Generally speaking, the consent of both parents whose parentage is recognized on the birth certificate is required for the application to give the child up for adoption to be valid and legal. If one of the parents is deceased, unable to express their wishes or has lost parental authority, the consent of the other parent is sufficient. If the parenthood of the other parent is recognized, then the consent of both parents is required to complete the adoption. The second parent may refuse to allow the person who experienced the pregnancy to give the child up for adoption under the following conditions: They are recognized on the birth certificate.; They have the desire, ability and skills to ensure the child's safety and look after the child during its development.;