The common adoption narrative often emerges from the viewpoint of adoptive parents, overlooking the voices of birth mothers. As a birth mother with over fourteen years of experience in open adoption. I aim to shed light on the bittersweet journey during National...
Seven years ago, if you had asked me about the significance of birth mothers in adoption, I would have provided a standard response. The conventional view was that without a birth mother, adoption simply wouldn’t exist. While that statement still holds true, my...
A groundbreaking study conducted by Baylor University’s Diana R. Garland School of Social Work sheds light on the intricate emotions experienced by birth mothers contemplating the profound decision of placing their children for adoption. Dr. Elissa Madden, the...
The reasons for putting a child up for adoption is a decision undoubtedly one of the most complex and emotionally charged choices a parent can make. In each case, the reasons behind this decision are deeply personal and influenced by many factors. While not...
The heart of adoption, choosing adoption to grow your family through adoption requires careful consideration of the people involved and their roles in the process. They must think about the individuals and their responsibilities. Before arriving at the hospital or...