Many expectant moms considering adoption have been surprised by an unplanned pregnancy. While they may want children at some point in the future — or may already have a child — the child they’re carrying is a surprise. Research shows that this first surprise is often followed by another, possibly even more shocking surprise: a lack of support from their partner or family.
Lack of support
She may have expected that her partner would want to marry and raise the child together once he learned about the pregnancy. Instead, he left her.
She might have thought that her parents would care for her and child while she completed school and found a job. Instead, they insisted that she leave their home.
She could have been sure her sister would stand by her in whatever decision she made about her pregnancy and child. Instead, her sister reacted with judgement and anger.
These are just hypothetical examples, but studies show that about 80% of expectant moms considering adoption feel financial stress and about 50% feel social isolation and lack of emotional support.
Sources of support
Adoption can provide support for an expectant mom’s pregnancy. Financial support is allowed in Arkansas, and there is no cost to a birth mother for placing her child for adoption. Making the decision to provide a loving adoptive home for your child removes the stress of financial hardship during pregnancy.
That doesn’t solve the lack of emotional support. It can be very hard to learn that your family or your partner won’t be there for you during the adoption journey.
However, adoption professionals can be counted on to help provide support. An adoption lawyer to protect your rights, a counselor at no cost to help you work through feelings, community organizations and support groups to guide you with practical help — these people are ready and able to make your adoption journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Contact Heimer Law to ask any questions you may have about adoption and the adoption process. Knowing about your options can help you make a decision. If you decide on adoption, we’ll be with you all along the way.
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