Adoption

Placing a baby for adoption is a courageous decision. While few teens choose this option, it’s one way to handle an unplanned pregnancy. See if adoption is right for you.

Pregnant and Confused: How to Deal

By Gregg Bernhardt, 17, Staff Writer

When Katherine Rolon found out she was pregnant, her first thought was, "My mother is going to kill me." She was so afraid to tell her parents about her pregnancy that she kept it a secret for weeks.

Photography by Dan Strange

Frequently Asked Questions
What are the pros and cons of adoption? Who can help me make this decision about whether or not to choose an adoption plan for my child? Will my child wonder why I chose adoption?
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Poll

If you or your partner were faced with an unplanned pregnancy, would you choose adoption?

Resources
Here are some of the best Web sites, hotlines and books about adoption.