Missouri

Consent Birthmother 48 hours after birth
Consent Birthfather Anytime before or after birth
Consent Execution Judge or notary witness
Consent Revoke Time Anytime prior to judge approval
Termination State Agency No
Termination Birthfather Registry Yes
Finalization Time 6 months
Finalization None Resident Finalize Yes
Finalization Utilize Other State Depends
Birthmother Expenses Allowed Yes
Birthmother Expenses Allowed Max Not Specified
Birthmother Expenses Allowed Max with Court Not Specified
Birthmother Expenses Allowed Post Pardum 4-6 weeks
Birthmother Expenses Allowed Payable by State Agency No
Birthmother Expenses Medical Allowed Yes
Birthmother Expenses Medical Allowed Max Not Specified
Requirements Same Sex Depends
Requirements Single Parent Yes
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