Pregnant in Lakewood, OH? Make an Informed Adoption Plan with Support

Considering Adoption in Lakewood or Cuyahoga County? You Still Have Options

If you're pregnant and unsure what to do next, it's okay to feel overwhelmed. Whether you live in Lakewood, Fairview Park, Rocky River, or anywhere in Cuyahoga County, you are not alone. You still have the right to explore all your options including adoption with compassion and clarity.


At Caring for Kids, Inc. (CFK), we have supported birthmothers across Ohio since 1995. Our services are free, confidential, and available 24/7 to help you feel safe, informed, and respected at every step.


No pressure. No judgment. Just care.

Why Lakewood Birthmothers Trust CFK

CFK has nearly three decades of experience supporting Ohio women through the adoption process. Our Lakewood-area team provides personalized care that honors your decisions, privacy, and future goals.

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24/7 availability –  Call, text, or meet with us anytime, day or night at 330-294-9811

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Adoption is always free – No cost for services, counseling, or planning

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Legal support – We help explain your rights and ensure they are protected

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Living expense assistance – Financial help for rent, groceries, transportation, and clothing (as allowed by Ohio law)

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Medical and insurance guidance – Help with Medicaid and OB care access

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Post-placement counseling – Free birthmother retreats, mental health support, and ongoing care

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Team with lived experience – Some CFK staff members are birthmothers themselves

Here’s what birthmothers can expect:

CFK works closely with medical providers across Cuyahoga County and throughout Ohio to ensure your adoption plan is respected from start to finish.

Adoption Services in Kettering - All at No Cost to You

Support Type What It Means for You
24/7 Support Always-available calls, texts, or meetings at 330-294-9811
Expense Assistance Help with rent, groceries, clothing, and transportation (legally permitted)
Medical & Insurance Help Support with Medicaid and OB care access
Adoptive Family Selection View pre-screened, home-study approved family profiles
Hospital Plan Creation Choose who supports you before, during and after delivery
Counseling & Healing Free emotional support, therapy referrals, and annual birthmother retreats

CFK ensures you never walk this path alone.

How the Adoption Process Works in Lakewood

Adoption is not about giving up, it's about creating a thoughtful plan for your baby and your future. CFK supports you through every step with compassion and care.

  • Step 1: Reach Out on Your Terms

    Call or text us anytime at 330-294-9811. We’ll simply listen and answer your questions, without pushing a decision.

  • Step 2: Meet Where You Feel Comfortable

    We can meet in your home, at the hospital, a coffee shop, or virtually wherever you feel safest.

  • Step 3: Learn About Adoption Types

    Understand your choices: open, semi-open, and closed adoption. You’re in control of the level of contact.

  • Step 4: Choose an Adoptive Family

    Review family profiles and choose the one that feels right. You can meet them if you want to.

  • Step 5: Create a Personal Hospital and Adoption Plan

    Decide who’s in the room, how delivery will go, and what kind of updates or contact you want afterward.

  • Step 6: Receive Ongoing Support

    CFK provides free counseling, peer support, and birthmother retreats for lifelong healing.

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Our Waiting Families

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Our Matched Families

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Adoption Plans: Know Your Options

Adoption Type What It Means Best For
Open Adoption Direct contact with adoptive family and child through updates, photos, or visits Women who want ongoing connection
Semi-Open Adoption CFK facilitates updates to protect your privacy Women seeking some updates with confidentiality
Closed Adoption No identifying info shared Women who prefer full privacy and closure

You can adjust your adoption plan at any point before legal consent is signed after birth.

Your Legal Rights as a Birthmother in Ohio

Ohio adoption laws protect your freedom and voice. With CFK, you have the legal right to:

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Pick the adoptive family that feels right to you

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Receive financial help during pregnancy (within legal limits)

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Change your mind before signing legal consent after birth

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Access post-placement counseling and support for free

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Choose adoption at any point during pregnancy or after delivery

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Request how open or private the adoption will be

Your comfort, your privacy, and your future are always respected.

Supporting Lakewood and Greater Cuyahoga County

We proudly serve women throughout:

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Lakewood 

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Fairview Park 

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Rocky River 

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Brooklyn 

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Parma 

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Cleveland (West Side)

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Other Cuyahoga County communities

Whether you're delivering at Cleveland Clinic Fairview, MetroHealth, or are receiving care at a local OB office, our counselors can meet you where you are.

  • Can I place my baby for adoption after birth?

    Yes. CFK supports birthmothers who decide from the hospital or even weeks later.

  • Is adoption really free?

    Yes. There is no cost for making an adoption plan. You may also qualify for financial assistance.

  • Can I change my mind?

    Yes. Your plan is flexible until you sign legal consent after delivery.

  • Will I pick the adoptive family?

    Yes. You can view profiles and choose the family that feels right to you.

  • What if I don’t have transportation?

    Our counselors will come to you at home, hospital, or virtually.

  • Will I still get support after placement?

    Yes. Counseling, retreats, and ongoing emotional care are all free.

  • Can I stay in touch with my child?

    Yes, if you choose open or semi-open adoption. You decide the contact level.

FAQ - Adoption in Lakewood

Our Service Regions

Adoption assistance is available throughout the state of Ohio.

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Ready to Talk? You Don’t Have to Decide Everything Today

You deserve support that honors your heart, your voice, and your pace. Whether you’re just beginning to think about adoption or ready to start your plan, CFK is here for you. Call us at 330-294-9811 or email us at options@cfkadopt.org.

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