About Adoption Financial Support
There are many different factors and emotions involved in choosing an adoption plan. Even once you decide that this option is best for you and your child, there are still many elements involved in the adoption plan — like finances — that can be difficult to manage.
While you won’t get paid for adoption, financial assistance may be available to help with everything from housing to counseling. When you work with an adoption agency that helps financially, you’ll gain the best birth family and the support you need so the transition goes more smoothly.
Adoption Differs For Each State
Every state has different laws and regulations regarding paid expenses for birthmothers. Often times, pregnant women in their last trimester are unable to work and provide for themselves, deeming them “disabled.” That’s why most states allow adoptive families to pay for their birthmother’s living expenses during the last trimester of her pregnancy as well as up to eight weeks after the baby is born.
You can learn about the money and support associated with giving a baby up for adoption in your state using OUR ADOPTION MAP.
Living Expenses for Birthmothers
As mentioned, birthmothers don’t get paid to “adopt out” their babies, but they often receive financial assistance for their costs of living. Most birthmothers receive financial coverage based on their individualized needs but only qualify for coverage on necessary living expenses, such as:
- Rent
- Utilities
- Food
- Transportation
- Phone services
- Maternity clothes
Some birthmothers may choose to stay in their current housing situation, while others may need to move for various reasons, ranging from finances to safety. Either way, we can help birthmothers cover their living expenses regardless of where they’ll be residing. When you go through the birthmother adoption process at Abby’s, we’ll help you find the appropriate housing and community services to accommodate your living expenses.
We will also assist you in creating a budget that you can rely on for all of your financial needs throughout the duration of your pregnancy. You’ll understand how to manage your finances so money is one less thing you have to worry about.
Medical Assistance
Birthmothers are required to visit a physician regularly to ensure they receive the prenatal care they need before adoption. Naturally, there are many medical expenses associated with these routine appointments. Luckily, Medicaid will cover any medical costs that arise during a birthmother’s pregnancy.
At Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions, we understand the importance of prenatal care for you and your baby. That’s why we’ll help you manage your medical costs and eliminate stress by setting you up with Medicaid. Once approved, you’ll receive coverage for any health expenses as well as costs of delivery.
Also, to help with the cost of putting a baby up for adoption, some states will also allow the adoptive parents to cover any expenses that insurance doesn’t cover. These costs could include everything from your transportation and appointments to any other medical-related expenses.
Counseling Services
Choosing adoption is a selfless decision that can provide you with the comfort of knowing your child will be supported and loved in a family. However, placing a child up for adoption can be a challenging process mentally and emotionally. Most birthmothers may need additional help working through emotions ranging from anxiety to grief.
That’s why we provide no-cost counseling services to help birthmothers manage the feelings associated with adoption. Our in-house counselors are available 24/7 for birthmothers to utilize at their convenience. We also have a local counselor who will provide assistance during and after your adoption process.
Legal Assistance
It is vital for birthmothers to know their legal rights and the parameters of their adoption agreements. We cover all legal aspects of your adoption to ensure you have the resources needed to fully understand every step of the legal process.
