How old do you have to be to give your babies up for adoption?

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calgaryjenhere	Hi, how are you doing? I am hoping to adopt again and would love to speak with you. My email address is jen1204ca@yahoo.ca Perhaps we could find out some more about each other. Take care of yourself, and I hope to hear from you soon. Jenny Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Shannon	I placed a child for adoption and I had just turned 18 years old 2 weeks before. You have to be 18 years old to do it yourself. Also, you will have to make a list of potential fathers so they also relequish there rights. If you are under 18 your parents have rights to your baby and the fathers parents have rights to the child as well. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

msncplusamerica	Alena, what a hard decision to make for you. I respect you very much for thinking your options through and taking the time to get other opinions. My prayers and well wishes go out to you. If you decided to place you baby up for adoption please know that I have a great family who would love to have a child. She has been my best friend since I was 3 (now 37) and she cannot have children. She is a kindergarten teacher and loves children so much. Feel free to email me any time. I would be happy to help you any way I can. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Kita	it doesnt matter how old u r! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

halloween	you can be any age as long as your prenant. or had the baby. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

orangegarfieldcartoon	Wow...sweetheart....at any age you can give up your babies for adoption. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

moosies	You're able to do it now, and if you're pregnant you should. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

collegegrllstress	Any and all ages can. call your local hospital they will have information for you. Many loving families are out their that can give a child all the love, support, maturity the child needs. As well as many options for the birth parent such as an open adoption where the birth mother can have a relationship with the child, or receive letters and picture of the child, or a closed adoption. As well as supporting the birth mother through her pregnancy. My best wishes, please explore this option in high school a friend of my opted for an open adoption and both her and the childs biological father were very happy and never regretted their decision... I myself am looking to adopt in the future After I have my college degree. Talk to a trusted adult as soon as you can for help. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

†Lawrence R†	If you are the parent, it is up to you. There is no age limit. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

smile	Any age Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Lue	No age, go to kinshipcenter.com, they can help orrefer you to someone, you are the one making the decision, no one else, not even your parent. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ladybmw1218	There is no age requirement in any state as your rights as mother supersede your status as a minor with regards to the decision to relinquish for adoption (it doesn't emancipate you in any other regard) However, for your own sake, please get the support of a trusted adult -preferably your parents-and possibly professional counseling as well to ensure you understand all of your options and can safely explore them. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

pamela d	well you could put a child up for adoption at birth Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Tmarie99	Old enough to get pregnant. No one can tell you whether to keep the child or not, no matter what your age. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ajhaydenus	SINCE YOUR 13- you should not have to GIVE YOUR CHILD UP. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Vicky	It does not matter how old you are, it is all up too you. If you do not want to have your baby, you have that option to give it up... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

anonymous	I don't think that there is an age limit, not sure though. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

GoldenGirl	No limit. I think it is a wonderful to give your baby up for adoption. There are so many couples out there that desperately want a baby but can't get pregnant. I'm sure you will make a great mother someday, but you are still a child yourself and you have a lot of living to do until you are ready. By considering adoption you are really showing us how much you love your baby and want the best for him//her. Good luck!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Herbie	Ask your parents for their support. Have them drive you to a center that does open adoptions so you will have the opportunity to keep in touch. I gave up my daughter, and my cousin gave up her daughter also. We are well-known in the area for it.At least with the adoptive parents. You are far too young for this. Don't let others sway your decision, except those most near and dear to your heart. Just know that it's out of love and that you are NOT selfish. If you can finish a family with your child, then your life is going to get better. It's good karma. You need to grow and learn, you are not ready for this. trust me. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

The cuter	Every State is different so I can only honestly give you what my state says, I live in California. Here in California you can get an abortion without parental consent now. However it seems you are taking the road to having the baby and giving it a chance for something that you feel you may not be able to provide at this time which I definetly applaud you for, because it is not an easy choice to give up a child. Here in California to sign paternity rights over you would sign and then a parent would have to most likely co-sign with you, you also for obtaining a birth certificate need a parent to co-sign if you are under 18. You may also drop your baby off at an fire station, police station, church or hospital and be asked no questions. I hope this helps and you make a good decision for yourself and your baby Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Miss Coffee	I think you can at any age, talk to a doctor or school counselor if you can, if not go to a planned parenthood they are there to help girls in your situation. If you have already had the kids, call Child Protective Services they can also help you. Good Luck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Niki D	Honey it is your choice to do this. Its a very grown up decision to make and it might be the best choice for you. It is very hard to be a single mother let alone a 13 year old girl. May GOD Bless you and guide you in your decision. If you need some one to talk to you can E-mail me devermom3@yahoo.com Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

lilredboots1968	any age i gave mine up when i was 17 Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

cassie	well if you have a kid then you could do it at any age and you could even do an open adoption so you can see the baby!if your thinking about abortion please think adoption as an option! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

tiffany s	there is no age limit Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

misseh	Any..... just make sure your parents don't want to help you bring up the child with you. Also make sure that you also want this. You have as many rights as a normal mother would. Search it up online, there are much futher in depth answers. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

kristnanne19	There is no age restriction for mothers giving their child up for adoption. I would speak with your parents and I'm sure that they'd be proud of you for wanting the best for that child and will help you get in contact with a good agency. Good luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

sunshine_200523	you can choose to give it up if thats ur decision. no one will look down on you by what u choose. at least u are having it and giving it to a family. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

savagevisions	Although state laws may vary, in my state there is NO age restriction and parental consent is not required. Nevertheless, your parents could file to adopt the child without your knowing (once the child was placed for adoption). In this case your parents would have a much better chance (being related) to adopt the child. And in my state your parents cannot force adoption or termination, which I believe is great! However research adoption agencies for their specifications, they have to follow state laws but are also able to make them stricter. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Oh me oh my...♥	Any age. It takes a very mature girl to make this unselfish decision. Check out the site below; http://www.americanadoptions.com/ Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ღஐ Queen B ஐღ	There is no legal age to give up a baby for adoption. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No