Pregnant
and Considering Adoption:
Getting Started
The adoption process begins with learning about the different
types of adoption available to you, understanding the legal process
of adoption, considering the parenting options for your child
and then making the decision about whether you wish to parent
your child or make an adoption plan for your child. Bright Futures
will assist you in beginning the adoption process with an Orientation
Packet. The Orientation Packet will include information about
different types of adoption, alternatives to adoption, birth parents'
rights, starting the adoption process, working with Bright Futures
and copies of forms that you will be asked to complete that will
help you begin to consider your feelings about adoption.
Request a Birth Parent
Orientation Packet
What You Need to Know About Working
with Bright Futures
Statement of Birth Parent Rights
Parenting Options
Adoption Glossary
Birth Family Medical
Information Form
Birth Mother Social and Family History Form
Birth Father Social and Family History Form
The decision about whether you wish to parent your child or make
an adoption plan for your child is likely to be the most difficult
decision you have ever made and Bright Futures understands that
while you are making this decision you will probably experience
emotional ups and downs. You may feel lonely, scared, overwhelmed,
guilty, confused or anxious. Bright Futures provides counseling
and support during your decision-making process at no charge,
regardless of the decision you make. To speak with someone at
Bright Futures about this decision, please call toll-free 1-877-652-6678.
