Adoption
Choosing Adoption for your Child
If you’re experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, you probably have a million thoughts racing through your mind. We understand! Stress and anxiety can sometimes push us into making a quick decision that might not be what’s best for us in the long run. You’ve got some hard decisions to make concerning your pregnancy, and Life Choices wants you to be in control of your future.
When you’re experiencing this crisis, it seems that information comes from every direction– some information seems trustworthy, but some doesn’t. We want you to have the real facts about adoption so you can make an informed decision about your pregnancy. Being informed will allow you to choose the best option for you and for your baby.
We’re here to help if you’re pregnant and are considering an adoption plan.
It was wonderful to be able to talk about my pregnancy with someone who had no emotional ties to anyone involved and someone who looked at everything objectively. Life Choices helped me to understand my feelings about being pregnant and to know that those feelings and concerns were normal.
-Jess, Age 16
Common Thoughts
You might be thinking…
Does this mean I don’t love my child?
The truth is…
Planning a secure future for your child is a very loving and responsible decision.
You might be thinking…
Will my child hate me?
The truth is…
You have given your child an awesome gift…life! He or she will always respect you for your sacrifice. You will be a hero for choosing life.
You might be thinking…
Will the adoptive family love my child?
The truth is…
To a child, good parenting is about being dedicated, nurturing, and loving, rather than biology.
You might be thinking…
Abortion allows me to get my life back.
The truth is…
Life Choices wants you to reclaim the positive aspects of the life you were living before your pregnancy. Placing the needs of your child above your own will help you return to your plans for a hopeful future.
Life Choices offers…
• safe and confidential adoption planning
• trained and caring individuals who will listen to you
• adoption plans designed to meet your needs
• on-going support before, during, and after the adoption
An unplanned pregnancy doesn’t have to be the worst thing that’s ever happened to you. Let Life Choices help you get back in control of your future with a life-affirming plan.
If you desire further information regarding adoption, please call the Life Choices 24-Hour Helpline at (901)388-6262.
Our pregnancy was an unexpected detour in the plans we had for our future. Although it was very difficult to accept the fact that adoption was what we needed to do for our son, Life Choices was with my boyfriend and me every step of the way.
-Alli, Age 21 and Michael, Age 23