5 Reasons to Choose an LGBTQ+ Couple to Adopt Your Baby in Nevada

One of the beautiful things about adoption is that it can lead to the creation of so many different types of families such as LGBTQ+ families. Many LGBTQ+ couples looking to start or expand their families often rely on adoption to become the parents they were meant to be. At Adoption Choices of Nevada, we understand that you want the very best for your child. That’s why we put together this list of reasons to choose an LGBTQ+ couple to adopt your baby in Nevada. You never know which parents will be the right fit, so being open to different options may just lead you to the couple you can be confident will give your baby the love and future you desire for them.

1. LGBTQ+ Couples are Just as Capable of Supporting the Baby You are Placing for Adoption

Couples who choose to adopt have so many wonderful things to offer a child, and LGBTQ+ couples are no exception to this. If it’s important to you that your child grows up in a two-parent household, LGBTQ+ couples can fulfill this because they must work as a team to establish and maintain a stable household. LGBTQ+ couples have to communicate, compromise, and sacrifice just like heterosexual couples, and they are no less loving, generous, and moral. They work just as hard as heterosexual couples to prioritize their children’s needs so they can grow into well-adjusted adults. These are the qualities that make for healthy families, which is why it is beneficial to be open to LGBTQ+ couples to adopt your baby.

2. LGBTQ+ Couples are Ready to Parent the Baby You are Putting Up for Adoption

You chose adoption so you could get back on your feet and not have to worry about supporting a child when you were not ready to do so. Even if you would have been a good parent, the challenges that parenthood presents may have put too many strains on you and your child from having a stable and certain life. However, LGBTQ+ couples who have been waiting and preparing for expanding their families are ready to be parents. They’ve committed to the adoption process in Nevada and have had time to evaluate whether they are in a good position to bring a newborn into their lives and take on the challenges of parenthood.

3. Placing a Baby for Adoption with an LGBTQ+ Couple Can Lead to More Tolerance and Acceptance

Growing up in an LGBTQ+ household allows children to learn tolerance and acceptance of others. They learn that it’s completely okay to be different and that such differences do not truly define individuals. They learn that their parents’ love and devotion to each other is equal to that of any other couple. For LGBTQ+ adoptive parents who may have found acceptance difficult to come by in their own families, parenthood can present an opportunity for them to provide their children with the love and support that they would have wanted growing up.

4. LGBTQ+ Parents are Examples of Resilience for the Baby You are Giving Up for Adoption

At some point, a child raised by LGBTQ+ parents may have an unfortunate encounter in which someone undermines the validity of their upbringing or directly condemns their parents for being LGBTQ+. While no one should ever have to go through this, it can still be an opportunity for the child to learn resilience and be grateful for being in a loving family despite any obstacles they might face. The parents can instill pride in their children by being examples of pride in their daily lives. They can show that no matter what comes their way, they will have the strength to stand up for themselves and not apologize for being who they are.

5. The Baby You are Putting Up for Adoption will Have Authentic Role Models in LGBTQ+ Parents

One of the most important lessons for someone to learn while growing up is being the most authentic version of themselves. It’s a lesson that all of us must learn, but it’s especially important for LGBTQ+ individuals who may have had difficulties accepting themselves. LGBTQ+ couples who embrace their identities demonstrate to their children that living an authentic life is necessary to become fully mature and well-adjusted adults. By being authentic in who they are, they signal to their children that they will be supportive parents and accept their children. This creates openness and trust in each other upon which they can build a truly deep relationship.

Are You Open to Choosing an LGBTQ+ Couple to Adopt Your Baby?

There are so many reasons to choose an LGBTQ+ couple to adopt your baby in Nevada. When you are open to all the amazing things an LGBTQ+ couple has to offer your child, you are giving your child the chance to live in an environment abundant in unconditional love and acceptance. If you are interested in placing your baby for adoption with an LGBTQ+ couple, reach out to Adoption Choices of Nevada so we can help you get started on the beautiful journey before you.

Adoption Choices of Nevada has been providing adoption and surrogacy services across Nevada since 2012. You can also call us to speak to someone now. Contact Us 24/7: 855-940-4673 (Toll-Free) | 702-474-4673 (Las Vegas) | 775-825-4673 (Reno) | 775-738-4673 (Elko) | 775-884-4673 (Carson City).

Meet the Author: Mary DeStefano is an Ohio native currently living in northern Virginia and works in the litigation consulting industry where she has experience in antitrust, product liability, and mass torts matters. She holds a B.A. in Economics (‘15) and an M.A. in Applied Economics (‘16) from the University of Cincinnati. 

Mary is passionate about empowering and supporting those involved in the adoption and surrogacy processes. She finds great meaning in wielding the written word to develop impactful narratives and to help people stay informed. In her spare time, Mary can be found beachcombing and going on other adventures with her dog along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. She also has an affinity for antiquing and loves a good 80’s movie marathon.