Considering Adoption in Willoughby, OH - Learn Your Options with Caring Support

Facing an Unexpected Pregnancy in Willoughby?

If you're pregnant and unsure of what to do next, you are not alone. Whether you live in Willoughby, Eastlake, Wickliffe, or anywhere in Lake County, it’s normal to feel uncertain, afraid, or overwhelmed by an unplanned pregnancy.


At Caring for Kids, Inc. (CFK), we offer free, confidential, and compassionate adoption services to birthmothers across Ohio. Since 1995, we’ve supported women at every stage of pregnancy and even after birth as they explore their options and consider what’s best for their child and future.



You don’t need to have all the answers. You deserve a space where you feel safe, informed, and supported.

Why Willoughby Birthmothers Trust Caring for Kids

Choosing adoption is a deeply personal decision. Our team is here to provide facts, listen without judgment, and offer real help.

Here’s what you can expect from CFK:

24/7 availability – Call or text day or night, including weekends and holidays

Free adoption support – There is never any cost to you

Help with living expenses – Ohio law allows support for rent, food, maternity clothing, and more

Non-judgmental environment – Your voice and choices are always respected

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

Guidance on prenatal care – We'll help you apply for Medicaid and access healthcare

Support from real experience – Some of our staff members are birthmothers too

We support birthmothers across Lake County and northeast Ohio, working with local hospitals and care providers to ensure your adoption journey is fully supported.

Free Services Available to Willoughby Birthmothers

Service How CFK Helps
24/7 Support You can reach us by call or text anytime day or night
Financial Assistance Help with rent, food, transportation, maternity needs (allowed under Ohio law)
Prenatal Support Guidance with Medicaid applications and medical care
Choose the Family Review and select from adoptive family profiles
Create a Hospital Plan Make decisions about how your hospital stay will look
Counseling & Retreats Free emotional care before and after placement, including annual retreats

What Does the Adoption Process Look Like in Willoughby?

Adoption is not about “giving up your baby.” It’s about creating a loving plan when parenting doesn’t feel possible. Here’s how the process typically works with CFK:

  • Step 1: Contact CFK When You’re Ready

    Call, text, or fill out our online form. We’re here to listen without pressure.

  • Step 2: Meet Where You Feel Comfortable

    We can meet in person, at your home, virtually, or wherever feels right to you.


  • Step 3: Learn About Types of Adoption

    Understand the difference between open, semi-open, and closed adoption. You decide what level of contact feels best.


  • Step 4: Choose the Right Adoptive Family

    We’ll provide adoptive family profiles. You can choose the family you feel most connected to and meet them if you'd like.


  • Step 5: Make a Personalized Adoption Plan

    You choose how your hospital experience will go, what support you’d like, and what kind of relationship (if any) you want with the adoptive family.


  • Step 6: Access Post-Placement Support

    Our care doesn’t end at placement. You’ll have access to counseling, retreats, and a community of birthmothers.


Our Waiting Families

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Our Matched Families

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Adoption Types Explained

Adoption Type What It Means Best For
Open Adoption You choose the family and maintain direct contact after placement. Women who want an ongoing relationship
Semi-Open Adoption CFK shares updates for you without revealing identities. Women who want privacy with occasional updates
Closed Adoption No contact or updates; identities remain confidential. Women who prefer complete privacy

Your plan is flexible. You can change your mind before legal consent is signed after birth.

Your Legal Rights as a Birthmother in Ohio

Ohio law protects your rights throughout the adoption journey. You have the legal right to:

Choose the adoptive family

Change your mind until legal consent is signed after birth

Receive allowed financial assistance related to pregnancy

Access lifelong counseling and emotional support

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

Decide on the type of adoption you want

These rights are yours and CFK will always stand beside you.

Serving Willoughby and All of Lake County

We’re proud to support birthmothers across:

Willoughby

Eastlake

Wickliffe

Willowick

Mentor

Kirtland

Painesville

All Lake County communities

Our team can meet you wherever you feel safe at home, in the hospital, or online.

Frequently Asked Questions - Willoughby, OH

  • Can I choose adoption after my baby is born?

     Yes. Many women contact us after delivery or even weeks later.

  • Will adoption cost me anything?

    No. Adoption is always free for birthmothers. You may also be eligible for pregnancy-related support.

  • Do I have to meet the adoptive family?

    Only if you want to. You can choose to meet them or have updates shared through CFK.

  • Can I get help if I already have other children?

    Yes. Many women who make an adoption plan are already parenting. We’ll help you build a plan that works for your whole family.

  • What if I change my mind?

    Until you sign legal consent (after birth), you can change your adoption plan.

  • Can I stay in contact after placement?

    Absolutely, if you choose an open or semi-open adoption. Updates and visits can be part of your plan.

  • Do I have to come to an office?

    No. We offer virtual meetings or come to you wherever you’re most comfortable.

Our Service Regions

Adoption assistance is available throughout the state of Ohio.

Ready to Learn More About Adoption in Willoughby?

You don’t have to make every decision today. Whether you're considering adoption, have questions, or just want someone to talk to, we’re here for you.

Contact Us

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