Do I Need To Identify The Child’s Father When Putting My Baby For Adoption In Florida?

Even though most baby adoptions are centered around the birth mother and the child, the child’s father also has certain rights and can play a central role when putting your baby for adoption in Florida. 

Many birth fathers have expressed that people will view them as irresponsible for not being able to provide for their children. Choosing adoption for your baby does not make you irresponsible. Instead, it means you are selflessly looking to provide your child with the best life and a loving family. 

An unmarried biological father is not considered a legal father in the state of Florida unless he takes the initiative, provides support and care for the mother and unborn child, and complies with Florida law.

Florida Law provides that an unmarried biological father, because he engaged in a sexual relationship with a woman, is deemed to be on notice that a pregnancy and an adoption proceeding regarding the child may occur and that he has a duty to protect his rights and interests in the child. The adoption process continues if it is proven the birth father cannot provide for his child.

If you are pregnant anywhere in Florida and considering putting your baby for adoption, the Florida Adoption Law Group is here to help you round the clock. We are a team of adoption attorneys, social workers, former birth moms, and staff who genuinely care about you. We will answer your questions as much as possible and treat you with respect and dignity.

Feel free to give us a call at any time. It is 100% free & confidential.

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