Adoption Support in Mount Vernon, OH - Free 24/7 Help for Birthmothers

Considering Your Options During an Unplanned Pregnancy in Mount Vernon?

If you're pregnant in Mount Vernon, Gambier, Fredericktown, or anywhere in Knox County, it’s okay to feel uncertain or scared. Whether you just found out you're expecting or have already delivered, you still have the legal right to make an adoption plan in Ohio.


At Caring for Kids, Inc. (CFK), we offer free, compassionate, and confidential support 24/7 for birthmothers across the state. You don’t have to face this alone, we’re here to walk beside you with kindness, clarity, and no judgment.

Why Mount Vernon Birthmothers Trust CFK

Since 1995, CFK has supported hundreds of Ohio birthmothers through every step of their adoption journey. Our team includes professionals, and even some birthmothers, who truly understand what you’re going through.

24/7 availability – Call or text us anytime, day or night

 Free services – Adoption is always free for birthmothers

Financial support – Help with food, rent, transportation, and maternity clothing (per Ohio law)

Prenatal care help – Guidance on finding care and applying for Medicaid

No-pressure counseling – Talk openly without expectations or deadlines

Post-placement support – Free counseling, annual birthmother retreats, and peer connections

 Support from experience – Some CFK staff members have made adoption plans themselves

Here’s what we offer to women in Mount Vernon and Knox County:

We support birthmothers across Ohio and work with local hospitals and providers to ensure your adoption journey is fully supported.

Free Services for Mount Vernon Birthmothers

Everything CFK offers is free, legal, and designed to protect and empower you.

Service What You Can Expect
24/7 Confidential Support Call, text, or message us day or night
Financial Assistance Help with rent, food, clothing, and transportation (as allowed by Ohio law)
Medical Support Help applying for Medicaid and finding prenatal care in Knox County
Choose the Family Review family profiles and select who feels right to raise your baby
Hospital Plan Creation Decide your labor and delivery preferences and who you want involved
Post-Placement Support Counseling, retreats, and community for healing and connection

What Does the Adoption Process Look Like in Mount Vernon?

Adoption doesn’t mean “giving up.” It means creating a thoughtful, loving plan for your child’s future, on your terms.

  • Step 1: Reach Out When You’re Ready

    You can call, text, or message us anytime. You don’t have to have it all figured out, we’re here to listen and explain your options.

  • Step 2: Meet in a Safe Space

    We’ll meet wherever you feel most comfortable, your home, a café, a park, a hospital, or virtually.

  • Step 3: Explore Your Adoption Options

    We’ll help you understand open adoption, semi-open adoption, and closed adoption so you can decide what feels right for you.

  • Step 4: Choose the Adoptive Family

    You’ll view adoptive family profiles and choose the one that best matches your hopes. You can also choose to meet them if you’d like.

  • Step 5: Create Your Personalized Plan

    You decide how you want your hospital experience to go, what your boundaries are, and how much contact you’d like after placement.

  • Step 6: Support After Placement

    You’ll have access to free counseling, annual retreats, and lifelong emotional support.

Our Waiting Families

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Our Matched Families

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Rachel and Maddie

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Erik & Jenna

Understanding Your Adoption Options

Every adoption plan is different. CFK helps you explore which type of adoption works best for your comfort, privacy, and preferences.

Adoption Type What It Means Good For…
Open Adoption You choose the family and stay in contact through visits, photos, or updates. Women who want an ongoing connection.
Semi-Open Adoption CFK facilitates updates while keeping your personal info private. Women who want updates without direct contact.
Closed Adoption No identifying info is shared; no updates or contact after placement. Women who want full confidentiality.

You can change or revise your plan anytime before signing legal consent after birth.

Your Legal Rights as a Birthmother in Ohio

As a birthmother, Ohio law protects your ability to make decisions with confidence.



You have the right to:

Make an adoption plan at any point—during pregnancy or after birth

Select the adoptive family

Decide between open, semi-open, or closed adoption

 Change your mind before legal consent is signed after delivery

Receive approved financial assistance for pregnancy-related needs

Access post-placement emotional and counseling support, for free

CFK ensures these rights are honored and that you feel informed and empowered every step of the way.

Supporting Women in Mount Vernon & Knox County

We serve birthmothers in:

Mount Vernon

Fredericktown

Gambier

Centerburg

Danville

Howard

All of Knox County and nearby communities

Whether you’re at home, in the hospital, or just want to talk virtually, we’ll meet you where you feel safest.

FAQ - Adoption in Mount Vernon

  • Is it too late to choose adoption after my baby is born?

    Not at all. You can make an adoption plan from the hospital or even after taking your baby home.

  • How much does adoption cost me?

    Adoption is always free for birthmothers. You may also receive financial help for pregnancy-related expenses.

  • Can I choose the adoptive family?

    Yes. You’ll review approved families and choose who feels right. You can also meet them if you want to.

  • Do I need to name the baby?

    No. Naming the baby is your choice, not a requirement for adoption.

  • What if I don’t have a car or can't travel?

    We’ll come to you or meet online, whatever makes you feel most supported.

  • Can I talk to someone even if I’m unsure about adoption?

    Absolutely. We’re here to help you understand your options with no pressure.

  • What if I’m already parenting?

    Many women who choose adoption are also raising children. CFK helps you build a plan that fits your life and family.

Our Service Regions

Adoption assistance is available throughout the state of Ohio.

Ready to Learn More or Talk?

You don’t have to decide everything today. Whether you’re thinking about adoption for the first time or are ready to make a plan, CFK is here to walk beside you.


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At Caring for Kids, Inc., we walk beside every Mount Vernon birthmother, every child, every family, every step of the way.