Frequently Asked Questions about Adoption

What does it mean to “choose Adoption” for my child?

If you are considering adoption (or placement) for your baby, the Light House is here to help. The Light House applauds your wise decision to give your baby life, and if you feel that there are too many obstacles financially, socially or emotionally facing you, and you choose not to parent, then adoption lets you make a positive life choice in the best interest of your baby. Here’s how it works:

The birth mother and father (if he is available and willing) work closely with the Light House social worker to create an adoption plan for the baby that is right for them. The social worker from the Light House will help guide them through the entire process from pregnancy through placement.

While adoption may not be right for every birth mother experiencing a crisis pregnancy, it is an option to consider when thinking over your life decisions for yourself and your baby.

Can adoption be good for my baby and me?

If you feel that you are not ready to be a parent, you can still give your baby a wonderful life by choosing adoption for him/her. Many adoption options will be available for you to choose: open adoption, semi-open adoption or closed adoption. The Light House social worker will talk with you about them in detail.

What type of Adoption is available?

  • An Open Adoption is the type of adoption in which you establish an on-going relationship with the adoptive parents and your child after placement. You will have the opportunity to see your baby and develop a relationship with the child as they grow up.
  • A Semi-open adoption is one that offers some interaction between the birthmother and child, but not as much as an open adoption might have. For example, letters and cards and even gifts might be exchanged through The Light House social worker, but no actual contact would take place unless both parties agreed prior to the adoption.
  • A confidential adoption is when very little or no contact takes place between the birth mother and adoptive parents or child.

Can I choose the family for my baby?

YES! The Light House will work with you to select a stable, loving environment for your baby from applications that have been carefully screened and approved. You will be free to read through profiles of each family.

How much will my child know about me?

The amount of information about you that is known is dependent upon the type of adoption you choose. The Light House requires you to provide complete medical and social history for your child no matter what type of adoption is occurring. You may or may not choose to share your identity and where you live with the adoptive parents.

When you choose to place your child through adoption…

  • You are making a positive life plan for your baby. You are selecting a family who is stable, loving, nurturing and can provide a secure home for your child;
  • You can talk with the Light House social worker who can answer your questions while your make your final decision adn is there for support and comfort;
  • You can choose the right adoption plan for your baby and yourself;
  • You are making a loving responsibile parental decision for your child.