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The hospital-based adoption process: a primer for perinatal nurses
Kerri J Smith1, Debbie Brandon
1Forsyth Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC, USA.
MCN. the American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing
|November 11, 2008
Summary
Over 52,000 women annually create adoption plans for their infants. Perinatal nurses require knowledge of infant adoption, including birthfather rights and resources, to provide sensitive care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Sociology
- Family Studies
Background:
- Over 52,000 women annually create adoption plans for their infants in the U.S.
- Perinatal nurses encounter women making adoption plans across various care settings.
- The adoption process involves multiple stakeholders including birthfathers, adoptive parents, and agency professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To equip perinatal nurses with essential knowledge regarding infant adoption.
- To enhance the quality of care provided to women and families involved in adoption.
- To ensure sensitive, nonjudgmental support for all parties in the hospital-based adoption experience.
Main Methods:
- Review of historical and legal aspects of infant adoption in the United States.
- Examination of birthfathers' rights and involvement in the adoption process.
- Identification of key resources and support systems for adoption.
Main Results:
- Understanding the history of adoption provides context for current practices.
- Knowledge of birthfathers' rights is crucial for comprehensive care.
- Awareness of adoption resources enables nurses to facilitate informed decisions.
Conclusions:
- Perinatal nurses play a vital role in supporting women and families through the adoption process.
- Education on infant adoption, birthfather rights, and available resources is essential for nurses.
- Providing informed and sensitive care enhances the experience for all individuals involved in infant adoption.
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