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
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
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
It’s National Adoption Month!
It’s National Adoption Month! November is National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate and recognize all people who have been positively affected by adoptions. Children and their adoptive parent celebrate their unique families; birthmothers celebrate with each other to acknowledge their shared journey, and parents looking to adopt are encouraged to consider all options, including foster care and new birthmother … Read More
The Story of Birthmothers Who Already Have Children
The Story of Birthmothers Who Already Have Children Guilt is the hardest emotion for most birthmothers to handle. When it’s your first child, the guilt primarily comes from the thought that I’m not ready for parenthood when I should be. But that’s not the case for women whose adoptee child is not their first child. And there are many out … Read More
Facebook, Instagram…..And Adoption
Facebook, Instagram…..And Adoption A mother of six, a DJ, and a Facebook fan…..what do they have in common? They are all one young lady sharing her story day by day on Facebook. When Alana found out she was pregnant…..for the seventh time……she debated whether or not she should consider adoption. One thing was certain: abortion wasn’t an option she would … Read More
What is a Home Study? Is it Important to Me?
What is a Home Study? Is it Important to Me? If you’re getting too the point where you need to start choosing your adoptive parents, someone may have mentioned a home study. But what is that? You might wonder, “Are they going to study me at home? Is this part of the adoption process?” A home study is actually a … Read More
What to Do When Adoptive Family Doesn’t Honor Open Adoption Agreement
What to Do When Adoptive Family Doesn’t Honor Open Adoption Agreement You may be new to the idea of an open adoption, as it is a relatively new practice and not always discussed by adoption agencies as an option. An open adoption refers to a birthmother-to-adoptive parent relationship where the birthmother has contact and receives information about the child after … Read More
The Memory Box: A Keepsake for Your Baby
The Memory Box: A Keepsake for Your Baby After pregnancy – the hard decisions, the tears, fears, and finally the birth – you’ll finally have some time to think about you. Probably the only thing on your mind for the past nine months has been, “What can I do for this child that’s about to be in my life?” But … Read More
Four Steps to Maintaining a Healthy Pregnancy
Four Steps to Maintaining a Healthy Pregnancy One of the most important things to keep in mind during your pregnancy is your health. You are now living for two, which means that your lifestyle choices are more important now than ever. This is a great motivator to start healthy habits, and take time just for yourself. A healthy lifestyle encompasses … Read More
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