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Angela Krueger
Feb 2, 2009
What Birthmothers Look for in Adoptive Parents
When making an adoption plan for her baby, a birthmother will consider the parenting style, financial stability and hobbies of the adoptive parents in her decision.
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Jan 8, 2009
Introducing Birthmom to the Extended Family
When the extended adoptive family meets a child's birthmom for the first time, issues may arise. Here are some ideas to help everyone through the initial meeting.
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Dec 26, 2008
Myths About Birthparents in Open Adoption
For open adoption to work, birth and adoptive families need to be sensitive to each other's experience, define clear boundaries and keep the relationship child-centred.
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Dec 26, 2008
Myths About Adopted Children in Open Adoptions
For the benefit of the child, open adoptions are most successful when there are clearly defined boundaries and expectations between the birth and adoptive families.
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Dec 20, 2008
Pros and Cons of Open Adoption
Open adoption relationships between birth and adoptive families help adopted kids understand where they come from and answer some of their difficult questions.
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Apr 10, 2008
Keeping Contact with Birth Family
Staying in touch with an adopted child's birth family can develop meaningful relationships for everyone involved and give the child a connection to her past.
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Nov 12, 2007
Homemade Gifts for Birth Families
Christmas presents given to an adopted child's birth family can become special treasures and keepsakes. From artwork to music, there is a personal gift for everyone.
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