What about Adoption?

You may have questions about adoption if you are faced with an unplanned pregnancy. You might not be in a position to parent right now and are looking for options. Adoption is one option to consider if you are financially, emotionally, or otherwise unable to raise a child at this time.

Choosing to place a child for adoption may be considered for various reasons. It may be the best choice you can make for yourself given your current life circumstances. Placing your child for adoption may be considered as an alternative to having an abortion, or raising a child yourself. These days, private adoption in Ontario is geared to the needs of the birth parent and the child, giving the opportunity for open or closed adoption or something in between.

If adoption is an option you decide to explore, we are here to listen as well as support you in navigating your choices. Then your peer counsellor will be able to help refer you to a Ministry-licensed adoption agency that will be able to provide free adoption-related support to birth parent(s).

The decision to place a child for adoption can be made anytime during the pregnancy or even after the baby is born.

Even if you choose to meet with an adoption agency, it does not mean that your decision to choose adoption is final. An adoption agency will be able to:

• Support you in examining your choices, to ensure you that you will be confident in your decision today and in the years to come.
• Help you in creating an adoption plan.
• Walk you through the entire adoption process with you and explain what is required by you, if you choose adoption.
• Assist you in looking at family case files to select a family that you think would be best for your child.
• Provide support and assistance throughout the entire adoption process.
• Explain what happens if the birth parents change their minds after making an adoption plan or placing their child.

We at First Place Options recognize that it can be emotionally difficult for any birth parent as they plan for an adoption. We offer support throughout the entire process, throughout the pregnancy, and after the baby is placed with the adoptive family.

Our space is safe and confidential. We are committed to providing you with compassionate care and emotional support, regardless of your choice.

Please reach out to us to book an appointment to further explore your options.