Can you leave babies at police stations or firehouses still? Or, is that illegal now?

Question

Dhhhh, boo boo, I wanna drop the baby off there without worrying about prison time, maybe?? Before I die from mental insanity.

God, it has to be NEWBORNS only? Damn!!!

Answer 1

It depends on the state (in the US) or country (anywhere else). If you need to know, call the non-emergency number of the police station from a pay phone.

Answer 2

Dear frustrated mother, I looked back at all your ?s and my heart aches for you. being a mother is not an easy job, and if you add some stress to it.......well! I do not know if you have someone close you can confide in, I hope you do, the things you are feeling are not uncommon, just not talked about . I think you wanting to give your child away actually shows you love her very much and you are afraid you can not do the job that is before you. I am going to step over the line here into spirituality, if you could find a church near by and speak to a pastor he would be able to give you some hope, and some avenues in which to take. The only hope we have in this world of such chaos is through God, I realize with you feeling so helpless right now and a little bitter through the road life has taken you, you may not be to open to God and the hope that lies with him.I would encourage you to open your heart and seek some help from that level.
Don't let all the nasty remarks make you even more bitter, most people will not understand how you are feeling, and truth be known there are some woman who just are not meant to be moms. I don't think you are one, I think you want the best for your child but feel you can not give it.
Please don't be so blue, there is light at the then end of the tunnel, I will put you in my thought and prayers, hang in there...things Will get better.
God Bless
Grandma
p.s. the safe places vary from state to state, but before you act please think about God, he is there for you alway has been he is just waiting for you to ask.

Answer 3

The Safe Haven Law is for newborns (I believe it is the first 36 hours of the baby's life). You would have to contact DSS in your state BUT they would also be taking your son, too. Personally this is what I would recommend. You can work on getting the kids back once you are more stable.
How does your husband feel about all this? How would he feel if his daughter was given away? Do you have a family member that can help with both children?
You have neurological problems that you are clearly trying to deal with - you need a break. Not a permanent one but you definitely need some 'me' time. Your meds are not working so you need to talk to your doctor about a better diagnosis. What are they treating you for? Post-partum depression? Bi-polar? And don't forget issues with your past - RAD or PTSD which are treated in therapy.

Answer 4

Are you crazy?! Get off the computer! Take good care of your baby and make that baby your top priority, woman! If you do not want the baby, put it up for adoption! IT is a human being, not laundry. Have some decency and nobility and do something the right way for a change. Ooooh! You've actually made me mad/concerned is the better word. Get the yellow pages and open it up to A for adoption. Call a neighbor. Giving a baby up for adoption is not a crime and someone is waiting with open arms to receive that precious child. Don't neglect that precious baby. You!! You! Get on the phone and off the computer!

Answer 5

You want to drop your baby off somewhere contact me. My family LOVES babies and would always love more. Nephew has twins 6 months old, Brother has a 1 year old and other nephew is expecting a son any day now.
There is no such thing as an unwanted baby! You just gotta do a little work to find a good home with a great loving family!

Answer 6

If you really wanted to give up your baby, you could do it legally without getting into trouble. If you feel ou cannot or do not want to care for a baby anymore you could put it up for adoption at any age. People do this a lot. People plan to keep their babies and then, a few months down the line, realize they can't. You could do it through a private adoption agency or Catholic Charities or anyplace.
Not everyone is cut out for parenting. If you can't stand being around your baby and especially if you feel like someday you might hurt him, then this might be the responsible thing to do.
But if this is just a temporary problem, there's always foster care...

Answer 7

This depends on the state you live in. If you are considering this please make sure you choose a safe place where the baby will be easily found by the right people and quickly. Also consider weather conditions and take precautions. Consider a hospital emergency room or the office of an OBGYN or pediatrician. There are so many people (Like myself ) who would love to adopt and love a baby ..... just make sure the baby is safe.

Answer 8

That is so funny that you ask that. Yesterday I was walking by the Fire Station and there was a blue and white sticker on the door of a hand with a baby in it and it said something like Safety Station or Safe rescue. I think that means at the designated ones you certaily still can.....now my question is why are you asking? Hmmmm.

Answer 9

They have safe haven places for babies so yes you can. Why are wanting to do that? Its a blessing to have children. I cant have anymore children for medical reasons its hard to see people say things like this. If you are considering letting somebody adopt the baby let me know maybe I can help. How old is the child?

Answer 10

You aren't thinking of abandoning a baby are you? Go through an adoption agency or other program if you don't want to keep a baby. Remember that's a tiny living person, not a rag doll you've got there.