We're here for you
every step of the way
Making an adoption plan is a very courageous and selfless parenting choice, and our compassionate staff is available to help you create a customized plan.
The Adoption Process
Contact Us
We understand adoption can be a difficult decision and we’re here to support you. Contact us so we can support you and explain your options.
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Texting or calling 702-385-3351
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Emailing adoptions@sacredheart.com
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Using chat
Make a Plan
Each adoption plan is unique and customized to fit you. We will help you as you make the following decision:
Choosing an open, semi-open, or closed adoption
You can choose if you would like to meet with the adoptive parents before or after your delivery, have little contact, or no contact. Ultimately, you decide how much contact you have with the baby after their birth.
Choosing the Adoptive Family
You have the option to choose the adoptive parents. Each eligible family has completed extensive background checks, home studies, and education. They are eager to raise a child in a loving happy home. Click here to view our waiting families.
Delivery and Medical Care
You are able to receive assistance with medical costs for pregnancy and delivery for you and the baby. We will help you apply for Medicaid or you will receive financial support from the adoptive family. As we develop a birth plan we will help you choose where you would like to give birth and whom you would like to be present during the delivery.
Paperwork
We will work with you to complete all necessary paperwork and documentation to complete the adoption.
Support Through Pregancy
You will meet with a Loving Heart Adoptions advocate throughout your pregnancy to offer emotional support and guidance. We can connect you with community resources including assistance with prenatal care, food, ID’s and clothing as well as provide transportation to appointments. If needed, we will also help you apply for Medicaid.
Placement
72 hours after the birth of the child, birthparents can sign documents relinquishing their parental rights. We will help and guide you in this process. The relinquishment could occur in the comfort of your home, Loving Heart Adoptions’ office, or another location.
The Adoption Process
Contact Our Team to Get Started
Speak with one of our caring Social Workers to get started. Together we can discuss your options and potential adoption plan.
Make a Plan
Each adoption plan is unique and customized to fit you! We will help you as you choose an adoption plan that works best for you.
Types of Adoptions
Open
- An open adoption in which the birthparent(s) choose the prospective adoptive parent(s). There is full disclosure of identifying information between the prospective adoptive parent(s) and the birthparent(s). All parties meet and are free to establish the level of relationship that is most comfortable for all concerned. This type of adoption generally consists of ongoing direct sharing of letters and pictures and may include periodic visits.
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Please note: You do have the option to make a Post Adoptive Contact Agreement before relinquishments are signed with a lawyer.
Semi-Open
- As a semi-open adoption, the birthparent(s) may choose the prospective adoptive parent(s). The two families may decide to meet at the agency to agree on an adoption plan. Last names, addresses, and other identifying information remain confidential. This type of adoption generally includes ongoing sharing of letters and pictures through the agency.
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Please note: You do have the option to make a Post Adoptive Contact Agreement before relinquishments are signed with a lawyer.
Closed
- Adoption in which the agency determines the adoptive parent(s). The parties involved have no direct contact and no ongoing communication - all information remains confidential.
Choosing the Adoptive Family
Depending on the adoption plan you choose, you have the option to select the adoptive parents. Each eligible family has completed extensive background checks, home studies, and parenting education. When you begin the adoption process, we will show you multiple prospective adoptive family profiles to consider that align with the preferences of both parties. Each family is enthusiastic about raising a child in a loving and happy home. Click here to view our waiting families.
Delivery and Medical Care
You can receive assistance with living expenses and medical costs for pregnancy and the birth of your baby. Depending on your situation, we will help you apply for Medicaid, or you will receive financial support from the adoptive family. As we develop a birth plan, we will help you choose where you would like to give birth and whom you would like to be present during the delivery.
Paperwork
We will work with you to complete all the necessary paperwork and documentation to complete the adoption.
Support Throughout Pregnancy and Beyond
You will meet with a Loving Hearts Social Worker throughout your pregnancy, who will offer emotional support and guidance about parenting decisions. We can also connect you with community resources, including assistance with prenatal care, food, IDs, and clothing as well as provide transportation to appointments. If needed, we can also help you apply for Medicaid. After the placement is complete, you can continue receiving care through the Birthmother Support Group and counseling with a Loving Hearts Adoption Services Social Worker.
Placement
72 hours after the birth of the child, birthmothers can sign documents relinquishing their parental rights. We will help and guide you in this process. The relinquishment could occur in the comfort of your home, Loving Heart Adoptions Services’ office, or another location.
Waiting Families
Every Adoptive Family completes extensive background checks, home studies, and parenting education. Each family is ready to become loving parents. When you begin the adoption process, we will show you multiple prospective adoptive family profiles to consider that align with the preferences of both parties. It is a requirement that each adoptive family that is placed with a baby participate in weekly and/or monthly supervision.
Contact us to learn more about Loving Heart Adoption Service's waiting families!
Birthfather
The rights of the birthfather are equal to that of the birthmother. Birthfathers are encouraged to be involved in the creation of a loving adoption plan. Contact our team for more information by calling 702-385-3351, emailing us, or using the chatbox below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valeria, Birth Mother
“My experience with Loving Hearts Adoption Services was very unique. They helped me place two children, a boy and girl. Although it was a quite difficult situation, the staff was friendly, helpful and professional. I have a total six children. All of whom I love and adore. The families of children are so far as I've noticed loving towards kids. They are a great agency to go through when faced with such a troubling situation.”
Aurora, Birth Mother
“My baby was matched perfectly with careful thought and a lot of love. My child is being raised with all the love she needs. I recommend anyone who wants to give their children a better life to call Loving Hearts Adoption Services."
TESTIMONIALS
Loving Stories
We are proud to be a certified Knee to Knee
Post Placement Care Agency!
Knee to Knee is a post placement care network by the Lifetime Healing Foundation dedicated to not only educating adoption professionals on the importance of lifetime resources and support for women that make the decision to place their child(ren) for adoption, but also to provide concrete tools to help them be successful when providing these services.
Through an established and tested national training we hope to bring a vital and mission piece of ethical adoption to the forefront and create a new standard in post-placement care.
Learn more about this curriculum program here.