Finding My Birth Mother Changed My Life — and the Way I Manage My Healthcare
As an adoptee, I was denied the right to my medical history. Finally having access to it makes me feel connected to others and my new family.
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Adoptees Nationwide May Soon Gain Access to Their Original Birth Certificates
For adopted children, obtaining original birth certificates is a difficult process
Our Gestational Carrier Brought Us the Joy of Parenthood — and Friendship
When Kathleen carried our baby, she became a part of our family, too
I Was a Gestational Carrier, and I’d Do It Again in a Heartbeat
Carrying a baby that's not your own sounds daunting, but it's the best gift you can give
The Chosen One: Announcing an Adoption and Bonding With Baby
Your new child deserves the same type of recognition that biological kids get, so start writing up announcements that your little one has arrived and show your new baby right away how much you love him or her.
Broaching the Subject: Your Child's Understanding of Adoption
It's likely been something that has been on your mind since the moment you considered adopting your son or daughter: how and when to talk about the adoption.
A Healthy Start: Bonding With Your Adopted Baby
If you're worried that your adopted son or daughter may have a tough time feeling like part of the family when he or she gets older, you can take comfort in knowing that bonding with them now can do a lot to secure a healthy, close relationship.
Adopting a Child: Ensuring That You're Ready
There are some specific things that you and your partner should think about before making any serious commitment to adopt a child.
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