My name is Claudia. In 2008 I was struggling and homeless. I was staying in a shelter along with two of my four daughters in South Florida. I felt so bad not being able to provide a home for my children and their father was not helping me. Finding out I was pregnant again was…
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Why is a proof of pregnancy necessary if I am considering to place my baby for adoption?

Why a proof of pregnancy is important and how to get one. What is a proof of pregnancy necessary if I am considering to place my baby for adoption? A proof of pregnancy is a document verified by medical staff stating that you have received a positive pregnancy test and highlights your estimated due date…
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If I place my baby for adoption in Florida, do I get to see him/her before I leave the hospital?

Yes! When you make an adoption plan in Florida, you can see your baby and have as much time as you want before going home. During your hospital stay, you get to decide if you want your baby to stay in your room or to stay in the nursery, or a combination of both. Sometimes,…
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What happens if my family does not agree with my private adoption plan in Florida or Alabama?

Choosing to make an adoption plan and place your baby for adoption is a decision that we know birth parents make after a lot of research and consideration of all their options. Even still, there are times when our birth mother’s share with us that their family is unsupportive. Usually, this is due to them…
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Can I have visits with my baby and the adoptive family? What happens during an annual visit with my adoptive family?

Whether we are working with you to create a private adoption plan in Florida or Alabama, ACF Adoptions will always review all types of post placement communication birth parents can have with the adoptive family they choose during the process. We will review the type of contact you would like to have prior to birth,…
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