Introducing
Profiles in Adoption Part Two
Birth Parent Experiences
1400 birth parents shared their experiences with us.
Here's what we learned about satisfaction, stigma, support, and more.
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#1: Birth parents are a diverse population.
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In Demographics and Adoption Experiences
"...it is important to remember that—like everyone —these are diverse individuals with unique, complex experiences. Something that was, itself, a key finding of the research."
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#2: Multiple factors were significantly associated with birth parent satisfaction about their adoption decision.
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Surprisingly, their child being the same race as the adoptive parents was not one of them.
What was the most statistically significant predictor of birth parent satisfaction?
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#3. Birth mothers are experiencing significant levels of stigma. In fact, it's become more pervasive over time.
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Who was the most commonly cited source of stigma?
You might be surprised.
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#4. More post-placement support is needed, with an emphasis on connecting birth parents with each other.
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Birth mothers noted that it was very helpful to meet and talk with other birth mothers who shared similar experiences. This played a key role in their journey of healing.
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Many birth mothers have not received the support services they needed following the adoptive placement.
Bar Chart Key:
>> Percentage of birth mothers who said they needed this service
>> Percentage of birth mothers who actually received this service
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Birth parents also told us what they think about...
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Adoption and the best interests of all involved
- Adoptee access to birth records
- The terminology they prefer to use when referring to their status in the adoption relationship
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