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From Old Eggs to Older Mom

The journey that led me to become a mother through domestic adoption at age 45 began with infertility. But, since becoming a mom to my daughter, I have never looked back and don't hold onto the "infertile" moniker.
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 1 year, 3 months ago | 2 Comments | Post a reply
Looking Back and Giving Grats

Being able to express what I am grateful for during periods of upheaval and uncertainty, such as going through the adoption process, has been nothing less than a godsend.
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 1 year, 8 months ago | 4 Comments | Post a reply
Why I Support Adoptee Rights

For me, it's as much a basic human need as it is a fundamental right to know who you are and where you came from.
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 2 years, 6 months ago | 4 Comments | Post a reply
Where to Draw the Line

You hold the keys to your child's adoption story. With whom do you share it? How much do you share? As adoptive parents, is it even our right to share?
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 2 years, 8 months ago | 6 Comments | Post a reply
Having My Say About Motherhood (on STAGE!)

I'm proud to be taking the stage with mothers across the country in early May, speaking about, well, motherhood.
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 3 years, 5 months ago | 1 Comment | Post a reply
The Brave Ones

Has anyone ever called you "brave" after you mentioned that you have an open relationship with your child's birth mother?
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 3 years, 5 months ago | 21 Comments | Post a reply
What’s Your Open Adoption Truth?

After hearing back from many AdoptiveFamiliesCircle.com members who shared their stories, I'm pleased to kick off the Open Adoption Truth project with a video of Sadie, an adoptee who's also a birth mom and an adoptive mom.
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Improv Mom 3 years, 10 months ago | 9 Comments | Post a reply

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Respite Care and My First Week as a Foster Parent

Thanks for sharing this informative post.Awesome post on Foster adoption process.This post will be very useful for those who are planning for adopting a child. ...
- Posted by Rober Smith
Wed, Aug 16 at 1:28 pm | Post a reply
Respite Care and My First Week as a Foster Parent

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Why Adopt When You Have Biological Children?

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Discovering Unexpected Adoption-Related Themes in Disney Movies

This is a very interesting examination about what these films could be saying about adoption, even if they aren’t specifically addressing adoption. The evil depiction…...
- Posted by Adopthelp
Fri, May 26 at 7:05 am | Post a reply
A Truly Memorable Hospital Experience

It’s wonderful to know that the hospital was very attentive in providing all kinds of services, from child care to providing all nursing assistance. Also,…...
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An Adoptive Mom's Movie Review of Lion

Hi Deb, I want to read the book now! I felt the same about the performances—that kid should have been nominated! ...
- Posted by Barbara Herel
Fri, Feb 24 at 6:37 pm | Post a reply