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Birth Parents (Part 3) Loss and Grief

by Anna Glendenning

10 Mar 2006 05:03 PM

When birthparents are dealing with the loss and grief of having surrendered their baby for adoption, some feelings may be expressed as denial. Denial is a shield from the pain of the loss.

Birth Parents (Part 2) Before and At Placement

by Anna Glendenning

10 Mar 2006 03:57 PM

Many mothers and fathers who decide to place a baby for adoption express feelings of great loss in their own lives. Many birthparents hope placing their baby for adoption will lead to a better life for their child and better future for themselves.

The Adoption Triad: Birth Parents (Part 1)

by Anna Glendenning

09 Mar 2006 07:03 PM

I don't claim to know what it might feel like to place a baby for adoption. I do however, feel it is important that the Families.com Adoption Blog include supportive information for those considering an adoption plan and for those birthparents who have placed their babies with adoptive families.

How Do I Arrange for Future Contact With My Child If I Want It?

by Anna Glendenning

16 Feb 2006 05:39 PM

When a mother decides to place her baby for adoption through an agency, privately or independently she may choose to have a closed or confidential adoption or she may wish to have an open or semi-open adoption agreement with the adoptive parents.

How Would an Expectant Mother Arrange a Private Adoption?

by Anna Glendenning

16 Feb 2006 07:53 AM

Adoptions arranged without using an adoption agency are called independent or private adoption. These types of adoptions are legal in all States except Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, and Minnesota (at the time of this writing).

How Do I Arrange Placing My Baby For Adoption Through an Agency?

by Anna Glendenning

15 Feb 2006 04:58 PM

In every State, a pregnant mother can work with a licensed child placing adoption agency. In most States, a mother can also work directly with an adopting couple or their attorney without using an agency. Adoption agencies arrange most newborn adoptions.

Should I Place My Child for Adoption?

by Anna Glendenning

15 Feb 2006 01:26 PM

The choice to place your baby for adoption is a difficult one. Adoption is permanent and the adoptive parents will raise your child and have all legal authority for his or her welfare.

I Want to Place My Baby For Adoption, What Do I Do Next?

by Anna Glendenning

15 Feb 2006 01:03 PM

If you are pregnant and have decided to place your baby for adoption, you still have some choices you need to make for your baby's future. The hard part and decision has been made and now you need to decide what type of adoption plan is best for you and your baby.

Are You Pregnant and Considering Adoption?

by Anna Glendenning

15 Feb 2006 07:37 AM

Are you pregnant and not sure you want to keep your baby? Pregnancy causes many changes physically and emotionally, an unplanned pregnancy can be confusing for a woman. Talking with someone who can to help you decide if adoption is the choice that is right for you might help.



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