Why Sharice Considered a Closed Adoption vs an Open Adoption
Sharice didn’t want an open adoption. The pregnant woman seemed resolute about placing her baby. Just not an open adoption.“But I don’t want to, like, see him or visit with…
Dispelling Adoption Myths: What Every Parent Should Know
Myth: Adopted Children Will Always Struggle with Identity Issues Reality: There is no research that supports this myth. Certainly, most humans want to understand their biological roots. And definitely, some…
Finding the Right Adoptive Parents for Your Baby
If you're asking yourself, "How do I find adoptive parents for my baby?" know that you're not alone. Many women in your position feel overwhelmed by this task of finding…
How to Tell My Child They’re Adopted
Secrets suggest there is something to hide.Why would you hide adoption from your child?Therefore, when people ask, “How do I tell my child they’re adopted?” we respond.You tell them about…
Maybe Every Lie Isn’t Dangerous: Why Honesty About Adoption Matters
I’m not shaming parents for the lies they tell their children. For example: Acceptable lie. “When the bedroom door is locked at night, it’s because Mommy and Daddy are wrapping…
Questions Every Birth Mom Should Ask, “What will you call me?”
What are you going to call me? Are you going to call me “birth mother?”, “biological mother,” or by my first name? If you are considering placing your child for…
Honoring Birth Parents: Celebrating Courage and Love on Mother’s Day
Honor birth parents. Celebrate the woman who carried your child. Honor them in deed and speech every day. This weekend, Mother’s Day weekend, formally honor this woman's courage. Regardless of…