Nothing can describe the thrill and anticipation of first holding a child you are about to adopt. Crossing a state line without the proper paperwork is illegal. ICPC—Interstate Compact on…
“Adoptive parents are irrational.” The woman was animate, angry, and wanted to remain anonymous. I knew she had been adopted as an infant over 30-years ago, so I asked her…
“Adoptive parents are irrational.” The woman was animate, angry, and wanted to remain anonymous. I knew she had been adopted as an infant over 30-years ago, so I asked her…
Nothing can describe the thrill and anticipation of first holding a child you are about to adopt. Crossing a state line without the proper paperwork is illegal. ICPC—Interstate Compact on…
Ours was a closed adoption. We were first foster parents for our little 5-week-old boy, knowing he may soon become adoptable. His birth mother was placing him for adoption, but the government of Guam was intent on finding someone within his extended family to adopt him. (more…)
Hi my Name is Bridget. I have been a birthmom for 36 years. My journey starts in rural northern New York in 1977. I was a 17 yr old girl…
Deciding to search out your biological family is an emotional decision. The process of seeking them out can be a daunting challenge. The internet is full of reunion stories. But…