Giving Up a Baby For Adoption Without Being a US Citizen
Finding out you’ve become pregnant unexpectedly can be a terrifying circumstance for a woman. Often this realization will elicit many thoughts, concerns, and feelings about your pregnancy. Many questions may arise, like: What do I do now? Can I support a child? And what are all my options? These concerns are completely normal and have relatively simple answers. However, if you are a non-US citizen, these concerns will likely multiply. The first question many women lacking US citizenship and undergoing an unexpected pregnancy ask is: Can I place my child up for adoption in Denver? Adoption Choices of Colorado aims to answer all your questions and ease all your concerns as you consider adoption or choose adoption with us. We understand that every expectant mother has their own specific circumstances that will ultimately determine the choice they make and what their adoption process may be like. Our goal is to provide you with empathetic and knowledgeable support in this potentially difficult time. In this article, we will answer a few of your questions to help you understand your adoption options and make your decision.
If you need adoption help now, please call or text us at 303-670-4673 (HOPE) or visit us at Adoption Choices of Colorado.
Can I Place My Child Up For Adoption If I Am An Immigrant?
It is important, and potentially a relief, to know that you can place your child for adoption regardless of your citizenship status. Any child born within the United States automatically becomes a US citizen, even if their birth parents are not. Because of this, you can take solace in the fact that you will be given the same resources and support that a US citizen would during their adoption process.
If I Am Undocumented, Do I Risk Deportation By Choosing Adoption?
If you are an undocumented immigrant living in the United States, then fear of being deported if you choose adoption is completely valid. It is important to know that your personal information is kept private when you choose adoption. But again, to not provide any guarantees, you must do your research and choose a reputable Colorado adoption agency to be sure your information is not shared. If you were to choose Adoption Choices of Colorado, you would be putting your trust in the hands of one of the leaders in the Colorado adoption community. Our goal is always to ensure the successful placement of your child.
Is Adoption Still An Option If My Child Was Born Outside The US?
While this is, of course, a legitimate question, the simple answer is no. Unfortunately, most local adoption agencies specialize in domestic adoptions, so your child must be a US citizen to be placed for adoption. That being said, expectant birth mothers can still choose to reach out to a reputable adoption agency in Colorado and voice their concerns so as to be directed to specialists who may be able to provide you with the resources you need.
Is Placing My Child Up For Adoption The Right Choice For Me?
First and foremost, no one can answer this question but you. Becoming pregnant unexpectedly as an undocumented immigrant can pose some challenges, so consider all your options. Should you choose adoption, an adoption specialist will work with you to craft an adoption plan that works for you. This will take into account all of your concerns so as to make your adoption process as smooth as possible. That being said, as an undocumented immigrant, there is always the practical concern about being deported. As such, it is wise to consider the benefits of adoption because deportation may mean having your child deported alongside you. Placing a child for adoption means giving your child a loving family who can support them and provide them with certain opportunities. Seeing as your child would be a US citizen, this would be a way to give your child a sense of security you may not have.
Choosing Adoption Without Being a US Citizen
Adoption Choices of Colorado is dedicated to the successful placement of your child. Our adoption specialists can provide the resources and emotional support that you will need throughout your adoption process. Choosing us means choosing a team of professionals who have had experience in this field since 2002. Birth mothers who choose us can trust that they are in safe hands from beginning to end.
If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy and want to learn more about your adoption options, contact Adoption Choices of Colorado by email, phone, or text: Email Us, Text us: 720-371-1099, Call us: 303-670-4673 (HOPE). If you are hoping to adopt, please contact us here.
Meet the author: David T. Garcia is currently a student at Syracuse University working towards his degree in English with a concentration in film. He is a resident of Northern New Jersey and spends much of his time in New York City, whether it be for business or pleasure. David is looking forward to graduation so he can begin his life and pursue his ambitions. He has dreams of moving out to New York City and working as a young professional in the content writing space while also working on his own screenplays. In his free time, David enjoys spending time with family as well as watching movies and reading books. He has a passion for travel and looks forward to new experiences.
