Birth / First Families
Links and articles relating to the first and natural family of the adoptee. Links to support groups, search sites, information, and resources.
How to Open a Closed Adoption
With a minor child, adoptive parents are still very much a part of the process of opening a closed adoption or starting an adoption reunion. The process will include the following on the part of the adoptive parent:
- open communication that involves listening
- flexibility
- being aware of own feelings
Don’t be surprised when feelings of jealousy and some…
The Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute Looks at the Rights of Birthparents
A new study from the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute revealed prevailing stereotypes of birthparents and the need for updates in adoption practices. The report recommends 7 changes that need to be made to insure that all parties involved in an adoption are treated fairly during the adoption process.
A new study from the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute revealed prevailing stereotypes of birthparents and the need for updates in adoption practices. The report recommends 7 changes that need to be made to insure that all parties involved in an adoption are treated fairly during the adoption process.
Before You Enter Into an Adoption Reunion – for Birth Parents
What are some things to consider before embarking on an adoption reunion? I asked our adoption forum for some ideas on adoption reunion and this is what they had to say.
What are some things to consider before embarking on an adoption reunion? I asked our adoption forum for some ideas on adoption reunion and this is what they had to say.