An unplanned pregnancy can bring up a lot of questions, and as an expectant mother, you may be considering adoption. Adoption can be a difficult decision to make with a lot of legal, social, and emotional aspects involved, so you want to be well informed about the adoption process before making a decision.
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Many people have the misconception that being a birth mother starts and ends with the physical. Yes, of course the birth mother physically carries the child for the pregnancy, but her connection extends beyond that, and often her involvement in the child’s life does as well. In this article we’ll discuss what it means to be a birth mother, and how you can define that term to fit your own life.
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An expecting mother could experience an array of different feelings while getting an ultrasound. It is important for expectant mothers that have an adoption plan for their baby to understand that experiencing these emotions are normal and expected.
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Meeting your birth child is always likely to be an emotional experience, even if you just gave birth to them a few months ago. It can be even more stressful if it has been years since you last saw them. Regardless of the time that has passed, we’re here to help you navigate that meeting.
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Choosing to place your child for adoption is a very difficult decision and is not made without a lot of consideration. While you may have a lot of questions for a birth parent, not all of them should be asked out of respect for them. Some of the questions you should never ask a birth parent include:
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The adoption process can be a long and emotional one for both the birth parents and the adoptive ones. For birth parents, even if they’re certain that their decision to place their baby for adoption was the right one, they’re still likely to experience intense feelings of grief, doubt, or denial after placement. We have five tips to work through those feelings and start on the way towards a healthy, happy life.
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If you’re experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, you may be feeling stressed and a little overwhelmed. The first step to alleviating this stress is finding the right doctor to guide you through this experience. A knowledgeable, attentive, and kind doctor will make you aware of all of your options and will help you choose what’s best for you and your family. To help you find the right doctor for you, here are some tips:
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Every mother wants to ensure their child has the best life, and sometimes this means placing your child for adoption. As a birth mother, part of your responsibility to your child is ensuring the baby has the best start to their life possible by following best practices during your pregnancy. Below are 10 ways to ensure a healthy pregnancy.
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Placing your child for adoption can be a daunting experience. You may have a mixture of emotions including anxiety and fear, especially when the time comes to meet the child’s adoptive parents. You may ask yourself many questions and stress over small details. How then, you might ask, should you prepare and go about meeting your child’s parents? Let’s look at some helpful tips.
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An unexpected pregnancy can be a scary thing, especially when you don’t know what to expect. Even after you’ve made your mind up about adoption, you may have some questions about what the process entails. In this article, we’ll discuss the experience of being a birthmom and placing your baby for adoption.
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