Considering Adoption? We’re Here for You

Are you one of the many families researching adoption in Toledo, Ohio, hoping to welcome a child to your home? Choosing Hope Adoptions helps prospective parents around the state realize their dream of growing their family.

Whether you’re just starting to explore adoption or looking for an ethical agency to partner with, our team will be beside you throughout your adoption process.

Adoptions are Connections, Not Transactions

It’s heartbreaking to know so many families abandon their dream of adopting a child because the process seems very confusing—and expensive.

It shouldn’t be that way. Of course, adopting a child requires a substantial investment, but we don’t view it as a transaction. Adoption is about connection, and that starts with your family and our team.

Choosing Hope Adoptions works with pregnant mothers and adoptive families in Lucas County, and throughout the state. So, no matter where you are, our caring, knowledgeable staff can help you connect with a birth mother and realize your dream of welcoming home your baby.

Getting Started: First Steps to Adopting a Baby

There are several steps involved when you’re adopting a child. The first step is completing your adoption application through Choosing Hope Adoption. Your application helps determine if your household meets the State of Ohio’s requirements—and ours—for adoption.

The next important step is the home study and licensing. Prospective adoptive families are required to obtain a license from the state of Ohio. We’ll help you prepare by collecting state- and federally required documentation and educating your family about adoption.

Connection to Adoption: Being Chosen by a Birth Mother

You may wonder how a family in Toledo, Ohio is chosen for adoption. Rather than collecting and compiling your details in a plain manila folder, we’ll help you create your family profile.

Your profile is presented to expectant mothers in a book. In addition to photos, you’ll show and tell what your family life is like. Knowing your values, hopes, and dreams—for you and your adopted child—gives birth families a chance to find adoptive parents with similar values and dreams for their child.

When a birth family chooses your family, the child will be placed with your family soon after the birth parents have legally terminated their parental rights.

From First Steps to Final Adoption: Setting Your Expectations

We’ve provided a condensed adoption timeline above, but it’s important to understand that placement can take as long as 1-2 years. We know that seems like a long time to wait, but we are always available and will keep you updated and informed throughout the process, whether it’s a few months or a year.

We can also assist you by pointing out resources to help you cover adoption costs. Choosing Hope Adoptions is a non-profit agency that strives to keep costs low by holding fundraisers throughout the year to cover our administrative expenses.