Birth Parents Blog

In the media, birth mothers are often portrayed as women who decide to "give up" their babies for adoption. From talk shows, to movies, and even to casual chats with friends, the term "give up" is often mentioned in connection with adoption. Today, we're going to explain why adoption doesn't mean that you're giving up.

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When you're thinking about adoption, you might get some slack and hear negative comments. People may say things like "giving your baby up for adoption is selfish."

Today, Lifetime is giving you the truth behind the five most-popular adoption myths!

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Seeing that positive pregnancy test can be exciting...unless it isn’t. Maybe you feel like you’re too young to be a mom, are in the middle of college, or already have kids and just can’t handle another mouth to feed. Whatever is stressing you out about pregnancy and raising a child, there are really good reasons to think about adoption, and creating an adoption plan.

If you’ve never heard the term “adoption plan,” it means the process of placing a baby up for adoption. It isn’t “giving my baby away.” It’s a well thought-out plan for making sure you and baby both have the best chance at life.

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"I was on the birth control shot and just found out that I’m several months pregnant. I’m in total shock. I always wanted to raise a child, but now is definitely not the right time, and I’m not sure that my relationship with my boyfriend will even last. This is not what I imagined at all when I pictured having a baby someday. I think adoption would be good for us, but I haven’t had any prenatal care yet. Does that matter too much to the adoptive parents? I’m seeing a doctor now, and things look fine. I just don’t feel like this is “my baby,” if that makes sense. Is it too late to give my baby up for adoption?”

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You have a right to make whatever choice you want for you and your baby. And while those choices may affect others around you, it’s not up to them. If you have decided that an unwanted pregnancy isn’t good for you or your child at this point in your life, you may be considering giving baby up for adoption.

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Considering adoption? Here are some straight answers to 6 myths about giving baby up for adoption:

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