No
matter what type of adoption you are in: international or domestic, your child's birthmother made a difficult choice that has given you a child to love
forever. Regardless of their situations, without the courageous decisions
of birthmothers around the world, many of us would not be mothers or future
mothers.
Take a
moment to show your birth mother that you remember her: Light a candle, say a
prayer, send her a note, and if your children are old enough to participate
include them in the process as well.
What
to include in the letters and updates to your Birthmother:
· Tell us about your child, his/her personality, funny
stories, likes and dislikes, milestones, etc.
· Individual pictures or ones with family that helps us to
see that she is happy.
· Tell us about places you've visited, actives the child
participates in, things he is good (or bad) at.
· It’s not always about what you say, but the care you put
into sending letters or pictures.
· If your child is old enough, send picture she has
made.
Labels: Adoption Support, Birthparents, bonding, Domestic Adoption, Heritage, international adoption, Mom's, Parenting, Positive Words, Toddler Adoption