Statistics: Young, unmarried women who make an adoption plan are more likely to subsequently marry than those who choose single parenting. (Battelle, 1988)
Young, unmarried women who choose adoption consistently attain higher levels of income and education than their peers who choose single parenting. (Battelle, 1988)
Only 20% of unmarried mothers receive child support from the child's father. (Whitehead, 1993)
The Search Institute Study of 1994 shows the positive outcomes for children who are adopted: 1. They have strong feelings of security within their family. 2. They do extremely well in school. 3. They attend college more often than the general population. 4. They experience lower rates of crime and drug abuse. 5. They have a healthy sense of self-esteem and optimism.
Consider the option of adoption: Adoption can be a courageous and unselfish decision because you are putting the child's needs above your own. You are making a plan for the child's future, not "giving away" the child.
Could the adoption option be right for you? Contact Hope Pregnancy Center for more information and counseling. Or contact Infant Adoption Awareness at www.infantadopt.org