Mother's Day is a special occasion dedicated to honoring the women who have shaped our lives with love, care, and guidance. While many of us celebrate our own mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures on this day, it's also an opportunity to recognize and appreciate another group of remarkable women: birth mothers. The role of a birth mother is often complex and deeply emotional. These are the women who made the courageous decision to place their children for adoption, choosing a path of love and selflessness for the well-being of their babies. Their choice is one of the most profound acts of love imaginable, and Mother's Day offers a chance to honor and celebrate their bravery, strength, and sacrifice. Recognizing Her on Mother’s Day Celebrating your child's birth mom on Mother's Day can be a beautiful way to acknowledge her role in your family's story and show gratitude for the gift she has given. Here are some heartfelt ways to celebrate and honor birth moms on this special day: If your adoption is open: Invite her to spend that Saturday before Mother’s Day with you doing something she loves. For over 30 years, the Saturday before Mother’s Day has been recognized as National Birth Mother’s Day. If she lives nearby, consider inviting her to your Mother’s Day festivities. If not, invite her virtually to your event. If you have her address, send her a Mother’s Day card with a small gift. Gifts could include a locket with her child’s photo, a letter and picture from her child, or a packet of Forget-Me-Not seeds to remind her you’ll never forget her. If your adoption is semi-open: Send a card and gift through your adoption coordinator at Adoption Angels. Have the agency arrange a meeting at the office if you live nearby. Consider planting a tree or flower in her honor at your home. You could post a message on social media thanking “our birth mother” for her extraordinary courage. Add the hashtag #NationalBirthMothersDay. For older children, consider creating a brief video of them honoring their first mother and letting her know they love her. Create a Memory Book Mother’s Day is the time to highlight some of the other special moments. A hardbound book is a perfect way to say, “thank you.” Online businesses such as Mixbook , Shutterfly , and Picaboo let you create beautiful memory books. Companies like Kith and Kin let you share the book's creation with family members so they can add memories, too. Adoption Angels asks adoptive parents to share pictures and letters every month for the first six months, then two times a year until the child reaches the age of 18. Although they send the required photos, adoptive parents have many others that aren’t shared. Include photos of your birth mother and her child or other milestones and special occasions if possible. Remind Your Child of Their Birth Story Retelling your child's adoption story is essential. You want them to honor and love their birth mothers and acknowledge the unique role that they play in their lives. Your child’s birth mother was selfless and helped create your family. Recognize her as a significant figure who has contributed to the richness and diversity of your family's story. Knowing their story from an early age makes adoption normal and seen in a positive light. It also lets them know just how special and loved they are by so many. Talk about their birth mother, pray for her, and mention her with kindness. Instill in your children a love for her, especially on Mother’s Day.  Do You Have Questions About Adoption? Whether you are a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy or a couple wanting to adopt, a member of our staff is happy to answer your questions. We’ve assisted birth mothers and potential adoptive parents for over 40 years. For expectant mothers, please fill out our confidential online contact form , and we will contact you shortly. If you are a couple wanting more information about adoption, please start the process here . To all of our birth mothers and adoptive mothers, we wish you a very Happy Mother’s Day!

