Birth Parent Blogs
How Can Adoption Benefit My Child?
Every parent wants what is best for their child, and for some parents, adoption is the most loving choice they could possibly make. It is not selfish or a decision that is made lightly. Birth parents choose adoption because they want the best possible life for their...
What You Should Know About Birth Mother Support Groups
One of the best ways to heal and move forward after placing your baby for adoption is to join a birth mother support group. When you are surrounded by women who have shared your experience, you may find a sense of belonging and connection you might not find anywhere...
How to Handle the Holidays as an Expectant Mother
The holidays are coming up, and these can be fun and festive times. They can also be hard times that leave some feeling lonely. For many expectant mothers, this is a difficult time since the holidays are often centered on children. So if you find yourself...
Positive Effects of Adoption on the Child
Adoption comes with many amazing benefits not only for the birth parents and adoptive couple but for the kids, too. Adoption provides children with the opportunity to experience life in a way that their birth parents wanted for them. And while there are certainly...
12 Common Reasons for ‘Putting a Child Up for Adoption’
If you have recently discovered that you are pregnant, you may feel nervous or scared at the idea of becoming a mother. And if you have a lot of questions going through your mind, you are not alone. Recently we were asked, “What are some reasons for putting a child or...
How Do I Explain My Adoption Plans?
You've decided that adoption is the best plan for you and your baby. After putting much thought into your decision, you are now moving forward with the process. Sharing your decision with family, friends, and coworkers can be a little scary or uncomfortable. You may...
