Talk about adoption so people will know that parenting and open adoption are the only life-affirming options for an unintended pregnancy. 

WHY TALK ABOUT ADOPTION?

 So far, it is estimated that over 63 million elective abortions have occurred in the United States alone since Roe v Wade*

  • Less than 2 percent of women facing an unintended or unplanned pregnancy will choose adoption*
  • For each baby that is placed for adoption, it’s estimated there were at least 36 couples hoping to adopt that baby*
  • Around four out of 10 unintended pregnancies will end in abortion*

WHEN WE DO NOT  TALK ABOUT ADOPTION, WE …

  • Increase the desire for abortion
  • Fuel the stigma surrounding the choice of adoption for men and women who are abortion-determined
  • Eradicate state adoption regulation laws that prioritize the rights and needs of birth parents, adoptees, and waiting adoptive families.

WHEN WE TALK ABOUT ADOPTION, WE …

  • Decrease the desire for abortion
  • End the stigma surrounding the choice of adoption for men and women who are abortion-determined
  • Support state adoption regulation laws that prioritize the rights and needs of birth parents, adoptees, and waiting adoptive families.

AND WE …

  • Encourage individuals to feel comfortable discussing adoption.
  • Promote open dialogue about adoption within communities.
  • Ensure that individuals facing unintended pregnancies have immediate access to a range of parenting and ethical adoption resources in their local areas.
  • Provide potential birth parents with accurate information and support throughout their unique adoption journey, including pre-relinquishment support.
  • Expand women’s choices, enhance their self-determination, and improve the health and well-being of all families.

STEPS:

  1. Create awareness

    Talk about adoption in your home, community, and peacefully at your local abortion centers.

  2. End the stigma

    Encourage change by supporting and advocating for ethical state adoption regulation laws that prioritize the rights and needs of birth parents, adoptees, and genuine waiting adoptive families.

  3. Support potential birth parents

    When expectant mothers and fathers are confident in their decision, parenting or open adoption will be their ultimate choice for an unplanned pregnancy.

*See statistics