Category: Birth Mother

"’What did it feel like when you signed the legal documents? How did all that feel?’ I was never asked those questions. It was an island for me...' - Stephanie,

I am connected to adoption because I placed my baby into the arms of an amazing family a little over a year ago. Today, I am proud to call myself

What do you call that? How do you put a word to what a mom does when she places her child for adoption? Overwhelming love. Carmen was the straight-A student

One word to describe how you felt the moment you discovered you were pregnant? Conflicted because I was only 16 and not married, but there was going to be a

My story is a little unconventional I guess...or maybe it's not. My birth daughter, Sarah, is 19 now. When I was pregnant with her, I actually had worked with her

Warning: The content of this story contains very sensitive subjects and potentially distressing material.  Lydia is from Alabama and is currently pursuing counseling to help others who have gone through

I wonder what she is doing right now. Is her sweet mama holding her, kissing her cheeks and telling her how much she is loved? Is her daddy blowing raspberries

You see, I've never met my dad, even to this day. My mom is mentally disabled and did not and does not have the mental capacity to take care of

Dear Birthmom, I want to encourage you today about the decision you have made. Having made this choice I know some of the feelings you may be experiencing. It is

Open adoption can feel like a strange relationship, and it’s a lot of work. During my pregnancy, I met with the adoptive couple monthly. Each time, we shared a meal