As a potential birthmother working with Cradle of Hope, you have the following rights: You have the right to make an informed decision, free from influence, pressure, or judgment, about whether adoption is the right course of action for you. We will provide you with...

Many circumstances or situations come into play when an expectant mother weighs the difficult decision to place her baby for adoption. If you're considering whether adoption is right for you, consider these adoption benefits for birthmothers. Adoption Benefits for Birthmothers Knowing your baby will have the...

Cradle of Hope Adoption Center, a local nonprofit adoption agency with offices in DC, MD and VA, is happy to help you with your unexpected pregnancy. Are you ready to parent? Below are some responsibilities of parenting – are you in a position to take...

Unexpected pregnancy? Consider adoption! Cradle of Hope Adoption Center can help you find a wonderful family for your baby. Here are some questions to ask yourself as you consider the best path forward for you and your baby: What do I want out of life...

You may notice we use the phrase “give baby up for adoption”. We know that this phrase is not considered adoption friendly. Yes, a birthmother legally gives up her parental rights, but she certainly does not give up on her baby or give up loving...

Getting pregnant by accident can come as a shock, but unplanned pregnancies are more common than you might think. In fact, almost half of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unintended or unplanned, which means they were accidental or unexpected pregnancies. Some pregnancies are considered...