An unplanned pregnancy can be a difficult situation, especially for young parents or those struggling with addiction. For these individuals who may not be ready to raise a child on their own, adoption represents an excellent opportunity to provide a… Read More
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The Meaning & Importance of Sending Pictures to Birth Mothers
In an open adoption, birth parents typically have some degree of contact with adoptive families. But “open” can mean different things to different people, and the degree of openness depends on the birth and adoptive parents’ previously agreed upon arrangement…. Read More
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How to Include Birth Mothers on Mother’s Day
Birthdays and Mother’s Day are often the two toughest times for a birth mother. However, when their child’s adoptive family shows them appreciation, it eases birth mothers through those tough times. You can choose to honor your child’s birth mother… Read More
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Tips for Birth Mothers When Talking to Your Family about Adoption
Deciding to put a child up for adoption can be a wonderful gift, but an incredibly difficult decision for birth mothers to make. So, it is nice to have the support of your family members. A strong support system can… Read More