What happens after the baby is born?
After the baby is born you will most likely remain in the hospital for 24 hours before you are released. It is your choice how much contact you wish to have with the baby at the hospital. If you have chosen a family, they will be informed of your progress. If you want them at the hospital with you, that may be arranged. We will go at your pace. You are in charge. You will be required to fill out the birth certificate and other hospital forms while there, along with your release signature to the new adoptive parents. Your adoption support counselor will be there to help you every step of the way at the hospital and for more support while helping you finalize plans regarding legal documents, etc.
If you decide to make an adoption plan, you will choose how you want your hospital experience to be. Our adoptive families are able to bring the baby directly home from the hospital, if that is what you choose. Some women choose to be supported by an adoptive family in the hospital. Some women choose to have their friends or family members there. Some women prefer to have some alone time with the baby in the hospital. Our counselors can help you to decide what would feel the most comfortable for you.
After the baby is born you will most likely remain in the hospital for 12-24 hours before you are released. The adoptive family will be at the hospital with your baby and if you would like to see your baby and spend time that is o.k. You need to let every one know what you are most comfortable with at the hospital. The hospital social worker will meet with you to sign a birth certificate and hospital release form. We will make sure you have transportation home and your baby will go home from the hospital with the adoptive family. Arrangements with your adoptive family regarding contact after the baby is born (i.e. phone calls, pictures, letters, etc.) should be made.
