Putting a Baby up for Adoption

A hospital stay can be a difficult time for a birthmother because she is welcoming a baby into the world and also departing with a child at the same time. This makes an adoption plan very important. This plan is usually a list of documents containing the birthmother’s preferences for the hospital stay and birthing process. It’s beneficial to create such a plan to avoid any unwanted scenarios at the hospital. It’s not easy to create an adoption hospital plan, so we’ve compiled some tips for all birthmothers.

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Usually, labor doesn’t begin with a gush of water like it’s presented in the movies. For most women, labor sneaks up on them, so it’s no wonder women are worried about the labor and delivery of their baby. It doesn’t matter how many books you read or classes you take, you’ll never be completely prepared for labor, but it’s important to do the research and learn as much as you can. That’s why we’ve prepared some labor tips for you. Continue reading →

Adoption is an emotional rollercoaster for everyone involved in the process. Sometimes, relationships gained through the process become wonderful friendships. But, not all experiences are the same. Even though open adoption means there’s a certain openness, there are often some things that are left unsaid. Birthmothers and adoptive parents have many feelings, fears, and desires they are maybe too afraid, shy, or embarrassed to share. Here are some things adoptive parents want birthmothers to know! Continue reading →

After birthmothers place their child for an adoption, many go through a period of loss, which includes various stages of grief, including anger, sorrow, denial, shock, or depression. It’s not easy to reconcile the emotional adoption process, so it’s completely normal that some birthmothers suffer from post-partum depression after the placement. There are ways on how to cope with this emotional time. Continue reading →

Facing an unplanned pregnancy is a difficult and highly emotional time for any woman. Before making a final decision on how to handle it, you should research every option there is. Arming yourself with information is crucial, so you need to be well-informed regarding your future and the future of your unborn baby. Continue reading →

It’s difficult to generalize the impact of an adoption on a birthmother. Every one of these women faced a unique experience and coped in her own way. All in all, there are usually the emotions of guilt, grief, anger, and loss that a birthmother may face after the adoption is finalized; however, you can move forward in a healthy way after the adoption, so take a look at some tips we’ve prepared for you. Continue reading →

Pregnancy can be a stressful and emotional period for birthmothers, especially if they don’t know what to expect. That’s why it’s important to get to know some of the pregnancy basics as well as the pregnancy timeline. Continue reading →

When prospective adoptive parents ask themselves what are birthmothers are looking for in an adoptive family profile, they should be aware there is no golden rules or unique formula. Birthmothers are no different than any other parent—all they want is a loving and caring family for their baby. That being said, however, there are always some things you should consider including in your profile to help give a birthmother the best first impression of your family. Continue reading →

Your due date is getting closer, and maybe it’s hard to concentrate on anything other than the adoption, all that paperwork, and thinking about how uncomfortable and exhausted the labor is going to be. But, you should spend those days before your baby is born relaxed as well as prepared for every possible scenario. Continue reading →