Safely give up your newborn at any hospital.

If you are hiding your pregnancy, we're here to help.

Safe Haven Law

Birth parents in Utah may anonymously give up custody of their newborn child– no questions, no legal consequences.

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Utah Newborn Safe Haven prevents abandonment of newborns through education, advocacy, and public awareness.

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Emergency child care resources, crisis intervention and depression information, Teacher Toolkit, and emergency responders education.

No questions.
No names. No police.

A Utah law provides protection for you and your newborn.

Birth parents may legally and anonymously give up custody of their newborn child at any hospital in Utah without having to identify themselves or answer any questions.

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Provide a safe, loving home for your baby.

When a newborn is dropped off at a Utah hospital, they will be cared for by hospital staff. The Utah Division of Child and Family Services will find a safe and loving home for your baby.

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