OMG! You just found out you’re pregnant! You probably have no idea what to expect, aside from what your mom or the TV tell you. For the most part, pregnancy is a mix of emotional and physical change that opens you up to new things. Your motherhood starts now, and you should be prepared. Here’s a general guide on what … Read More
Are Independent Adoptions a Good or Bad Option?
Have you learned about independent adoptions as a birthmother? Independent adoptions are facilitated by the birthmother, adoptive family, and a lawyer or legal team. It allows you to place your child with a family you know. You don’t have to search through hundreds of potential adoptive parents to find the right match. In contrast, agencies provide extra protection you don’t … Read More
Choosing Adoption is Never a Mistake
We recently interviewed a new birthmother, Julia. She wanted to share her story, and the hesitations she had about adoption. We hope this story will help you consider adoption when faced with the tough decisions. An unplanned pregnancy is never easy to handle, but Julia’s story gives us insight into how you make that choice. “I just thought to myself, … Read More
4 Ways of Handing Postpartum Symptoms
As a birthmother, you have a unique journey after your baby is born. However, you may face postpartum depression after your child is placed in a new home. This is a struggle faced by mothers and birthmothers alike. However, you may have symptoms that other moms can’t relate to. These are the most common symptoms of postpartum depression, and how … Read More
Bonding with Your Baby During Pregnancy
Bonding with Your Baby During Pregnancy Birthmothers have little precious time to bond with their newborns. Most women, if they’ve already decided on adoption, place their children in adoptive homes within one to three days of birth which is a special time for moDo Birthmothers Get to Pick Their Baby’s Name? The expecting mother’s bookshelf likely has at least one … Read More
Do Birthmothers Get to Pick Their Baby’s Name?
Do Birthmothers Get to Pick Their Baby’s Name? The expecting mother’s bookshelf likely has at least one “baby name book,” tucked away and highlighted with her favorite names for her child-to-be. Naming is ceremonial, and a great honor for the parent because it gives their child a unique identity that represents who they hope their child will grow up to … Read More
Preparing for Your Birth
Preparing for Your Birth No words can describe the joy of childbirth to an expectant mother. It’s scary, intense, and one of the most anticipated moments of your life. But, once that moment arrives you will feel a happiness like no other. Some mothers compare it to the end of a marathon – you never believe you can do something … Read More
Talking to Your Parents About Adoption
Talking to Your Parents About Adoption The time initially following when you find out you’re pregnant, there will be three questions that immediately hit you hard: 1) What do I do next? 2) What will happen when I tell the father? And 3) What will happen when I tell my parents? The last one causes the most anxiety for young … Read More
Pregnant During the Holidays
Pregnant During the Holidays It’s getting so close to the holidays, and all of us at Birthmother’s Choice are excited to celebrate and help our birthmoms ease into the season during pregnancy. There are both benefits and drawbacks to being pregnant during the holiday season. We have some helpful hints, and sme reasons to be especially excited for this holiday … Read More
The Day After Your Adoption
The Day After Your Adoption After the birth, and after the new adoptive family has taken your baby home – when you’ve settled back into everyday life – you’ll have the feeling–the feeling that you’re missing something more than the life you carried for nine months. A part of your life has changed. The first day after the adoption is … Read More