FAQ

Since ABBA Adoption is a Christian Agency we seek out adoptive parents that are evangelical Christians who can provide a stable, nurturing home.  We have an application process that all adoptive families must complete along with a Statement Of Faith that the family must sign.  In addition, all adoptive couples must complete and pass all home study requirements.

In addition to the fees charged by the agency (with ABBA Adoption the fees include legal fees and home study fees), adoption cost include medical cost, living expenses, cradle care and travel expenses.  When comparing adoption cost you will find they vary from state to state and agency to agency.  When comparing adoption services in relation to cost, here are some key items to consider:

• SERVICES: The lower the fees, the less services offered.  Cutting services is the most common way to reduce adoption cost, but at the expense of safety and increased waiting times.

• STAFFING: The fewer staff members an agency has, the less time it can devote to families and birth mothers.  When an agency is not staffed properly, fewer adoptions occur.  An agency should always adjust it's staffing to the number of cases it is working.  ABBA Adoption is well staffed and handles calls from birth mothers 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.

• ADVERTISING: ABBA adoption understands families do not wan to wait years to adopt a child.  Therefore, we get involved in the community to network with places such as local Care Pregnancy Centers, hospitals, doctor offices, churches, schools and universities to make a presence of what we have to offer and what makes us more effective and essential in working with birth mothers on thier adoption plan.  In addition, we utilize marketing strategies that prove successful.  We know our market and we know what it takes to reach that market for our families.

The first thing that ABBA Adoption does is look at what type of adoption the birth mother desires.  We show portfolios of adoptive couples that match her specific needs and allow her to choose.  Remember, just because a birth mother chooses you does not mean that you have to take that match.  In rare cases a birth mother will not want to choose and ABBA Adoption will go by the first signed-up couple on the list to match the birth mother with as long as her criteria is being met and the child's best interest is being served. 

ABBA Adoption feels that it is important that you are committed to your match.  If at any time you become uncomfortable, ABBA Adoption will assist in answering your concerns and if the match proves to be unstable, we will unmatch you and find another situation for you.

ABBA Adoption guarantees no additional fees will be paid in the event of a disruption.  The adoptive couple will be promptly placed back into the pool of adoptive parents for their next match.  Of-course we hope a disruption never happens to one of our families, but in cases where they do , ABBA Adoption is here to counsel you and make sure you are prepared to move forward toward your next adoption.  No familiy should ever have to go through a disrupt without proper counseling, care and attention given to them.  Please note....birth mother expenses are not the same as agency fees and are always considered a risk.

Yes, We have access to pre-natal records, hospital records, and nursery records along with Social and Medical Worksheets that the birth mothers fill out.  All of this information is given to the adoptive family.  This information is extremely important to you and your child as they grow.  ABBA Adoption works diligently to get as much information for you so that you can make informed decisions.

Yes. ABBA Adoption has much experience in working with agencies across the nation to facilitate the interstate compact process.

A birth parent's Consent to Adoption may not be withdrawn after an entry of a Decree of Adoption, absent fraud or duress.  A birth parent may withdraw their Consent to Adoption within 10 calendar days after providing the Consent or 10 calendar days after the birth of the baby, whichever is later.  If the 10th calendar day falls on a weekend or holiday it is the next business day when the court opens. 

Each adoption situation is truly unique and each state has specific laws regarding financial assistance.  In most cases, the adoptive family is allowed to cover the medical bills. If the birth mother has insurance or Medicaid, the adoptive family will pay for anything that is not covered.  In some states, funds can be provided for the birth mothers living expenses, while in other states this is illegal. ABBA Adoption will explain the assistance that can be provided for your particular situation.  Expenses are not the same as the agency fee and should always be considered risk monies in adoption.