How can a birthmother prepare for a meeting with the adoptive parents?

Author: Annecy Ashburn, Adoption Expert

Normally, the caseworker helps the birthmother prepare for a meeting with the adoptive parents. The caseworker should orient the birthmother of important background information about the adoptive parents.

As a birthmother, let the discussion be as normal as possible as if you are having a conversation with a friend. If you feel the need to ask questions or clarify some points with regards to the background information the caseworker has given you, do not hesitate to ask. However there are questions you need to avoid asking the adoptive parents. Subject matters such as sterility should not be discussed.

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