Adoption Agencies, Information, and Resources in Montgomery

Our use of the terms “putting up” or “giving up” does not reflect how we feel about adoptive placement. These terms remain the most widely used search terms for those who are considering adoption for their baby, and we wish to reach all who seek this important information.

Helpful Resources When Considering Adoption in Montgomery

This page provides information to those who are considering adoption and live in or near to Montgomery, Alabama or in the Montgomery County region. If you are thinking about giving your baby up for adoption, we have gathered information about Pregnancy Resource Centers/Crisis Pregnancy Centers to assist you to confirm your pregnancy, clinics where you may get prenatal care, and a list of hospitals with birthing centers.

For those in the Montgomery County region of Alabama who wish to adopt a baby, further below on this page you will find home study agency resources and helpful information to assist you with the adoption process.

Additional resources for expectant mothers and prospective adoptive parents throughout Alabama may be found on our Alabama State Page.

Affordable Prenatal Care in Montgomery, Alabama

Medical clinics have medical personnel on staff so can address most aspects of prenatal care and family planning. They do STD and cancer screenings (pap smears, and sometimes mammograms), and can prescribe and even dispense contraceptives. Clinic located in or near to Montgomery, Alabama that provides affordable prenatal care for those in Montgomery County is:

River Region Health Center

Information about health coverage for pregnancy care that is available for women in Alabama with limited financial resources is provided at Alabama Medicaid and the Steps Ahead program.

Completing the Home Study in Montgomery, Alabama

The home study is one of the most important parts of every adoption process. The purpose of a home study is to assess the suitability and capability of prospective Adoptive Parents to receive a child into their home. There are certain Adoption Home Study Requirements for each state. The process generally includes collection of information with questions about family history, health and financial information, and personal background. Here are some legally qualified home study providers licensed to conduct home studies for those who live in Montgomery, Alabama or the Montgomery County region:

Agape for Children
(800) 239-1020
Agape will help identify your family’s strengths and work to equip and prepare you to meet the needs of the child you will parent. From your first contact with us, to the home study, to the waiting, to the placement, and after; Agape will walk this journey with you.  

United Methodist Children’s Home
(800) 239-3575
UMCH provides domestic and international home studies for families or individuals in Alabama. Our ministry also offers birth parent interviews and Birth Parent Relinquishments as well as other legal paperwork needed for in state or ICPC adoptions.