Adoption in Utah

If you're pregnant in Utah and wondering what to do, you can reach out to Premier Adoption Agency any time. Our services are free, confidential and pressure-free. We've helped expectant mothers since 1999, and an adoption specialist is available 24 hours a day by phone at 1-800-876-0187 or by text at 702-475-4904.

This page explains how adoption in Utah works, the support you can receive, and what Utah law means for you.

 

A licensed Utah adoption agency

Premier Adoption is a licensed Utah adoption agency (license #F23-97869) with an office in St. George at 230 N 1680 E, Suite D-1. We help women throughout the state, including St. George, Cedar City, Salt Lake City, Logan, Provo, Ogden and rural communities. Our team can meet you at home, at an appointment, or at the hospital.

 

Your private, custom adoption plan

With Premier, adoption in Utah is shaped around what you want:

• You choose the family. Browse profiles of screened, loving families and select the one that feels right. You can meet them before deciding.
• You choose the level of contact. Open adoption with visits, calls and texts, or letters and photos, or more privacy.
• You make your hospital plan. Decide who's with you, whether you'd like time with your baby, and how you want to say goodbye.
• You stay in control. Making a plan doesn't commit you to adoption. You can choose to parent at any point before you sign consent.

 

 

Free help for expectant mothers in Utah

Every service for expectant mothers is free and confidential:

• 24/7 support by phone or text from an adoption specialist.
• Help with pregnancy-related living expenses, such as rent, food, utilities and transportation, as Utah law allows.
• Medical help, including finding prenatal care and making sure your medical bills are covered if you don't have insurance.
• Legal guidance at no cost to you.
• Counseling and support after placement, for as long as you want it.
• A birth mother mentor, if you'd like to hear from a woman who's been there.

 

 

It's never too late

Reach out at any time: early in pregnancy, close to your due date, at the hospital, or after your baby is born. If you're at a Utah hospital right now, call 1-800-876-0187 or text 702-475-4904.

 

How adoption in Utah works

1. Reach out

Call or text us, or send our short form. You can stay anonymous while you ask questions.

2. Learn about your options

Your adoption specialist will explain all your options, including parenting resources, and answer questions about adoption in Utah.

3. Create your plan

Choose a family, decide on contact after placement, and make a hospital plan. We'll help with practical needs while you're pregnant.

4. Placement

After your baby is born, you'll sign consent only if adoption still feels right. In Utah, consent can be signed 24 hours after the birth, which is sooner than in many states. Take the time you need; there's no deadline to sign.

5. After placement

We help maintain the contact you've chosen and provide ongoing counseling and support.

 

Utah adoption laws: what birth mothers should know

• 24-hour waiting period: In Utah, a birth mother can sign consent 24 hours after her baby's birth. You don't have to sign then. You can take more time.
• Consent is final when signed: In Utah, a birth mother's consent is irrevocable once it's signed, so it's important to feel sure before signing. Your adoption specialist will never rush you.
• Birth fathers: Utah has strict rules a birth father must follow to protect his rights. We'll explain how they apply in your situation.
• Expenses: Utah allows certain pregnancy-related expenses to be paid, with court oversight.

 

For more detail, read our guide to Utah adoption laws for birth mothers.

 

Choosing an adoption agency in Utah

Not every adoption agency works the same way. Before you decide who to work with, it's okay to ask questions. Here are a few we suggest asking any adoption agency in Utah, including us:

• Are you licensed in Utah? A licensed agency must meet state standards and is accountable to the state.
• Will I work with someone local? Some agencies are national call centers. A local adoption specialist can meet you in person and be at the hospital with you.
• What support do you offer after placement? Good agencies don't disappear after the baby is born. Ask about counseling, support groups and help with ongoing contact.
• How do you screen adoptive families? Ask about background checks, home studies and references.
• Can I change my mind? The honest answer is yes, up until you sign consent. An agency that pressures you is not the right fit.
• What help is available while I'm pregnant? Ask what living and medical expenses can be covered under Utah law.

 

At Premier, we're glad to answer all of these questions and any others you have. You deserve to feel comfortable and respected by the people helping you.

 

How you might be feeling

It's normal to feel scared, overwhelmed, sad, or even relieved when you think about adoption. Many women tell us they worry about what family or friends will think, or whether they'll regret their choice. You can share these feelings with your adoption specialist, and you can connect with a birth mother who has been where you are. There are no wrong feelings, and you never have to go through this alone.

 

Why women in Utah choose Premier

• 27 years of experience, since 1999.
• Local, licensed team in Utah, Nevada and Arizona.
• No pressure. You decide everything.
• Screened families, with background checks, home studies, financial screening, medical clearances and references.
• Support that continues after placement.

 

Read real birth mother stories or see how adoption works.

 

Frequently asked questions about adoption in Utah

Is there any cost to me? No. Our services are always free for expectant mothers.

Do I have to sign consent at 24 hours? No. Twenty-four hours is the earliest you can sign in Utah, not a deadline.

Can I choose the adoptive family? Yes. You choose the family and the relationship you'd like.

Can I place my baby if I live in a small town? Yes. Our team serves all of Utah and can come to you.

Is it confidential? Yes. Your information is kept private.

 

Hoping to adopt in Utah?

Families who hope to adopt in Utah can learn about our home study and domestic adoption services on our adoptive parents page.

 

Get free, confidential help today

Call 1-800-876-0187 or text 702-475-4904 any time, or send us a message. A Utah adoption specialist will help you understand your options, with no pressure and no obligation.