When facing an unplanned pregnancy, you might feel scared, alone, or even worried about your future and the future of your unborn child. If your friends and family aren’t supportive during this time, it can lead to more stress and make you feel even more alone as you map out your future. Many adoption professionals provide housing options for expectant mothers who don’t have adequate outside support.
Birth Mother Housing Comes in Many Different Shapes and Sizes.
Some professionals offer a more low-key arrangement, allowing expectant mothers to stay with families who volunteer their time and space for women who are in need of a safe and secure place to stay throughout their pregnancy.
Other professionals offer a more independent living setting, where expectant mothers will share an apartment or house that more closely resembles the comforts of home, while you share your experience with other expectant mothers who are making adoption plans for their child.
Maternity homes are typically dorm-like residences which offer housing, transportation and other services to women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy and, for whatever reason, need a place to stay through the duration of their pregnancy.
All of the above options provide expectant mothers with a calm atmosphere in which to continue their pregnancy and obtain regular medical care until delivery.
Why Choose Birth Mother Housing?
Utilizing birthmother housing options allows you to have access to support staff and volunteers who are there to help counsel you in your time of greatest need. You will find support, understanding, and encouragement.
Adoption professionals who provide this service do so because they realize the importance of offering support and guidance during this emotional time. Having someone to talk to who can help you cope with the emotions surrounding your unplanned pregnancy, as well as assist you in making a successful adoption plan, is an invaluable resource. Taking advantage of birth mother housing gives you the support and advice you need at your fingertips.
Maternity Homes
Maternity homes are typically dorm-like residences which offer housing, transportation and other services to women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy and, for whatever reason, need a place to stay through the duration of their pregnancy. In addition to the typical dorm-like residences, there are some organizations that have recruited volunteer families who provide free housing for women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy and include them in their day-to-day family life. Both options allow expectant mothers a reduced stress atmosphere in which to continue their pregnancy and obtain regular medical care until delivery.
Maternity housing was a popular option in the 1950’s and 60’s which offered women a place where they could go in order to escape the stigmas associated with unplanned and unwed pregnancies. However, with the decriminalization of abortion, the wide-spread availability of birth control, as well as the changing attitudes towards single parenting in society, the numbers of maternity homes as dropped dramatically.
Maternity homes typically offer a wide range of services for women in need, ranging from counseling services and parenting classes to adoption related guidance and job training. In addition to providing guidance and support, staff and volunteers often assist expectant mothers with the process of applying for state-funded aide and other available public assistance.
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Staying in a maternity home during your pregnancy is often free of charge, as are most of the services provided during your stay. Each maternity home operates differently, so it will be important for you to ask questions and find out what is expected of you, if you intend to utilize the option of staying in a maternity home during your pregnancy.
Maternity housing is a great option for expectant mothers who wish to make a decision regarding their future as well as the future of their unborn child, without the pressure that can come from friends and family who may not be supportive.
Visit the Adoption.com Professionals Directory to learn more about the housing options available to you in your state or across the country.
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If you need someone to talk to who will support you in your adoption plan while offering you a safe place to stay during your pregnancy, consider contacting an adoption professional. Click here to browse our directory of adoption professionals.