Adoption Plan
Explore your pregnancy options and find compassionate, confidential support with Alaska Adoption Services.
Adoption Plan FAQ
What is an Unplanned Pregnancy?
An unplanned pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs when it was not expected, planned, or desired at that particular time. An unplanned pregnancy can happen to anyone, regardless of age, relationship status, income level, education, or life circumstances. Some women know immediately what they want to do. Others need time to process the news and explore their options. There is no "right" way to feel after learning you are pregnant.
Unplanned Pregnancy vs. Unexpected Pregnancy
The terms unplanned pregnancy and unexpected pregnancy are often used interchangeably.
An unexpected pregnancy generally refers to a pregnancy that comes as a surprise, while an unplanned pregnancy refers to a pregnancy that was not intentionally planned. In reality, many women use both terms to describe the same experience.
Whether your pregnancy was unexpected, unplanned, or both, you deserve support and accurate information as you consider your next steps.Receiving Support During Pregnancy
What Is a Crisis Pregnancy?
A crisis pregnancy is a term often used when a woman feels that her pregnancy creates an urgent or difficult situation. This might involve:
Financial concerns
Housing instability
Relationship problems
Domestic violence
Health issues
Lack of family support
Educational or career concerns
Feeling emotionally unprepared for parenthood
If you are experiencing a crisis pregnancy, you do not have to navigate it alone. Support services are available, and there are people who genuinely want to help.
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An adoption plan is a personalized set of decisions that outlines how you would like the adoption process to proceed, including selecting an adoptive family, determining openness, and creating a hospital plan.
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No. You can begin creating an adoption plan at any point during your pregnancy, and some parents make an adoption plan after their baby is born.
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Yes. You have the opportunity to review waiting family profiles and choose the family you feel is the best fit for your child.
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Many adoptions today include ongoing communication. You can discuss open adoption options with your adoption specialist.
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Your adoption plan can change throughout your pregnancy. We encourage you to ask questions and take the time you need to make informed decisions.
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No. Services provided to expectant parents through Alaska Adoption Services are free.
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That's okay. We provide information about all of your pregnancy options so you can make the decision that feels right for you and your situation.
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Yes. We work with expectant parents and birth families throughout Alaska and provide support statewide.
