Placing a Newborn Baby for Adoption in Colorado: I Already Gave Birth to My Child. Is It Too Late for Adoption?
Many mothers struggle with the decision of whether or not placing a newborn baby for adoption in Colorado is the right option for them. It is a big choice to make and definitely not something to be rushed or taken lightly. Some mothers take longer to make this choice than others. There is nothing wrong with that at all; there is no time that is technically “right.” Whether you are pregnant or have already given birth and are considering giving up your child for adoption, once you know it is for you and you are ready, then that time is the right time. Because of this, you may find yourself considering Denver adoption after giving birth. While this may not be the most common practice, there is nothing wrong with it. Many mothers think that adoption is a decision that one has to make during their pregnancy, but if you weren’t sure that it was the right choice for you back then, taking your time is never bad. However, now that you’ve made your choice, you may find yourself wondering what your next steps are. If you’re unsure where to go from here and stressing out about it, then look no further. Adoption Choices of Colorado is here to make this process as smooth and stressless as possible! If you’re sure that Adoption in Colorado is for you, then read on to find out what you should do next.
If you need adoption help now, please call or text us at 303-670-4673 (HOPE) or visit us at Adoption Choices of Colorado.
Step 1: Decide For Sure That Adoption is For You
The first step you should take on this journey is to decide that adoption is the right choice for you. If you’re reading this article, you’re pretty sure that this is what you want, but take a second to really be one hundred percent positive about it. If you have already given birth, you may be more emotionally attached to your child than some other birth mothers may be. You may be more hesitant than others to make this choice. Therefore, you should take your time to be certain that infant adoption in Colorado is your best move. Once you are certain, you can take the next steps to continue on your journey.
Step 2: Create Your Adoption Plan
Every birth mother creates a plan that is specifically tailored to their unique needs. In a time as stressful and intimidating as this, it will be reassuring to be able to craft this plan exactly how you want it. You can work with Adoption Choices of Colorado to build a plan that is perfect for you. Even if you have already given birth, you can still create a plan that will make the process much smoother and less stressful. Many adoption agencies Denver, CO are experienced with doing post-birth adoptions and will be more than happy to work with you to figure out a plan that is well-suited to your particular situation.
Step 3: Find an Adoptive Family
After creating your adoption plan and working with your adoption agent to get yourself ready to prepare for your journey ahead, it is time to choose the family that will welcome your child into their life. This part of the process is fun and exciting, and you will get to meet numerous loving couples and families who will all be happy as can be to meet their new potential addition. The final decision for who will be your child’s new family will be entirely up to you. If you are not comfortable with somebody, you don’t have to choose them. You never have to worry about your child going to a family you are not one hundred percent okay with. After your family has been selected, it is time to move on to the next step.
Step 4: Placing a Newborn Baby for Adoption
After choosing the perfect new family for your child, it is time to place them for adoption. You and your child will part ways for now, but just remember that you are not “giving them up” for adoption. None of what you are doing can be considered “giving up.” This choice is a selfless and brave one that is to be respected and honored. You have given the gift of a child to a family who may not have been able to have one and have created a connection that would not have existed if it were not for you.
Placing a Newborn Baby for Adoption After Birth is Easy
After this, you should be able to see just how easy it is to place a child for adoption even after birth. The adoption process in Colorado is almost no different for children who have already been born than for more “conventional” adoptions. If you are still unsure of your choice, Adoption Choices of Colorado is always happy to connect with you and answer any questions or soothe any concerns you may have. You can also reach out if you would be interested in post-adoption counseling or support, as there are many services across all of Colorado that would be perfect for that.
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: Alex is originally from Clarksville, Maryland but currently goes to Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania. He is an English major and Environmental Studies minor, focusing on Environmental Law and PR/Communications.
He has a deep love for writing, grammar, and all things English. He finds the history and etymology of the language extremely fascinating and loves discovering those small, unnecessary grammatical rules that make English such a weird and special tongue. He is also passionate about the environment and wants to focus on doing what he can to help make the world a better place for future generations.
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!