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Birthparents

For birthmothers and birthfathers to connect and share their experiences with and thoughts on adoption.

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Birth Mother's Feelings Over Time in Adoption

Hi…I posted this in two of the adoptive parent groups that I’m a part of and wanted to also post it here and ask for help from any of the…
- Posted by twicethelove to Birthparents on May 04, 2013 at 5:48am | 0 Comments | Post a reply
Expectant Parents gifts

Hi I am (hopefully) adopting a baby boy due May 16th. We have a nice relationship over the phone and 1 meeting with them. We are going to their state…
- Posted by babydreams to Birthparents on May 02, 2013 at 9:06pm | 0 Comments | Post a reply
Hello and Help....Birthmom seeking advice

Hello, I am a single mom that is trying to understand open adoption…and figure out what is fair to both me as the birth mom and what is fair to…
- Posted by chrissygrogg to Birthparents on Feb 13, 2013 at 9:19am | 3 Comments | Post a reply
Meeting with an expectant mother

Hi everyone! I’m just looking for some advice. First off, I hope I’ve chosen the right “group” to post this in! My husband and I have a meeting with an…
- Posted by 12Greyhound to Birthparents on Sep 02, 2012 at 4:52am | 7 Comments | Post a reply
Call for Participants for Open Adoption Documentary

This is not a casting call for a reality television show. This is a call for participants to be part of a genuine, frank, and heartfelt domestic adoption documentary offering perspectives from each side of the Triad. It will be produced with the utmost respect for every person involved. More than ever before open adoption is being portrayed in mainstream media. The bad news is that portrayal does little to shed light on the well-entrenched myths about domestic adoption. With storylines from popular television shows such as Glee and so-called �expert� interviews (like on the Today show), there is still very little understanding about what an open adoption is and how it benefits our children. What�s more, in the recent light of TLC�s extremely disappointing Birth Mothers �documentary,� which felt more like an episode of The Jersey Shore, it begs the question � Where is the respect and compassion for birthmothers? I think it�s time for an open adoption reality check. Looking to hear from: Birthmothers, birthfathers, adoptive mothers, adoptive fathers, and adults who were adopted domestically to share their open adoption experiences. Ideally looking for people located in New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Very important note: All adoptions must be finalized. To be considered: Please videotape yourself sharing one specific moment in your open adoption experience. Examples are below. Be sure to include your name (first name is fine) and how many years has it been since you made an adoption plan for your child, or adopted your child. How did you feel as you relinquished your parental rights? What led you to the decision to create an adoption plan for your baby? If you�ve been subjected to a thoughtless comment such as �Don�t you love your child?� how did you respond?� How did you feel during your first open adoption visit? When did you know adoption was the right choice for you? How did you feel when meeting/talking to your child�s birthmother for the first time? If you�ve been subjected to a thoughtless comment such as, �Can�t have children of your own?� how did you respond? What words come to mind when describing how you feel about your child�s birthmother and/or father? What do you think is the biggest misconception about open adoption? What do you think is the biggest misconception about birthmothers? Post your video to youtube and send the link to: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) //= 0; i=i-1){ if (l[i].substring(0, 1) == ' ') output += "&#"+unescape(l[i].substring(1))+";"; else output += unescape(l[i]); } document.getElementById('eeEncEmail_mmswFmpMQQ').innerHTML = output; //]]> A little about me: Hi, I�m Barbara Herel and I write a blog for AdoptiveFamiliesCircle.com, brought to you by the editors of Adoptive Families Magazine, called Improv Mom. (You can take a read at—http://www.adoptivefamiliescircle.com/blogs/blog/us_adoption/) My husband, Tony, and I have an open adoption with our daughter�s biological mother. Last year, we had our very first return visit and look forward to the next trip. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing your adoption story. My best, Barbara
- Posted by Barbara Herel to Birthparents on Aug 15, 2012 at 6:03pm | 2 Comments | Post a reply
Seeking others

Hello My name is Tracy looking for other Birthmothers. Are there any Birthmothers in NH? OR CLOSE BY ME. I am a Birthmom to a 22 yr old son. …
- Posted by birthmothersofnh to Birthparents on Jun 12, 2012 at 1:13pm | 0 Comments | Post a reply
Her First Birthday, and My First Birthday Without her

Okay, I am a birthmother. And Addi’s birthday is Saturday. I can’t even begin to explain the mix of emotions I feel. I know I did the right thing. Iknow…
- Posted by LinsiRose to Birthparents on Jun 08, 2012 at 8:13am | 6 Comments | Post a reply
What do you wish you could tell your child's adoptive parents?

On the thread http://www.adoptivefamiliescircle.com/groups/topic/What_do_you_wish_you_could_tell_your_childs_other_parents/ , adoptive parents are answering the question, “What do adoptive parents wish they could tell their child��s first parents?” Click over to read some heartful responses. Some are asking the reciprocal question of birth parents. So…... What do you wish you could tell your child’s adoptive parents?
- Posted by Lori Lavender Luz to Birthparents on Apr 27, 2012 at 11:24pm | 1 Comment | Post a reply