Choosing to have an abortion is a life-changing decision, and it can affect you physically and emotionally. Many women don’t wish to have another abortion after their first experience. The good news is you have other options.
Why not consider making an adoption plan or checking for available resources if you choose to parent? We’re happy to provide more information.
What About Placing This Child for Adoption?
Making an adoption plan for your child may sound scary, but it can be the best choice for both of you. If you are unable to care for your child or you’re not interested in parenting at this time, adoption can be the perfect solution.
You Choose Who Raises Your Child
Today, the expectant mother (and father, if he’s available) selects the family that adopts their child. You review potential, qualified adoptive parent profiles and choose the couple that most closely aligns with what you want for your child.
You Determine the Amount of Contact
You also decide how much contact you wish to have with the adoptive family. Research shows that 95% of infant adoptions are open. An open or semi-open adoption means the adoptive family and birth parents communicate with one another regularly.
All Services Are Free
By choosing a reputable, licensed adoption agency, all adoption services are free for the birth parents. The following are some of the adoption-related expenses that can be covered in Oklahoma:
- Reasonable attorney fees and court costs
- Reasonable medical expenses for the birth mother and child
- Reasonable adoption counseling expenses before and after the birth of the child
- Reasonable and necessary living expenses of the birth mother, including housing, utilities, food, transportation to support the pregnancy, etc.
Have You Considered Parenting?
Like your other options, parenting is a major life-altering decision. It is challenging but also extremely rewarding, and there is a lot to consider when choosing to parent. Once you have thought it through, we can discuss your situation and determine what assistance you would need.
Ask yourself the following questions.
- How can I prepare financially, emotionally, and physically to raise a child?
- Will my parents or my partner assist me?
- Can I continue school or work while parenting?
- Where will I live?
Parenting is a big decision, but it is possible. We offer free parenting resources and referrals to other assistance in our community. Talk with us to learn more.
Free Parenting Education
Charis Center offers no-cost “Empowered Parents” classes. Our team believes you are a better parent when you understand the stages of pregnancy and parenting. We provide prenatal and parenting classes at no cost to you.
Get Baby Bucks to Spend in Our Baby Boutique
When you complete an Empowered Parents class, you receive Baby Bucks to trade for items in our Baby Boutique. Items can include diapers, wipes, formula, car seats, cribs, clothes, toys, etc. The available items vary, but you choose according to the Baby Bucks you earn.
Not Sure What to Do?
How to handle your unexpected pregnancy is a big decision. We will happily discuss your options and help you choose the best for you and your child.
To schedule a confidential, no-cost appointment, call (580) 786-6000 or text (405) 757-4673. You can also sign up online. Let us help you today.