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Why the Way You Show Up as a Birth Mom Really Matters

Why the Way You Show Up as a Birth Mom Really Matters As a woman who has placed a child …

Bringing Adoption out of the Dark Ages and into the Light of the 21rst Century

Bringing Adoption out of the Dark Ages and into the Light of  The 21rst Century.   It wouldn’t take you …

Dear Expectant Mom who is considering adoption for your child’s future,

Dear Expectant Mom who is considering adoption,   I write to you today with a very important message.   It’s …

Tis the Season For Holiday Triggers – The Adoption Christmas Story

During some seasons in a birth parent’s life, holiday joy comes with holiday drama and trauma. I  remember.  One minute I …

The Choice by Thomas Castleberry

The Choice Our lives irrevocably changed 4 years ago. Not just ours, but theirs also. A choice made out of …

Private: Birth Mothers Day Letter

Dear Birth Mom, I am thinking of you especially today on Birth Mother’s Day and sending BIG waves of love …

Adoption Stigmas, Prejudices and Hope for REFORM.

Several weeks ago I saw a post from a forum that was educating its members on open adoption. I’ve read …

Back To School Photos

It’s time for the kids to go back to school. Everyone is seeing lots and lots of photos on their …

Private:

Dear Woman Considering Adoption, I am trying so hard to reach you.    I know the journey that is ahead …

Dear Adoptive Parents Who Made Certain Commitments to Their Child’s Birth Mother, 

Dear Adoptive Parents Who Made Certain Commitments to Their Child’s Birth Mother,    I am writing to you today with …

The Letter, Fate and a New Beginning – Final Chapter 10

The Letter, Fate and a New Beginning – Final Chapter 10 After I placed my son for adoption, I asked …

C-Sections, Hospital Stays, and a 2 year old Little Angel – Chapter 9

 C-Sections, Hospital Stays, and a 2 Year Old Little Angel   I was 9 months pregnant and ready to have …

Food Shopping, Sweet 16 and C-Sections  – Chapter 8

Adjusting to the Convent:  Food Shopping, Sweet 16 and C-Section.  Chapter 8   The days were exceedingly long. Week after …

Behind the Scenes- The Breakdown, More Hideaways, and Loneliness – Chapter 7

Behind the Scenes- The Breakdown, More Hideaways, and Loneliness   I hopped off the short bus ready to race inside …

Robberies, Jail  and Cancellations  – Chapter 6

Robberies, Jail, and Cancellations     I can still hear the revving of the moped engine that popped down Ocean Avenue …

Wedding invitations, Judges and White Castle Cheeseburgers – Chapter 5

Wedding invitations, Judges and White Castle Cheeseburgers   The decision was made. He was 17 and I was 15 and …

Accusations, Church and State – Chapter 4

Accusations, Church and State    A funny thing happened when I got serious about keeping my child. People became worried and …

Humility, School, and Phil Donahue – Chapter 3

Humility, School, and Phil Donahue.        Eventually, Berner High School decided it was in everyone’s best interest if …

Pooh Bear, Paint and Promises – Chapter 2

Regardless of the number of years that pass some memories linger crystal clear. Pooh Bear, Paint, and Promises. I was …

Rock Concerts, Bikinis, and Teen Spirit – Chapter 1

I guess if there was an actual beginning to my adoption story this would have been it. Rock Concerts, Bikinis, …

Birth Fathers and Father’s Day

Father’s Day   I think just as Mothers Day can be a difficult day to deal with for birth mothers, …

It’s my Birthday! 

It’s my Birthday!    Another year has passed and with it comes the realization that my birthday is also my …

A Little Acknowledgement for Birth Moms on Mother’s Day Can Go a Long Way

Mothers Day is on the way….. Did you know that Birth Mothers Day is the Saturday before Mothers Day? One …

Birth Mom Head Talk

Question and Reminder- How are you choosing to live TODAY? What kind of head talk permeates your thinking each day? …

Healing is Possible

Healing—-Part of healing comes in how we see certain experiences. We can see our own experiences in a variety of …

Meet John Borgstedt – Child Abuse Survivor and Hero for Others

It wouldn’t be accurate if we didn’t shed awareness on the topic of abuse especially in the adoption community. Abuse …

Emotional Help for Birth Moms Today

Help is available for you Emotionally.   A huge part of the adoption process is an emotional part.    There …

Jennifer Fairfax LLC

    Thank you so much for taking out the time to speak with us today about adoption.   We …

Adoptions Together

  Adoptions Together – Maryland, Washington, DC and Virginia Thank you so much for taking out the time to speak …

Heart Of Adoptions

  Heart Of Adoptions – Florida   Thank you so much for taking out the time to speak with us …

A Baby Step Adoption

Thank you so much for taking out the time to speak with us today. Let’s start by learning the three …

Forever Bound Adoption

Forever Bound Adoption- Utah Thank you so much for taking out the time to speak with us today about Forever …

Adoption Associates Inc.

