Why Garrett’s Closed Adoption Didn’t Stay Closed
Garrett was placed in a closed adoption. His birth mother was 14 years old and not mature enough or comfortable with making connections with adoptive parents.When Garrett was 18 years…
Staff Cared for This Baby Until the Open Adoption
This space concerning open adoption could be filled with revealing human stories—stories that are as heartwarming as they are heartbreaking—stories about deep pain in the midst of joy. We don't…
Finding the Right Adoptive Parents for Your Baby
If you're asking yourself, "How do I find adoptive parents for my baby?" know that you're not alone. Many women in your position feel overwhelmed by this task of finding…
Rachel’s Journey to NOT Give Her Baby Up for Adoption
"I was terrified many times." Rachel, a birth mother, laughed quietly as she recounted the terrifying moments she faced over the past year. “How do I give up my baby for…
How to Tell My Child They’re Adopted
Secrets suggest there is something to hide.Why would you hide adoption from your child?Therefore, when people ask, “How do I tell my child they’re adopted?” we respond.You tell them about…
Questions Every Birth Mom Should Ask, “What will you call me?”
What are you going to call me? Are you going to call me “birth mother?”, “biological mother,” or by my first name? If you are considering placing your child for…
Honoring Birth Parents: Celebrating Courage and Love on Mother’s Day
Honor birth parents. Celebrate the woman who carried your child. Honor them in deed and speech every day. This weekend, Mother’s Day weekend, formally honor this woman's courage. Regardless of…