Adoption: an alternative solution to abortion

Adoption is a beautiful and selfless act that has the potential to change lives forever. It is the process of creating a permanent family for a child who is in need of one, either because they have been orphaned or because their biological parents were unable to care for them. While abortion ends the life of a developing child, adoption provides a chance for an unplanned pregnancy to turn into a positive outcome for all parties involved. But what exactly are the benefits of adoption?

Adoption provides life to a child

Adoption allows a kid to be born and given a chance at life. This is significant because every child has the right to survive and be cherished. A birth mother who chooses adoption gives her child the gift of life and the opportunity to grow up in a stable and loving family. The child will have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential, which would not be possible if they were aborted.

Adoption provides adopted children with a secure and caring home where they can grow and thrive. It provides children with the benefits of being a part of a family, such as emotional support, stability, and a sense of belonging. Adopted children can also benefit from a stable home environment, such as a safe place to live, education, and healthcare.

Adoption provides a sense of peace

When confronted with an unexpected pregnancy, a birth mother may feel overwhelmed and worried about her future, as well as worried about providing a stable future for her child; this uncertainty for her and her child may lead to the decision to purse an abortion. However, by choosing adoption, she can take solace in knowing that she has made a loving and selfless decision for her child by placing her infant up for adoption and by doing so, has given her child the experience to enjoy a wonderful life.

Additionally, the birth mother has the choice of how to conduct the adoption process. An open adoption permits some level of contact between the birth mother, adoptive parents and the child adopted. This could involve the sharing of pictures, letters, making phone calls and video chats ^[1]. When choosing abortion, mothers might forever wonder what life their child could have had had they not gone through with their abortion. Hence one of the greatest advantages of an open adoption over an abortion, is the chance to know your child and watch him or her grow up and lead a successful life.

Another kind of adoption method is a closed adoption, sometimes known as a secret adoption. This method protects privacy on both sides, with the birth mother and adoptive family knowing little to nothing about each other. It also means that there will be no contact with the child following the adoption process. Keeping adoption, a secret may be required in certain abusive situations to protect the potential birth mother and her baby while also avoiding problems with unsupportive relatives or family members.

Adoption is safe and provides joy to adoptive parents

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), “infertility is a global health issue affecting millions of people of reproductive age worldwide…..between 48 million couples and 186 million individuals have infertility globally”^[2].

Adoption is a realistic choice for families who are have difficulties in conceiving a child because it allows them to achieve their dream of becoming parents. By opening their hearts and homes to a child whose mother can’t support them, adoptive parents have the opportunity to make a positive and lasting impact on the world. Adoptive families provide a child with a safe, loving, and positive environment, under which a child can grow under the protection of an affectionate family, eternally grateful in having a child they always wanted. This love and support for a child given to them by their adoptive family can have a significant impact on their future and overall well-being.

Adoption provides legal protections

Adoption also gives birth mothers and adoptive families legal protection. Adoption is a legal process in which parental rights and duties are transferred from the birth mother to the adoptive family. This procedure ensures that the adoption is handled in an ethical and legal manner by providing specific rights and protections to all parties involved. This also ensures that the birth mother’s rights are safeguarded and that she has a say in the adoption process, including the type of family with whom her child should be placed.

Conclusion

In summary, adoption is a healthy alternative to abortion. It provides birth mothers with an opportunity to make a positive choice for their unborn child, while also taking care of their own emotional and physical well-being. It provides families with the opportunity to become parents, offers legal protections for all parties involved, and has a positive impact on society. ✸