How We Can Help: We Offer Free Counseling

Maybe you just discovered that you’re pregnant. Maybe you’ve known for a while and are considering adoption, but haven’t been sure what to do next. Or maybe you currently are parenting a baby, and are thinking about placing him or her for adoption. Whatever your situation, St. Mary’s can help you make a plan that’s best for you and your baby. To talk with a St. Mary's counselor, call 1-888-ST-MARYS (in Illinois) or 1-847-870-8181, email information@stmaryservices.com or request more information. All of your communication will remain confidential. We're here for you.

You’ve got a big decision to make and you’re probably feeling overwhelmed, unsure and scared. We understand that. At St. Mary’s, you won’t be pressured to make an adoption plan. Our goal is to provide confidential, compassionate, personal and free counseling about your adoption and parenting options. We know that you have many initial questions to consider. After all, you will decide what is best for you and your baby.

St. Mary’s licensed, dedicated adoption counselors are here to listen, educate, answer your questions and support you throughout your pregnancy. They will meet with you regularly at a time and place that is convenient for you. If you need maternity clothes or assistance with medical or living expenses, St. Mary’s can help.

Among one of the many benefits of working with St. Mary’s is that you will have the opportunity to choose from the families we have carefully selected and thoroughly screened. You can watch your child grow with the loving, stable adoptive family that you chose.

Throughout St. Mary’s more than 120-year history, we have provided new beginnings for infants, birth parents and adoptive parents of all races and religions. Let us help you as well.

Currently Parenting a Baby?

If you currently are parenting a baby, you might be overwhelmed, financially stressed and feel like you are not in a position to parent any more. St. Mary’s counselors are here to talk with you about making an adoption plan that is best for you and your baby. You won’t feel pressured and we’ll give you all of the facts. We place children from newborn to age 3, so if you would like to learn more, call St. Mary’s toll-free at 1-888-ST-MARYS (in Illinois) or 1-847-870-8181.

Questions to Consider:

• Can my baby’s father be depended on for support?
• Are my baby’s father and I ready for marriage?
• Am I ready to be a parent on a full time basis?
• Am I prepared for the demands of raising a child?
• Do I want to finish school or go to college?
• Do I have child care resources?
• Will my parents understand and support me?
• Who will pay my medical bills?
• Can I afford to buy formula, diapers and clothing?