No matter what your relationship is to adoption, there’s something we can all learn from one of the most important members of the triad: birth parents.
1
May
2020
5 Feelings to Expect After Placing a Baby for Adoption
If you’re considering placing your baby for adoption, you’re likely afraid of the intense emotions that you’ll experience after placement. Grieving a loss is normal, but you might be surprised at some of these common feelings birth mothers have after placement.
20
Mar
2020
9 Tips for Self-Care During the Adoption Process: Expectant Parents
Making an adoption plan can be tough. But, as you’re trying to do what’s best for your baby, don’t forget to take care of yourself, too.
13
Mar
2020
3 Deeper Things to Look for in an Adoptive Family
If you’re ready to start looking for the perfect adoptive family, check out three things that will make your search a little easier.
7
Feb
2020
How to Write a Letter to Your Birth Child
Writing a letter to your child after placement is equal parts cathartic and terrifying. Finding the right words to express how you’re feeling can be daunting. If you’re unsure of how to convey how much your child means to you, learn more here.
23
Dec
2019
How to Handle the Holidays when You’re Pregnant and Choosing Adoption
The holiday season can be a tough time for anyone, but when you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and making an adoption plan for your baby, it can be extra emotional. Here’s how to stay positive and cope.
6
Dec
2019
Q&A with Author Gina Crotts
In her new book “A Seemingly Unfillable Heart,” birth mother Gina Crotts documents her story and reflects on the deeper meaning of a journey full of peaks and valleys.
18
Oct
2019
Finding an Ethical, Objective Unplanned Pregnancy Professional
There are a lot of controversial and unethical professionals out there claiming to help women facing unplanned pregnancies. Here’s how to find the right one.
27
Sep
2019
Considering Distance When You Choose Adoptive Parents
Does it matter if the adoptive parents you choose for your baby live in the same city as you, or if they live far away in a different state? These are questions you may be asking as you consider adoption. Here are the answers.
2
Aug
2019
Breastfeeding in Adoption: What to Know for World Breastfeeding Week
Have you considered breastfeeding as an adoptive mother or prospective birth mother? In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, here are some of the pros and cons to consider as you decide whether it’s right for you.