Why Texas mothers trust this process:

  • 1,200+ placements since 1998
  • No-judgment guidance from our all-female coordinator team
  • Lifetime support — even years after placement

What Texas Law Means for You as a Birth Mother

Texas has specific laws designed to protect expectant mothers throughout the adoption process. Understanding these laws can help you feel more confident in your journey:

After giving birth, Texas law requires a waiting period of at least 48 hours before you can sign any adoption paperwork. This important time allows you to recover physically from childbirth and consider your decision with clarity. This "cooling off period" ensures you're never locked into a choice you're uncertain about, giving you time to process your emotions and make the best decision for you and your baby.

The adoption process also addresses the birth father's rights, which vary depending on your relationship status. 

  • If you're married, your husband is presumed to be the legal father with rights that must be addressed. 
  • If unmarried, the birth father can either voluntarily acknowledge paternity or may need to be notified about the adoption. 
  • For uninvolved fathers, we can file for termination of parental rights when legally appropriate. 
  • Birth father consent is not needed when conception involves sexual abuse or assault. 

Experienced Texas adoption attorneys handle these situations with the utmost sensitivity, protecting your privacy and following all legal requirements. We can help connect you with legal representation. We've successfully managed thousands of Texas adoption cases, including complex situations involving absent fathers, military fathers, and contested cases.

Financial Support Available to Texas Birth Mothers

Worried about money while pregnant? Prospective adoptive parents can provide certain types of financial assistance for birth mothers thinking about giving up a baby for adoption in Texas. 

Texas law allows for support for birth mothers choosing adoption:

Housing Assistance

Whether you need help with current rent payments or require new, safe housing during your pregnancy, we can help secure appropriate accommodations. This might include:

  • Rent assistance for your current apartment or house
  • Temporary housing in a fully furnished apartment
  • Utilities coverage (electricity, water, gas, internet)
  • Emergency hotel stays when needed

Medical Coverage

All pregnancy-related medical expenses can be fully covered, including:

  • Prenatal care and regular check-ups
  • Specialized care for high-risk pregnancies
  • Hospital delivery costs
  • Postpartum care and follow-up appointments
  • Mental health services

If you don't currently have insurance, we'll help you apply for Medicaid for Pregnant Women in Texas, which has higher income limits than regular Medicaid. Many women who don't qualify for other assistance programs can receive coverage this way.

Daily Living Expenses

Additional support can include:

  • Grocery and meal assistance
  • Maternity clothing allowance
  • Phone bill coverage to ensure you stay connected
  • Transportation for medical appointments and daily needs
  • Childcare assistance if you have other children

All financial support is provided legally and ethically in accordance with Texas adoption laws. You'll never be asked to repay any assistance, even if you ultimately decide not to proceed with an adoption plan.

Cultural Sensitivity in Your Adoption Journey

Texas is home to diverse communities, and we're committed to providing culturally respectful support to all expectant mothers:

Hispanic/Latino Support

For Spanish-speaking mothers, we offer:

  • Fully bilingual counselors who truly understand Hispanic cultural values
  • Spanish-language resources and documentation
  • Support navigating family expectations and traditions
  • Connections with Hispanic adoptive families if desired

Faith-Based Support

If your faith plays an important role in your life, we provide:

  • Counselors who understand religious perspectives on adoption
  • Connections with adoptive families who practice the same religion as you
  • Respect for faith-based requests in your adoption plan
  • Support for spiritual concerns during decision-making

Military Families

With major military bases throughout Texas, we offer specialized support for service members:

  • Understanding military healthcare and TRICARE benefits
  • Coordination with family support services on military bases
  • Flexibility when you or the baby's father face deployment or relocation
  • Experience with military fathers' rights and responsibilities

Educational and Career Support During and After Pregnancy

Choosing adoption doesn't mean putting your dreams on hold. We offer ongoing support for your educational and career goals:

Education Assistance

  • Support to continue high school with flexible arrangements
  • GED preparation and testing fees
  • College application guidance and scholarship information
  • Vocational training opportunities
  • Textbook and school supplies assistance

Career Development

  • Flexible scheduling for working mothers
  • Job search assistance after placement
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Professional clothing allowance for interviews
  • Career counseling to identify long-term goals

Many birth mothers tell us that the educational support they received helped them create positive momentum in their lives after placement. We've seen women graduate college, start businesses, and build rewarding careers with the right support and encouragement.

