Making decisions for an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially if you aren’t sure what you want to do. In order to make the most informed choice possible, you’ll need access to unbiased, accurate information about each of your options. As a trusted adoption agency for more than 30 years, Adoption Advocates can help you learn more about open adoption, but that’s not all. As part of our conversations, we’ll discuss all of your options with you, so that you can feel confident in the choice you make.
Clients in Midland, Odessa and surrounding areas in Texas, are served by adoption specialist, Alicia Ports.
Call or Text: (512) 270-8415
Email: [email protected]
Services Offered for Expectant Parents
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
An open adoption means that you get to choose the adoptive parents, and you can maintain some degree of contact with them. In an open adoption, you will always be honored as the child’s birth parent, because that’s who you are. In almost all adoption plans, the adoptive parents provide pictures and letters and exchange phone calls with birth parents. Depending on the relationship that develops between you and your adoptive parents, sometimes there is visitation. The most important thing to remember is that an open adoption is what the participants jointly decide that it should be. Open adoption is an informal agreement based on trust and respect.
No. Adoption Advocates offers all services for expectant parents, including counseling and legal services, free of cost.
As a licensed adoption agency in Texas, we may be able to provide financial assistance for pregnancy-related expenses while you make an adoption plan. Your adoption specialist can discuss your situation with you to see how much assistance you may be eligible for.
Parents who adopt from Adoption Advocates are educated to respect the special bond between the child and the birth family. By knowing you and receiving information from you, they can raise the child that knows where they came from. Although open adoption agreements are not legally enforceable in Texas, chances are that you will choose a family who you like and trust, and they will be committed to honoring their agreement with you.
It’s OK not to be sure about adoption right away. This is a really important decision! Take as much time as you need. Your adoption specialist will discuss all of your options with you — without pressure or judgment. Our goal is to provide support and answers, so that you can make an informed decision.
After speaking to an adoption specialist, you may decide that adoption is not right for you. That’s OK too. If you decide to parent, Adoption Advocates can direct you to resources to provide assistance during your pregnancy and your child’s early years.
Pregnancy can be a challenging time for many women, and it’s even more stressful if you weren’t planning for it. Luckily, there are resources near you that offer free or low-cost assistance. From pregnancy tests to maternity care hospitals, these organizations in the Midland-Odessa area can make sure both you and your baby stay healthy. If you’re uninsured, you may be eligible for Texas Pregnancy Medicaid to cover your pregnancy-related health care costs.
Midland-Odessa Pregnancy Testing & Family Planning
Regional Perinatal Center – Odessa Regional Medical Center
Medical Office Building
420 East Sixth Street, Suite 202
Odessa, TX
(432) 582-8000
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The Life Center
2101 W. Wall St.
Midland, TX 79701
(432) 683-6072
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Birthright of Odessa
2125 East 42nd Street
Odessa, TX 79762
(432) 332-0081
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Midland-Odessa Prenatal Care & Hospitals
ORMC Women & Children’s Center
520 East Sixth Street
Odessa, Texas 79761
(432) 582-8000
Website
Midland Community Healthcare Services (CHS)
400 Rosalind Redfern Grover Parkway
3rd Floor Midland Memorial Hospital
Midland, TX
(432) 681-3100
Website
Additional Resources
Texas Health & Human Services Benefits Office
3401 N. A Street
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 687-1591
Apply online
Offers assistance with SNAP, TANF and family/children’s Medicaid
Texas Health & Human Services Benefits Office
3401 N. A Street
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 687-1591
Apply online
Offers assistance with SNAP, TANF and family/children’s Medicaid
Odessa WIC
835 Tower Dr., Suite 34
Odessa, TX 79762
(432) 444-5687
Apply online
Hope Chest of Midland
400 Rosalind Redfern Grover Parkway
Midland, TX, 79701
(432) 221-1150
Get help
Nurse Family Partnership
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
(432) 552-4025
Get help
Helping Hands of Midland
1301 Brinson Lane
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 520-8900
Get help
ADVICE FROM A BIRTH MOTHER
No matter where the baby ends up, people will often feel obligated to tell you to do what they feel is right or what you “should” do. Only you know what is right for you, and what’s right for what’s growing inside you.
Sarah D. | BIRTH MOTHER
Take the First Step Now
Ready to get started? Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch to discuss your situation and see how we can help. You can also reach out directly to our Midland-Odessa adoption specialist Alicia by calling or texting (512) 270-8415.
