09 Nov Pregnant and Considering Adoption? CCS is Here to Support

Unexpectedly pregnant and considering adoption? First, take a deep breath. You deserve the time and support to explore your options. There is no right or wrong way to feel about an unplanned pregnancy, and your feelings matter.

One of the most important things to remember is this: you are still in control. Adoption is not about losing your voice; it’s about using it. As a birthmother you get to decide what feels right:

• Do you want to stay in contact with your child as they grow?
• Would you prefer updates from a distance?
• What kind of life do you imagine for your baby?

For more than 62 years, Colorado Christian Services (CCS) has helped women navigate unplanned pregnancies through compassionate counseling and adoption services. CCS provides guidance to help you understand your choices and decide what feels right for you.

What Does Considering Adoption Really Look Like?

Adoption today offers birth mothers more opportunities to take an active role in the process. If you decide that placing your baby for adoption is the right choice for you, you can work with an adoption professional to create a plan that reflects your wishes. This means you can learn about potential adoptive families, explore different types of adoption, and discuss the level of contact you would like after placement.

If you choose adoption, you can:

• Explore profiles of waiting families and choose a family you feel comfortable with.
• Learn about open, semi-open, and closed adoption to determine which arrangement best suits your wishes.
• Discuss the type of communication you would like with your child and the adoptive family.
• Share your preferences and goals so your plan reflects what matters most to you.

These choices can help you feel more involved and informed throughout the process. You should also have a clear understanding of your rights and any adoption agreements before signing them. 

Support That Goes Beyond the Adoption Decision

An unplanned pregnancy can affect many areas of your life. You may have concerns about your finances, relationships, emotional well-being, or what life will look like in the months ahead.

Colorado Christian Services offers guidance and support to help women explore their pregnancy options. If you are considering adoption, our team can also help you understand the process and the resources available to you. 

Talk to Colorado Christian Services Today

Endless emotions. You still have choices. Whatever you decide, it should be your decision. We are here to talk even if you are curious or unsure about adoption. Have questions about adoption? Want to understand your pregnancy options or learn what support may be available? Call (720) 280-9517 to speak with a CCS caseworker.

Positive Adoption Language Note

Our blog uses common search terms so people can find help more easily. At Colorado Christian Services, we prefer positive adoption language that respects everyone involved. If you’re pregnant and exploring adoption, we’d be honored to help.