Who are the expectant moms who place their baby for adoption? What factors influence their decision? In this course, we talk with Stephanie Rider, a birth mom who placed her daughter in 1997, and Chantilly Wijayasinha MSW, MPH, the Supervisor of the Domestic Adoption Program at Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services.
This course covers the following learning objectives:
- Describe the demographics of a "typical" expectant mom who is considering adoption.
- Explain the role poverty plays in the decision to place a baby for adoption.
- Describe some of the common emotions an expectant mom or couple might face as they make the decision to place a baby for adoption.
- List the factors that are important to many women or couples who are considering placing their baby for adoption.
Outline for Understanding Expectant Moms Who are Considering Adoption.pdf
*Your course will remain active for 180 days from purchase date.
This course aligns with the following regulatory requirements.
Virginia Compliance
22VAC40-131-210.A.14
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