Emotional Well-Being Throughout Your Journey

The emotional aspects of adoption are just as important as the practical ones. We provide comprehensive support for your mental and emotional health:

Professional Counseling

  • Individual therapy with adoption-specialized counselors
  • No time limit on counseling services, which are available for years after placement
  • Crisis support is available 24/7
  • Trauma-informed approaches for those with difficult backgrounds

Peer Support

  • Birth mother support groups in major Texas cities
  • Online communities for those in rural areas or who prefer virtual gatherings
  • Annual birth mother retreats and events
  • Mentorship from experienced birth mothers in Texas

Milestone Support

  • Special care during tough days like your baby's birthday and holidays
  • Remembering and honoring your adoption anniversary
  • Creating meaningful mementos to remember your journey
  • Helping you find personal ways to process grief and celebrate your choice

Our counselors understand the complex emotions that come with adoption — that grief, relief, uncertainty, and peace can all exist at the same time. We're here to listen to whatever you're feeling, without ever judging you. 

Open Adoption Relationships in Texas

Adoption has changed a lot over the years. Today, many birth mothers in Texas stay connected with their children and their adoptive families in ways that work for everyone involved. 

Communication Options

  • Letters and photos shared through our agency
  • Email updates and digital picture albums
  • Video calls with the adoptive family
  • In-person visits whenever you feel ready
  • Social media connections (with clear boundaries everyone agrees on)

Creating Sustainable Relationships

We know that good relationships don't just happen, they need support to grow strong. That's why we help you and the adoptive family create a healthy connection by:

  • Guiding you through those first conversations and meetings
  • Helping everyone understand what to expect and where the boundaries are
  • Helping resolve any conflicts or confusion that might come up along the way
  • Supporting your relationship as it changes over time as your child grows
  • Being there for everyone during life's big changes

You're in control of how open or private your adoption will be. We'll make sure your choices are respected. Although Texas law doesn't enforce open adoption agreements in court, we work with adoptive families who have shown they're truly committed to keeping their promises to birth mothers.

Special Circumstances Support

Adoption When Facing Substance Use Challenges

If drugs or alcohol have been part of your pregnancy, you can count on us for:

  • Compassionate, non-judgmental support
  • Connections to appropriate treatment resources
  • Medical providers experienced with substance-exposed newborns
  • Adoptive families who understand and are prepared
  • Ongoing recovery support after placement

Teen Pregnancy and Adoption

If you're under 18, Texas law empowers you to make your own adoption plan — just like adults can. We provide:

  • Adoption services without requiring parental involvement 
  • Confidential services, except when we must report suspected child abuse as required by law
  • Extra emotional support for young mothers
  • Age-appropriate counseling and resources
  • Guidance for telling parents if/when you're ready

Adoption After Sexual Assault

We provide specialized support with:

  • Trauma-informed counseling throughout the process
  • Extra safeguards to protect your identity and personal information
  • Expedited legal processes when needed
  • Coordination with victim advocacy services
  • Letting you set the pace and respecting your personal space

Community Resources Across Texas

We maintain connections with supportive services throughout Texas:

  • Food banks and emergency assistance programs
  • Domestic violence shelters and resources
  • Healthcare clinics offering sliding-scale services
  • Job training and employment programs
  • Educational institutions with supportive policies for pregnant students

By reaching out to Angel Adoption, you're gaining access to support that goes well beyond just adoption. We're here to help you build a better future for yourself, no matter what you decide.

Giving your baby up for adoption in Texas is a profound act of love that deserves respect and support. We're here to walk alongside you through every step of this journey, providing honest information, practical assistance, and compassionate guidance. Whatever you decide, you don't have to face this alone.

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