As the realization that you are unexpectedly pregnant begins to sink in, you have a big decision to make. If you are considering making an adoption plan for your child, find an adoption agency that offers one-on-one guidance and attention. You deserve the best care possible. Deciding If Adoption Is Right For You The options of parenting or placing your child for adoption are complicated. How do you decide what’s best for you? Discuss the pros and cons with someone you trust and learn as much as possible. You want to be able to make a confident decision. To know if adoption is your best option, talk with an adoption agency that will take the time to explain the process. Their adoption coordinator should be involved in your life and work closely to help you find the right solution. Questions To Consider As you begin evaluating adoption agencies, ask some of the following questions: What type of services do they provide a prospective birth mother? How will they handle communication with you? What kind of adoption plans do they offer? Are their services free? Who chooses the adoptive family? How are they licensed? Can they help you if you’ve already given birth? Learn More About Adoption Angels At Adoption Angels, we offer the highest level of care for our expectant and birth mothers. We treat all our clients with the respect and dignity they deserve. You become family, not a case number. A licensed adoption agency only requires the agency to meet with the birth mother twice during her pregnancy. Our adoption counselors meet weekly with the women we serve, preferably in person. Our agency offers various free services and assistance to help an expectant mother during her pregnancy. At Adoption Angels, you can receive the following: Free Living expenses, including Rent, Utilities, Food, and other necessities Free Medical care, including Prenatal, Hospital visits, and Delivery Free Counseling to help you throughout your adoption journey and beyond? Free Transportation to and from the agency, doctor’s appointments, and the hospital 24/7 Care and Support to assist you at any time Free L egal services Free Resources Whether you are expecting, or you’ve already given birth, you should be the one to select the potential adoptive couple to raise your child. We'll provide portfolios of loving and qualified families to choose from when you make an open or semi-open adoption plan. Adoption Angels is a licensed adoption agency regulated by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. We must follow and meet the minimum standards for a child-placing agency set forth by the Child-Care Licensing Division. Of course, we go above and beyond with our services. Contact Us Your first visit with us is purely informational. We’ll discuss your current situation and explain the adoption process. We want you to be able to make a confident decision. If you wish to learn more about adoption, call or text us 24/7 at (210) 227-2229 or fill out our confidential contact form . We look forward to meeting you!

If you have discovered you are unexpectedly pregnant, you are most likely trying to figure out your options. We understand this is a difficult time. When deciding what to do, you must consider your emotional and physical support, finances, plans for the future, and current responsibilities. As you consider your next step, think about how placing your child for adoption can help your situation. 1. You Lack Physical and Emotional Support Parenting, especially single parenting, is difficult. Parenthood becomes overwhelming without the assistance of a spouse, partner, or family member. Well-meaning people say they intend to help you when the baby comes, but they don’t understand the amount of help you need. It’s important to have a solid network of people around you who can assist you. If you lack support, consider making an adoption plan for your child. With adoption, you can choose a family to raise your child. At Adoption Angels, we offer free counseling to help you emotionally through your adoption journey. We are available to you 24/7 with care and support. 2. You Have Financial Needs Did you know that while you put together your adoption plan, Adoption Angels can provide financial assistance for pregnancy-related expenses? Through our agency, you can receive: Free living expenses for rent, utilities, food, and maternity clothing Free medical services, including prenatal care and delivery Free transportation to and from doctor’s visits and the agency. Free counseling Free legal services No reputable adoption agency should ever ask you to pay for adoption services, but there is financial help available for you. 3. You Want to Pursue Plans for the Future When you place your baby for adoption, you can focus on your own personal and professional goals. This can include finishing school, pursuing a career, or improving your financial situation. Because of a federal government ruling called Title IX, schools have to make special arrangements for pregnant women to continue classes and class assignments. Although having your baby will require time away, you can move forward after you place your child. Our counselors promise to walk this road with you. Making an adoption plan is hard, but we will be there to provide emotional and financial support. 4. Already Caring For Others If you already have other children in your home, discovering an unexpected pregnancy can be overwhelming. You know the necessary finances, energy, and time isn’t there to raise another little one. There is no shame in realizing you’ve reached the end of your abilities and need to place this next child for adoption. It is a difficult decision, but by choosing an open or semi-open plan, you can still gain information, have a relationship, and know they are safe and loved. 5. The Need to Focus on You Do you feel you are too young or too old to parent? Perhaps you never wanted to be a parent, your overall physical or mental health isn’t good, or you worry about your child’s safety. All of these issues can be obstacles to successful parenting. It could be more important to focus on yourself at this time. As the birth mother, you choose the adoption plan and pick the potential adoptive couple. You can build a relationship with your child and have the ability to explain why you chose adoption for them. They, in turn, can connect with their birth family and ask important questions. Adoption, as well as your other choices for your unexpected pregnancy, is a difficult decision. Our adoption counselors are available to explore this option with you. Contact Adoption Angels to discuss the benefits of choosing adoption. We’re here to offer the hope and support you need. Fill out our confidential Contact Form , and we will get in touch with you shortly.

