You may be dealing with some of the same fears and concerns as the mother of your child. You have entered a new phase in your life, one of bringing a life into this world.

So what can you do?

The Pregnancy Counselors at Children's Home Society & Family Services work with many men and couples who are in the decision making process regarding their pregnancy. If you and the baby's mother are still together, you can meet together or separately with a pregnancy counselor to talk about both the option of parenting as well as adoption planning.

If making an adoption plan is in your child's future...

Fathers of children do have the right and the responsibility to take part in all decision making regarding adoption planning. Many children grow up wondering who their birthfather is and never have the chance to find out. Without you, they only know half of their history. You can remove these questions from your child's mind by being a part of the planning for your child's future.

If you are interested in being notified if an adoption plan is being made for your child, you can register with the Fathers Adoption Registry. You may register any time during the 9 months of pregnancy and up until 30 days after the birth of the child. You would then be notified if an adoption plan was being made. After notice, you can file for paternity and seek to parent, you can participate in adoption planning, or you can do nothing.

How can CHSFS help me learn more about open adoption?

How can CHSFS help me look at creating a parenting plan?

Our counselors are available to offer support and decision-making counseling and planning to residents of Minnesota.

To make an appointment with one of our Pregnancy Counselors click here.