Birthparent Services
Pregnant? Bethany can help. Watch Video
(Windows Media Player)
Birthparent Counseling
At Bethany you will find a trained, experienced counselor to help you look at all the issues and options open to you. We will also invite you to consider an adoption plan as a responsible, loving and mature decision that has the best interest of your child in mind.
Bethany will provide medical and legal referral for you and when appropriate can provide up to 30 days free interim care for your infant while you are finalizing your decision. Interim care homes are approved and supervised nurturing homes in which a loving family cares for infants, giving birthparents some more time to think about their decision. The period after a child's birth can be a difficult, emotional period for birthparents and we encourage you to take time to be sure of your decision. You may visit your child during the interim stay.
Birthmothers may also be eligible for state public assistance and TennCare. Referrals for housing and other assistance can also be made.
The Bethany staff is committed to making a positive difference for anyone experiencing an unplanned pregnancy.
Family Profiles
The link below will take you to some of Bethany's approved families waiting to adopt in Tennessee. Aside from the family profiles you will find here, Bethany of East Tennessee has many other families waiting to adopt.
Birthparent Support Services
If you are a young person considering a plan for your baby’s future or if you faced an unplanned pregnancy at some point, you are invited to participate in a support group. There is no charge. You will meet other birthparents that either are facing or have faced a situation much like your own. You will be able to discuss your experience and share your thoughts and feelings with your peers.
For information about the support group meetings, please contact Bethany’s Knoxville office - 865.588.5283 or fill out our
contact form