For many, adoption is uncharted territory. It’s not uncommon to know an adopted person, but understanding the adoption process is another story. Whether you are a woman considering placing your child for adoption or a couple wanting to adopt, keeping an open mind is critical. Opportunities you never thought possible might present themselves, and you will want to be ready. An Expectant Woman’s Journey An unplanned pregnancy can be a difficult road to navigate. As you choose to continue your pregnancy, you have many decisions in front of you. You may have experienced opposition from your family, friends, or partner, and the fear of judgment and pressure can make you feel isolated and alone. As you contemplate placing your child for adoption, our goal is to help you understand and discuss the different options with you. If adoption is right for you, then you have the opportunity to select the potential adoptive couple for your child and meet them to ensure you feel they are the best. As you look through the bios of couples, keep an open mind. You never know what might grab your attention. Simple things can make a world of difference. Are they music fans? Do they love Chinese food? Are they part of a big extended family? Make sure what is special to you is important to them. Be open to the type of adoption plan, too. There are many ways to stay in touch with your child and their family, but you may need more time for a completely open adoption, or maybe you are more comfortable with a semi-open adoption. The choice is totally up to you. An Adoptive Couple’s Journey Just like a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy, your road to adoption has been challenging. As you move forward in the process, it is vital to keep an open mind. Resist preconceived ideas of what your family will look like. Creating a family through adoption isn’t a spreadsheet. There are no columns to check off or tabulations to make. More than anyone in the process, you need to be completely open. Are you willing to adopt a child with drug exposure? A different race? Special needs? Be honest, but be open. You must also be open to the adoption plan the expectant mother wants. If a completely open adoption frightens you and you insist on a semi-open adoption only, you limit who will view your bio. Make the stretch and discuss your fears with your adoption coordinator. How Adoption Angels Can Pave the Way At Adoption Angels, the expectant mother and the potential adoptive couple become family. We want to get to know both of you as closely as possible. Our adoption caseworkers strive to provide the highest level of care, comfort, and support. For women contemplating an adoption plan, we provide services and assistance at no cost to you. A recent national survey found that birth mothers who received accurate information about the adoption process were more satisfied. The same survey determined the number one reason birth mothers were more satisfied with their decision was because they didn’t feel coerced. At Adoption Angels , we let you decide every aspect of the process. We will answer your questions, discuss your situation, and give you the freedom to choose. Fill out our Confidential Contact Form online or call or text us 24/7 at 210-227-2229. We also provide education, support, and guidance for potential adoptive couples. We invite you to review our services and eligibility requirements. When you’re ready, fill out our Start the Process form. We’re thankful both of you have chosen Adoption Angels.

Hello & Thank You , We admire your courage in making an adoption plan. We have been praying for you and your child, for a healthy pregnancy, and for your wisdom and strength as you choose prospective parents to walk beside you during this adoption journey. We want to thank you for taking the time to look over our photo book.  We are Mark and Julie. We have been together for over 14 years and have always wanted to grow our family. After four long years of infertility struggles, we decided adoption was the way we were going to create our happy family. Our son Gideon joined our family through adoption in 2021, and we hope he will soon have a sibling to play with. We both have siblings and know the wonderful bond that can grow, especially when they are close in age. We are fortunate that Julie can be a stay-at-home mom. She has a wealth of life lessons to pass along to our children, and she incorporates problem-solving into our daily lives. Our families and friends are also excited to welcome your child into our loving community. There will be many years of fun family events and adventurous play dates. We promise to provide your child with unconditional love, a comforting home, a fantastic education, and endless support in all he/she sets out to do in life. We look forward to getting to know you. We believe it is important for your child to know the love you have for them and that love is what brought them into our family. We hope to have an opportunity to develop an ongoing relationship with you and we will respect the level of contact that you are most comfortable with. We are excited to continue to grow our family through adoption. We have been praying for you, your pregnancy, and your child. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to introduce ourselves to you! Sincerely, Mark & Julie