Can a mother change her mind and say she wants to keep her baby and not give baby up for an adoption yes or no

tish

yep. as long as the revocation period has not passed.

Andraya

There isn't a yes or no answer to this. It depends on where the adoption is taking place, if the adoption has been finalized, how much time has passed since the mother relinquished, etc.

Heather B

Any time before the adoption is finalized, yes.

anastasia beaverhausen-the real1

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS. do not give your kid away!

amyburt40

A mother can change her mind any time before the relinquishment has been signed. Some states allow some time even after that but not much. It depends upon which state.

If you haven't signed and having doubts, don't sign period.

Another point is if the baby has already been placed. If the child has been placed with the adoptive parents, then there is chance that she won't be allowed to change her mind.

LaurieDB

If the mother hasn't signed relinquishment documents, then yes she can choose to parent at any time. If the documents have been signed, then the laws vary from state to state on what she can do.

Sister Girl

Yes, a mother can change her mind as long as a certain time has not passed. If this person is you, do what you feel in your heart. A way will be made. The best place a child can be (if the parent truly, truly wants the child and love them) is with their natural family. I still long for my natural mother and I'm 50. Yes, I had good, good adoptive parents and love them dearly. There are agencies that don't give a darn about the birth mother or the child just money and a count. If you desire this baby, do all you can to keep it. There are all kind of support agencies out there to help you get on your feet. Believe that God won't let you down.

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darlazi

I think the mother has so long after the child is born to have her child back and change her mind. So I am thinking yes.

Freckle Face

In the state of wisconsin, first parents have until the court date to change their minds. The court dates usually take about 4 wks after the birth. Once the first parents sign away their rights thru the courts there is no going back unless you can prove coercion.

I think it depends on what state you are in. Wishing you all the best.

noreenandjohn01

Has she signed the termination of parental rights yet? If no, the very simply yes - she can change her mind.

If she has signed already then it depends on the state. In some states the termination is irrevocable from the moment of signing - in some cases there is a timeframe where even after she has signed when she can revoke. It all depends on the state. If you update your question with the state I can give you more info.

Good luck.

bridport

The mother should be able to change her mind right up to the time the baby is legally part of the new family (eg when the new parents and baby have gone to court and have a new birth certificate with their name and the baby's name). After the birth the birth mother has to sign various forms to give up the baby - simply refuse to sign them. If you have signed forms but it hasn't gone to court then see the social worker or a solicitor.

Sophie

YES

Bouvier

The time frame that is provided to birth parents prior to relinquishment varies per state. For example in Washington DC it can be as little as a week, Marland 3 weeks, Virginia 10 days. These numbers vary as well. If a birthfather is "not known", ie; one night stand, then the courts need to file a petition, ads are placed in local papers, the wait can be 3 months before final relinquishment, then court date after that. So! Yes, a mother can change her mind after her child is born, it just depends on where she lives, and any other state regulations, as all vary when it comes to adoption laws.

animemi

Yes, the mother has a certain number of days after the child is born to change her mind...no questions asked. I would assume that she can also change her mind before the baby is born, even if she's signed legal documents.

Eliza

Yes.

The mother usually has between 48 and 72 hours depending on the state she lives in after the child's birth to change her mind and not go through with the adoption.

scali

yes you have every right to change your mind

rosemary512002

Yes definetly, the bparents have enough time to make sure this is what they want to do. This is the most stressful decsion you can make,. Make sure that you are not pressured into signing anything and if you do decide to go ahead with the adoption may I make a suggestion, leave any kind of medical family history for your child and the aparents to have, this is very important as the child grows and needs family background.

angiehen

The laws are different in each state. I know here in Texas, my unborn adoption wasn't finalized until I signed the papers over for her. This was 72 hours post birth. Hardest thing I've ever done in my life. It doesn't get easier either. I think about her EVERY day. I cry on her birthday. But I have comfort in knowing that she's happy and her parents love her. If a mom has doubts, they need to really look at their lifestyle and see 1- if they can afford to care for a child and 2- is there lifestyle the type that a child is going to be cared for in a nurturing and loving home. I couldn't afford my baby at the time, so I gave her up. I knew deep down that I wasn't in the place to raise another child after already having 2 from a divorce.

spmmy2003

Yes, so long as she hasn't relinquished her parental rights. Or the revocation period hasn't expired, depending on where you live.

GEE-GEE

Yes. It depends on what point you are in the adoption. If she is still pregnant or just gave birth and did not sign the final paperwork then she can definitely say she wants to keep the baby. It is her right. Some states do a relinquishment, which means once they sign the paper they are done and can not get the baby back at all. Other states allow a 6 month period where the birth parents can change their minds and get the child back.
If you are considering adoption, make sure you do your research and know what is really involved.

SueBee

Of course! Just tell them you don't want to give the baby up. I believe that even if you sign the papers you have a certain amount of time when you can say no. Check with your legal system.

opedial

If the adoption is not finalized then yes. If the adoption is finalized then no.

If the parents have had their rights terminated by the courts then no at all stages.

ripdearbrother

I'm in the same predicament.

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