What Do I Get if I Give My Baby Up for Adoption in Georgia?
You can receive financial assistance and compassionate support when you choose adoption in Georgia. With the right adoption agency, your rent, groceries, medical bills, and legal expenses can be covered — so you can focus on your health and your baby’s future.
Adoption in Georgia is always free for prospective birth mothers, and it comes with valuable support services — like counseling, matching, and post-adoption contact — all designed to help you choose a brighter future.
Contact us online today to speak with an adoption specialist who’s available 24/7 to guide you every step of the way.
What Do I Get if I Give My Baby Up for Adoption in Georgia?
It’s important to know that adoption laws vary by state. In Georgia, like in many states, birth mothers can receive financial assistance to cover certain pregnancy-related such as living expenses, medical bills, and legal fees. These forms of support are legal and designed to ensure your safety and well-being throughout the adoption process.
Adoption is a brave, selfless decision — and it creates a better future for everyone involved: your baby, you, and the adoptive family you get to choose.
"Even when I was a the hospital holding a brand-new baby in my arms, I knew that this was Chris and Lexie's child, and that I had just given her the best possible start to life," said Colleen, a birth mother who worked with American Adoptions. "There's still emotions that I feel, but it's never regret or sadness. I know this was the best decision to make for me, and I'm really happy with the way everything's turned out."
When you make this choice, you don’t just give your child a loving home. You also get the emotional and financial support you deserve as adoption is completely free for you.
Here’s the kind of support you can receive through an agency like ours:
How Much Money Can I Get for Putting My Baby Up for Adoption in Georgia?
You cannot legally be paid for placing a baby for adoption in Georgia — or anywhere in the U.S. But you can receive financial assistance to cover pregnancy-related expenses for the adoption. These expenses can include medical and legal fees as well as living expenses.
What Happens When a Baby Is Given Up for Adoption in Georgia?
Here are some general steps you can take when you know adoption is the right path for you:
Why I Gave My Baby Up for Adoption
When birth mothers talk about why they gave their baby up for adoption it’s often rooted in love. The truth is that “giving up” isn’t the right phrase even if it’s commonly used when talking about adoption — you’re choosing a future full of opportunity for your child.
You can be a part of that future too; open adoption gives you the option to stay connected. You can maintain a relationship with the adoptive family and your child. That might mean sharing letters and pictures, scheduling phone calls, or even in-person visits — whatever feels right to you.
And the journey doesn’t end after placement.
With American Adoptions, you’ll continue to receive support through post-adoption counseling and resources. Our specialists are here to help you process your emotions, adjust to life after adoption, and feel confident in the brave choice you made. You don’t have to walk this path alone — we’re here for you every step of the way.
Adoption is a lifelong journey — and it’s yours to walk at your own pace.
Get the Support You Deserve
Choosing adoption is a courageous act of love. You deserve to work with an agency that understands what you’re going through — and gives you the support, guidance, and respect you need.
Speak with an adoption specialist today to begin your journey toward a brighter future.
What Do I Get if I Give My Baby Up for Adoption in Georgia? [FAQ]
What financial benefits are given to the birth mother?
In Georgia, you can receive living expenses such as rent, utilities, groceries, and transportation, along with full coverage for medical and legal costs. These are not payments for your baby, but legal support for your health and well-being.
Can I give my 6-month-old up for adoption?
Yes, it’s possible to place a child for adoption after birth, even at 6 months old. The process is similar, and you’ll still receive support and the ability to choose your baby’s adoptive family.
How much money do you get for adopting a child?
Adoptive families may pay for the costs of adoption, but birth parents do not receive payment. Instead, they can get financial assistance and free services to support them through the process.
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