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Through the Lens of a Birth Mother: Navigating Adoption
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...
Birth Mothers’ Significance: Why They Matter
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...
Do Birth Mothers Find Fulfillment in Placing Children for Adoption?
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 lead...
Reasons for Putting a Child Up for Adoption
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: A Hospital’s Five Collaborators
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...
Season of Thanksgiving
We were blessed to be able to travel to Washington to spend time with my (Alise) family for Thanksgiving. My mom rented an airbnb and we had my whole family plus my sister's boyfriend's family join us. It was so nice for Paisley to get together with her grandparents,...
A Unique Adoption Journey
A very unique adoption journey, Christie vividly recalls the emotional moment when they learned about Levi, a child without a first name, a birth certificate, and a ward of the state. Despite being nameless on paper, the couple already felt a profound connection to...
Understanding the Adoption for LGBTQ+ Hopeful Parents
Becoming a parent through adoption unfolds as a gratifying odyssey for numerous LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. In 2019, the U.S. Census Bureau unveiled a striking statistic—same-sex couples were four times more likely than their heterosexual counterparts to embrace...
Therapy for Adopted Children
Therapy for your adopted child is a pivotal step in fostering their healthy development. Although initially daunting, approach this decision with an open mind and heightened awareness. Within this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into eight critical aspects to...
Adoption Journey: Embracing Positive, Challenges, and Surprises
Choosing to adopt a child is a commendable decision that sets individuals and families on an extraordinary journey. However, the road to adoption is not for the faint-hearted; it is a path less traveled, filled with twists, turns, and unexpected challenges. While the...