Adoption Rights

You have the right to…

• Participate in all phases of the adoption planning process.
• Have all your questions answered completely and honestly.
• Receive ongoing education, guidance and support during the adoption process and beyond.
• Review photo profiles of families who have been carefully screened and educated and meet all state requirements to adopt.
• Select and meet the family you want to raise your child.
• Ask the prospective adoptive family a lot of questions.
• Request help with basic pregnancy-related expenses.
• See, hold and spend time with your baby at the hospital.
• Have your own adoption attorney provided to you at no cost.
• Request an ongoing open and honest relationship with the adoptive family through the exchange of information and face-to-face visits.
• Be treated with dignity and respect throughout the entire adoption process and life beyond.