Written Stories
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“I had no family support”
I am a birth mother to two beautiful children. Full-blooded siblings that live together with the same wonderful couple. I was 18...
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Santa Clause, Oprah, and High Hopes — An Adoptee’s Search
I hate secrets and surprises. I always have. I attribute this to being a curious person, but on an extreme level. And, even that...
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Freshman in College, Scared, Nervous & Alone — Shelbi’s Story
I was pregnant at 19 years old, freshman in college, scared, nervous, and alone. I didn’t realize I was pregnant until 7 months...
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The Bond Between Mothers — Charity’s Story
Warning: The content of this story contains very sensitive subjects and potentially distressing material about the effects of...
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I Was Scared that if I Held Her I’d Never Let Her Go — Laurisa’s Story
I was completely heartbroken to find out that I was expecting again. At the time my then husband and I were renting one bedroom...
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If It Were Not For Her — An Adoptee’s Perspective on Life and Why She Shares Her Story
Meet my family: These people have shaped and defined the woman that I am today and have always surrounded me with love, support,...