Communication Changes After Adoption
If not addressed, questions after adoption can impact your ability to communicate openly, build trust, and establish boundaries between you, your birthparents, and your child.
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Have I done something wrong? My birth mom has stopped responding. -
What does my birth mom think about me?
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What is the right level of involvement for birthparents?
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How do I talk to my child about their birthparents when the time is right?
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Why do I feel guilty?
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Does my birthmother believe I’m a good mom?
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Should I provide support to my birthmom? I want to help but...
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Can I set boundaries with my birthparents and not upset them?
You Can Establish Healthy Boundaries
Boundaries help build positive and healthy relationships between birth parents, adoptive parents, and your child.
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CommunicationTalk openly about feelings, decisions, and boundaries concerns.
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RelationshipEstablish and maintain the right level of involvement for everyone.
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TrustEveryone is focused on building healthy relationships.