Stephanie joined the Adoption Choices family in 2014 as the Child Placement Supervisor. Her love for adoption began in first grade when she made friends with twins adopted from Vietnam. Her heart grew strong over the years for adopted children and ultimately led her to graduate school where she continued her focus to her dream of working in the adoption field. Stephanie earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver in 2001. Over the past 15 years, Stephanie has worked as a pregnancy counselor and as an adoptive parent counselor for foster care, international adoption and domestic adoption, writing hundreds of home studies for families, and helping build their forever families. Stephanie is married and has three boys ages 12, 9, and 5. Together with her family she enjoys riding bike, playing games, watching her three sons compete in their various sporting and musical activities and go on vacations.
Christy Ikeler, is our Executive Director and Birth Parent Director. Christy has been with Adoption Choices Team for 18 years, since opening the doors in 2002! Christy has a true passion for what she does and her true love is working with and helping each birth parent. Whether she is up all night on the phone talking with them, taking them to doctors appointments, out for their favorite treat, providing counseling or at the hospital during labor and delivery, Christy is very involved every step of the way. She has a contagious laugh and a spunky personality that our birth moms all can bond with and relate to. As an adoptive parent herself, adoption holds a very special place in her heart and she can relate on every level with both birth parents and adoptive parents. In her free time Christy loves spending time with her daughter, gardening, baking and taking vacations with her family. Christy is an excellent leader for our team at Adoption Choices and is truly one of a kind!! As Executive Director, Christy spends time with the staff, birth parents and adoptive families in order to ensure that the agency is running smoothly. She has placed a huge emphasis on community outreach and programs for birth parents. Christy loves the opportunity to lead the agency into a brighter future.
Ms. Mackenzie has built a successful counseling career over the past 20 years, supporting mothers and families, people of all ages and genders, students, community professionals and fellow clinicians. Liv values a diverse professional focus, including the entrepreneurial life of a sole proprietor, the evaluative process of certifying foster/adoptive homes, the insightful and mindful one-on-one one work with enthusiastic clients, and serving as an advocate for underserved populations. Liv is a Licensed Professional Counselor and holds a BA in Pre-Law and Economics from American University, an MA in Counseling from Adams University and a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University. Away from work you will find Liv spending time in nature, biking to the farmer’s market and adventuring with her family.
Catherine A. Madsen, joined the Adoption Choices family as legal counsel in 2013. Catherine is responsible for providing legal guidance to the Agency, training and updating staff on developments in adoption law and legislation, and program development. Catherine
Virginia Frank is an adoption attorney accredited since 1991 with the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys. Ms. Frank is a leader in the field of private adoption and has completed over 4,000 adoptions in her career. Ms. Frank has a law degree from Oklahoma City University and a BA in both Political Science and Communications from the University of Oklahoma.
Cassidie has been with Adoption Choices since 2015, she has her bachelors in Interdisciplinary Affairs with concentrations in both Sociology and Business Management. Cassidie has additional training in Victim Advocacy, foster care and has been working in women’s services for over 10 years. Cassidie has always had a heart for adoption and it was her career dream to work in adoption. She started off doing volunteer work for advocacy programs, adoption organizations and worked in High Risk Maternal Fetal Medicine through the University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Colorado. Cassidie is also blessed to have personally experienced an adoption of her own in 2012, completing her family of five! Cassidie loves what she does as a case worker from initial phone calls, meetings, doctor appointments, interaction with the adoptive families to delivery and counseling. Cassidie has a passion for those in need and strives to help make a difference in the lives of the people she meets. She is a firm believer in being kind, compassionate and open minded in all situations. “Unless you’ve walked in their shoes, there’s no place for judgment. A kind word or compliment can go a long way!” The bittersweet moments in adoption reminds Cassidie each and every time, why she loves what she does!