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...
Teen pregnancy isn’t uncommon but it’s not something most teenagers plan. Having an unplanned pregnancy means that you will have to consider whether to parent, plan an adoption for your newborn, or you may even be considering an abortion. This may be the hardest decision...
Adoption myths shown in the media can be harsh and can make choosing adoption for your baby difficult. It can be easy to forget what the adoption is about: creating a family. If you’re thinking about adoption, we want to share the truth on the...
After you browse adoptive family profiles and select your favorite family, it can be hard to know for sure if they will be the right parents for your child. Speaking with and meeting adoptive parents can help you decide. Think about the values you want...
Sometimes, when you are dealing with an unplanned pregnancy, you can feel like you have to do everything on your own. You can feel alone, stressed, anxious about what is coming next. You don’t have to face those sleepless nights and fearful moments alone. Cradle...
Open adoption is a wonderful and compassionate way for expectant moms and potential adoptive parents to agree on how they will interact after the adoption. With open adoption, you can choose and meet the family for your child. With Cradle of Hope’s guidance and support,...
When facing an unplanned pregnancy, you might have many worries and preconceived ideas about adoption. When considering adoption at the later stages of pregnancy, you might feel pressure to have all the answers before your child arrives. For example, you might wonder how choosing adoption...
After you browse adoptive family profiles and select your favorite family, it can be hard to know for sure if they will be the right parents for your child. Speaking with and meeting adoptive parents can help you decide. Think about the values you want...
Wanting to have your family’s support when choosing adoption because you don’t want to go through this life-changing event alone is incredibly valid. If you’re struggling with unsupportive parents when choosing adoption for your baby, Cradle of Hope can help. If you need support right away, call...