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Navigating the Holiday Season During an Unexpected Pregnancy

Going through the holidays while navigating an unexpected pregnancy can feel stressful. Balancing the demands of a busy season with the big changes your body and mind are going through might seem like a lot to handle. However, with thoughtful planning and a positive approach, you can still find moments of peace and joy. Here

How to Tell The Baby’s Father and Your Family You Are Pregnant

Finding out that you are unexpectedly pregnant can bring a mix of emotions, and one of the most stressful aspects may be figuring out how to share the news with your baby’s father and family. While it can feel overwhelming, you can take steps to make these conversations a little easier. Here’s how to approach

How Do I Support My Friend Experiencing an Unexpected Pregnancy?

Finding out that a friend is going through an unexpected pregnancy can stir a lot of emotions, and you might wonder how best to support her. The most important thing you can do is simply be there—listen without judgment and offer empathy. Sometimes, the reassurance that she isn’t alone can make a world of difference.

What is an Open Adoption?

In decades past, almost all adoptions were closed. A closed adoption meant neither the birth mother nor the adoptive parents knew anything about one another. A doctor or social worker chose the adoptive family, so everyone remained anonymous. Today, nearly 90% of adoptions are open or semi-open, allowing the biological and adoptive parents to meet

What Can I Do if My Partner Doesn’t Support My Pregnancy?

What Can I Do if My Partner Doesn’t Support My Pregnancy? An unplanned pregnancy is difficult enough, but finding out your partner doesn’t support you makes it even harder. Ultimately, the decision about your pregnancy is yours and yours alone. No one can force you to make a decision you don’t want to make. An

Coping With Complex Emotions During the Adoptive Process

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Don’t Be Scared By Adoption Fees

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Manifesto

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Advice to Adoptive Parents: Perspectives of Birth Moms, Part 3

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The Rewards & Challenges of Adoption: Perspectives of Birth Moms, Part 2

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