Can I Make An Adoption Plan for My Child?

Here is a question that I just received about adoption. I would like to share it with you:

Q: hi... i would like to know if can put my daughter in adoption she is 2 years old already. Thanks in advance!

A:  Yes, Lifetime does help with older children adoption and sibling group adoption. Sibling group adoption is when you have more than one child and you would like to keep the children together in the same adoptive family.

You have two adoption options: you may select the adoptive parents by requesting profiles and meeting prospective adoptive parents. Or, an adoption coordinator can select adoptive parents ready to adopt a child already born with your needs in mind. Either way, there is no pressure and the choice is yours with no cost for any of our services. Please call us today to learn more 1-800-923-6784 or visit our website at www.LifetimeAdoption.com.

I'm 16 and We're in Love...Are We Ready to Be Parents?

Society has changed...it used to be that it was "bad" to have a baby as a teenager. Today, plenty of girls have babies and they make it seem so simple to parent. Just watch an episode of MTV's "16 and Pregnant." There is a lot of pressure from other kids to have sex and to have a baby. Are you sure you're ready to be a mom?

Here are some things you may be wondering about if you're a pregnant teen considering parenting your baby, written by Kylie, 16:

1. Morning sickness?!
Who would want to be sick? Would you be able to handle all of that puking and being nauseous? Plus, what if it lasts throughout the whole pregnancy?

2. I've heard most girls about 30 pounds and their face plumps up.
Will you be able to look cute in maternity clothes? Doubtful! I haven't seen too many people look cute during their pregnancy. I don't want my face to change. Will I end up with a nose that swells and then never goes back to the right size? Will that "mask" that people talk about leave me 3 or 4 shades darker. I like the way that I look now. Why would I want to change?

3. Delivery a baby hurts.
Some people have even told me that they had pain while they were pregnant, when they had the baby, and after they had the baby. Would I be able to deal with all of that pain?

4. Responsibility for a little human being...I never had to be in charge of anything.
How in the world would I raise a child? I don't even know any babies. Don't babies need all types of stuff like diapers and baby milk? I'm still dealing with my own issues around doing the "right" thing. How in the world could I tell a child what to do if I can't even do the right thing like I'm supposed to all of the time?

5. I can't stand the sound of babies crying.
How can somebody deal with all of that crying, whining, and noise?!? It's not like it's the latest song. It's crying, and lots of it! What's fun about that? Plus, how would I get a baby that can't talk or do stuff for itself to stop when I get tired of hearing it? What if that baby gets sick? I think that would be too much to manage.

Other girls make having a baby seem like the cool thing to do. I don't think that it is. I have heard of girls getting pregnant and then not knowing what they could do about it. I would think that it would be really hard to make the decision between having an abortion, placing your baby for adoption, and possibly even keeping it. Before I get myself in to that situation, I'm going to really think about this pregnancy thing and all of the stuff, and of course changes, that it could cause in my life.

-by Kylie, 16

The Many Benefits of Open Adoption

Unlike years past, today's adoption has taken on a new face. No longer is everything done in secrecy to where the mother never has the pleasure of looking upon the face of her newborn child.

Many women who have thought of placing their child for adoption have found they are put off by the many inaccurate images that the word “adoption” brings to mind.

There was a time when a birth mother (the biological mother) would hear the word “adoption” and envision her child being snatched away soon after birth to disappear into oblivion; resulting in the fact that she would never know for sure that she had done the right thing. Fortunately, today the face of adoption has been dramatically altered with the practice of Open Adoption.

Open Adoption is beneficial to all who are involved, but most of all it is beneficial to the child. Click to continue reading about open adoption...

How to Tell Your Parents Your Girlfriend is Pregnant

If you're a Christian teen facing an unplanned pregnancy, this is a wonderful article to share with your baby's father:

One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a Christian teen is to unwisely indulge in unprotected sex before marriage. It becomes a nightmare when your girlfriend becomes pregnant. What's going to happen to your future? How can you grow up from a boy to a man overnight and become a dad? Will you be able to pursue your dreams of college and top-paying jobs? How will you provide for your wife and baby without a proper education? It is natural to be bombarded by all these questions. But probably the most heart-wrenching, stomach-churning question of all is this: How do I tell my parents?
You may come from a devout, God-fearing family of believers and your parents are excited about God's plan for your future. How can you now tell them that you have been sexually active and have a pregnant girlfriend? Well, as difficult as it is, you need your parents' wisdom, love, and guidance in helping your girlfriend and you make the right decision.

Before you talk to your parents, spend some time with God in prayer. If you are yet to repent and confess your poor choices, do it now. This releases you to God's forgiveness and His love will help you forgive yourself. He is bigger than all your problems. Ask Him to give you the courage and maturity to tell your parents about your girlfriend's pregnancy.

Choose the right time to talk to your parents. Sit them down and tell them you have something important to share concerning your future. As you tell them the truth, be prepared to face their anger and hurt. Your parents may have great dreams for your future and this pregnancy has not only destroyed your dreams but their dreams as well. So, be patient as they vent their emotions. When everything has calmed down, ask them to help you make the right decision. Always remember that your parents have your best interests at heart and they want to see you living the life God has planned and prepared for you.

God's grace has the power to turn your mistakes into miracles. Adoption can be seen as a God-given opportunity to be a blessing to a childless couple and to hold on to your dreams of college, work, and success. If you want to learn more about Christian adoption for your baby, visit www.LifetimeAdoption.com to find out how you can achieve your dreams while providing the best for your child.