Adoption Associates Inc – Michigan We spoke with at Adoption Associates to learn about their services to pregnant women considering adoption. …

Haven Adoptions – Pennsylvania

Haven Adoptions – Pennsylvania We spoke with Sarah at Haven Adoption to learn about their services to pregnant women considering …

How Do I Choose an Adoption Agency?

One of the most amazing changes in the adoption industry today is the availability of options for a woman who …

Meet Carrie Who Grew Up In An Open Adoption Relationship

Meet Carrie, who grew up knowing she was adopted and had the benefit of knowing her birth family throughout her …

Meet Jamie Sandefer, Author and Creator of ” Love You From Right Here.”

Adoption and Foster Care Books Meet Jamie Sandefer author and creator of “Love You From Right Here”. Jamie took some …

Meet Cindy Howard, Creator of ” The Vita Pendant”.

  Meet Cindy Howard, Creator of The Vita Pendant. It is a pleasure having the opportunity to get to know …

Meet Amy K. Sorrells and “Before I Saw You”.

Meet Amy K. Sorrells author and creator of “Before I Saw You”. Amy, took some time out to share with …

Meet Patrice Karst and “The Invisible String”.

Recently, I came across a really special book. It’s concept was simple and practical and obtainable for any mother and …

Dear Mom,

Dear Mom, We have never met. I don’t know your name, hair color, where you live, your profession, your favorite …

With Time – Poem by Thomas Castleberry written for his wife on Birth Mothers Day

WITH TIME   (-written by Thomas Castleberry for his wife on Birth Mothers Day.)   I know the bravery, you deny. I’ve seen …

To my Son’s Adoptive Mom on Birth Mothers Day,

To my Son’s Adoptive Mom on Birth Mothers Day, Our relationship began on paper, 30 years ago.  Now, I find …

Feeling the Mother’s Day Blues?

“Will all the mothers please stand up? Do you have any children?” Mothers Day is almost here and for many …

Letter To My Child’s Adoptive Mother,

To My Child’s Adoptive Mother, I write to you now because I have lived each day with this complexity and …

Happy Birthday, Graham! A Birth Day Poem From Your Birth Father

One Year Ago One year ago the world became a better place. Our life’s became darker one year ago. Our …

A Letter to My Adversaries in the Adoption Community

A Letter to my Adversaries in the Adoption Community Dear Adversaries,   Sadly, traumatic events in life happen. Just being …

My Amazing Weeklong Visit with ALL of the Children that I Placed for Adoption

I had not seen 3 of my kids in about 10 years. The oldest currently lives with me. I received …

How My Open Adoption Relationship Developed Over Time

I have been a birth mom for a little over five years. I have two birth sons placed with the …

“REAL STRENGTH”

“REAL STRENGTH” -a poem about adoption written by a loving birth father, the night his son was born. Today, once …

“THE EASY WAY”

“THE EASY WAY”  A Poem about adoption from a birth father. Someone naively said once ” adoption is the easy …

Why “Back to School” Can Be Hard For Women Who Have Placed a Child for Adoption

Why “Back to School” Can Be Hard For Women Who Have Placed a Child for Adoption. New Clothes,  New Books …

Birth Mother’s Day: Then & Now

Birth Mother’s Day: Then & Now by Leah Outten   Some birth moms love having a day to celebrate and …

Do the Necessary Research for Your Adoption Plan

Do the Necessary Research for Your Adoption Plan Many times when we are faced with a problem that feels too …

A New Year and New Promises for Birth Moms Today

 A New Year and New Promises for Birth Moms Today A do-over is on the way… You are not alone …

DIY Guide To Getting Through the Holidays When You Really Just Want to Hide Under the Tree. -Holiday Cheat Sheet for Birth Moms

DIY Guide To Getting Through the Holidays When You Really Just Want to Hide Under the Tree. Practical Holiday Cheat … Kim Noeth

My Adoption Story

Podcast by Birth Mom Founder, Kim Noeth.  My Adoption Story. http://birthmomstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/adoptionfocus_2015_10_02_birth-moms-helping-them-find-their-way-a-conversation-with-kim-noeth.mp3

Neither, My Darling — Neither, Just Two Different Kinds of Love.

Once there were two women Who never knew each other. One you do not remember, The other you call mother. …

A Birth Mother’s Perspective on Mother’s Day

A Birth Mother’s Perspective on Mother’s Day – Guest Post By Theresa Gonzalez  I was one person sitting in a …

Pregnant and Keeping it a Secret? Stop!

Pregnant and Keeping it a Secret? Stop! Confide In Someone Who Has Earned Your Trust  You’d be surprised how many …

Choose Someone With Similar Values to Raise Your Child

Choose Someone With Similar Values to Raise Your Child Chances are if you are at this point in your adoption …

Being “In Choice” With Your Adoption

Being “In Choice” With Your Adoption By now if you are pregnant, you already know that have three basic general …

Weary Birth Mom, Do Circumstances Have You Down This Holiday Season?

Weary Birth Mom, Do Circumstances Have You Down This Holiday Season? Feeling Judged by the Scrooges in Your Life. Twice, …

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