298Introduction The following adoption reunion story is by guest writer, Margaret Watson, who holds a Bachelor of Arts (Welfare Studies) and a Certificate of Somatic Psychotherapy. She has worked in community... read more
2301Being part of a process of adoption, in any capacity, is always a complex experience. It can leave you with unanswered questions and the desire to know more. If you are the one who has been adopted, it... read more
470The following is a short essay by Tracy Lyon detailing her experience with adoption and her inspiration for To Absent Family—a service providing Bereavement Boards for people who have lost family members. The... read more
772When embarking on the difficult and emotional journey of searching for their birth family, many adoptees have understandable doubts, fears and concerns. The most consuming of these usually revolve around... read more
679Between 1945 and 1973, about 350,000 unmarried Canadian mothers were persuaded, coerced or forced into giving their babies up for adoption. Many babies were illegally given away, like a puppy at the... read more
1223Searching for your birth family is a brave decision, but it’s not without its challenges. Adoption reunion problems can arise, making this journey an emotional rollercoaster. The hope of reconnecting... read more
11592Perhaps the most daunting part of searching for your birth family is figuring out how to start. Where do you get those first leads for your search? The first step is to gather all the data you have... read more
674Adoption is a complex process that has a profound impact on the lives of biological parents, adoptive parents, adoptees, and extended families. However, it’s often over-simplified in the media, contributing... read more
4476The decision to start searching for your biological family is rarely taken lightly. Regardless of the result, it holds the potential to change your life forever. Some adoptees have always been determined... read more
580Since the first moment that the idea of searching for your biological family came to mind, you could probably feel a twinge in your heart—a little voice you had to silence before moving forth. You may... read more
