Birth Mother Matter in Adoption Ep. 92: Adoption Match Choice Preferences

  Birth Mother Matter in Adoption Ep. 92: Adoption Match Preferences Differences Between Birth Parents and Adoptive Parent For Adoptive Families Adoption Match Preferences Drug useMental illnessOpen vs. Closed adoptionCommunicationRealistic expectationsWhat is disclosed to bms and what is notRelationship with bm: during pregnancy and afterUnderstanding the internal conflict a bm may have regarding her relationship with apsBeing able to meet a bm mentally and emotionally where they areBMs may change their mind about the hospital plan or level of contact For Birth Mothers/Fathers Education undertsanding what adoption is vs. co-parenting or fosteringOpen vs. Closed AdoptionCommunicationUnderstanding the mindset of adoptive parentsRealistic expectationsWhat is disclosed to aps and what is notRelationship with aps: during pregnancy and after For Both Sides Establishing a relationship takes time, effort and energyTrust has to be builtEvery relationship has its ups and downsEveryone needs graceAttachment is real and goodbyes can be really tough