Even though you may already have had a child, it is important to visit a doctor for prenatal care. Prenatal care gives you the best chance of having a healthy baby. If you think you are pregnant, you should talk with your health care provider before taking any medications. This may prevent some problems during pregnancy. Adoption is an alternative for you if you do not feel prepared to raise a child but do not want to have an abortion.
Adoption is a legal process.
This means that there are certain laws that must be followed. In an adoption you, the birth mother, give up all your rights and responsibilities as a parent. Once all the adoption procedures are completed, the decision is permanent and cannot be reversed. There are two methods for legal adoption in California. You can go through a private or government agency, in which case the agency takes full responsibility for all the legal matters involved.