A Resource When You Need It Most We understand that an unexpected pregnancy can be very stressful. Even if you are in a relationship, experiencing an unplanned pregnancy can leave you feeling isolated, especially when you need to think about your options. But you don’t have to go through this alone. If you’re pregnant and […]
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In today’s society, pregnancy announcements have become a big deal. People assemble elaborate photos and videos to share online. The reaction is almost always very positive as people like, comment, and express their excitement with the person who is expecting. For women experiencing an unexpected pregnancy, the situation is often quite different, especially if you’re planning on creating an adoption plan for your child. It’s not just a question
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We all know there can be a stigma around discussing your mental health in our society today. It can feel as though if you don’t have something positive to say, you just shouldn’t say anything at all. Even if it’s about yourself. Feeling this way can be lonely and dangerous, especially when you’re bringing a
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Medical technology has come a long way in all areas of medicine. This has allowed our medical professionals to use tools and technology to better help their patients, answer more questions, and ultimately save countless more lives. In the area of pregnancy and care in utero, we have seen many advances as well. When your
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It’s natural for an expecting mom to have concerns when considering adoption. There’s the uncertainty of letting go of a child once it’s born. They fear that they might change their mind when the time comes. They wonder if the adoptive family will make good parents. Some may even wonder whether their child will be adopted in the
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As a birthmom, choosing to have your child adopted by a loving family is a wonderful and brave decision. However, some women fear that once they decide to make an adoption plan, they will lose control over how their unborn child’s future is handled. Expecting parents have complete control over their pregnancy and their child’s future up until the moment
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Many assume that mothers who make an adoption plan for their child are single, recently broken-up, or in an otherwise unstable relationship. This is not always the case, however. In fact, some happily married couples choose to have their child adopted. Sometimes, a married couple finds themselves unexpectedly pregnant. Other times, they may have been
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In an effort to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the state of Ohio has been placed under a stay at home advisory. Schools are closed, events are cancelled, restaurants have shut their doors, and many offices are operating remotely. It is the responsibility of all of us to help “flatten the curve” of this virus, making sure there’s
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If you’re pregnant and unsure of whether or not you’re in a position to care for a child, it’s important to consider your options. Two options available to expecting birthmoms are adoption and foster care. While these options are familiar to almost everyone, many aren’t sure what the distinctions are between the two choices. On the surface, adoption and foster care serve a very similar function.
Adoption vs. Foster Care – Which is Right for Me? Read More »
There are around 3000 adoption agencies across the US. While all of them serve the same general function of finding homes for children, they go about doing so in different ways. At Choosing Hope Adoptions, we strive to provide ethical adoption services. This means going above and beyond the basic duties required of an adoption agency and creating a system of support for
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