Do birthparents need their parents permission to place a baby for adoption?
In California, birthparents do not need parental permission at any age to make an adoption plan. As the baby’s parent, they are considered an adult for the purposes of making decisions about their pregnancy. Most birthparents want to seek their parents’ support for their pregnancy and adoption, however, adoption is your legal decision. Even though some parents may be hurt or upset about the pregnancy, it is important to have their parents’ love and support during this difficult time if possible.
