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Adoptions & Waiting Families: How To Help Make Your Choice
Choosing adoption comes with a lot of hard decisions for a birthmother. With resources available, you can make the most
Staying in School During Pregnancy: Know Your Rights
What do birth mothers need to know about staying in school while pregnant and their rights? Whether you are in
Birthmothers & Adoption Support: Small Expenses That Adoption Agencies Can Help Cover
Being pregnant comes with a lot of costs that can quickly accumulate both before and after the birth. If
5 Postpartum Questions for Birth Mothers on Physical Changes
What happens to your body after giving birth? Even though you have undergone hormonal changes during pregnancy, take a
Guide to Friendships for Young Birthmothers
Are you the only one of your friends who is pregnant or has experienced a pregnancy? Although you may have
Signs That You’re Ready to Put Your Baby Up for Adoption
Adoption is a noble and selfless act that can benefit you, your baby, and their new adoptive family. But even
Healthy Ways To Manage Your Prenatal Stress
Pregnancy can create physical and emotional stress even under normal circumstances. For birthmothers-to-be, pregnancy can add an extra layer
Diets, Calories, Food Choices, and Pregnancy
What should birth mothers know about prenatal nutrition? A healthy pregnancy depends on several lifestyle factors, including what you
5 Winter Health Risks Birthmothers Should Know About
As autumn transitions into winter, birthmothers may encounter health challenges that stand in sharp contrast to the carefree cheer of
Frequently Asked Questions About Stress and Pregnancy
Stress seems embedded in the very fabric of modern society. Economic, medical, political, and social concerns add extra levels of
Summer-Time for Birth Mothers: Physical Health, Mental Health, and Handling Warm-Weather Celebrations
What do expectant birth mothers need to know about pregnancy in the summer? Whether you’re still in the first trimester
4 Ways Birthmothers Can Establish Healthy Communications with Adoptive Families
The adoption process includes a lot of elements and factors. If you’re a birthmother who has chosen their adoptive family
Open Versus Closed Adoption: A Guide for Birth Mothers
Birthmothers have the opportunity to determine the amount of contact to have with their children and adoptive families after adoption.
Adoption, Holidays, and What Birthmothers Need to Know
Are you considering placing your baby for adoption? You have questions about everything from the actual adoption process to how
6 Ways Birthmothers Can Involve Birthfathers During the Adoption Process
As a birthmother who chooses adoption for a baby, you may often involve the presence of the birthfather. If a
Pregnant and in College? What Birth Mothers Should Know
Are you pregnant and in college? An unplanned pregnancy doesn’t have to put an end to the pursuit of a
4 Birthmother Costs Supplied By Adoption Services
When you make the choice of adoption for an unborn child, having the support through the journey will go a
Labor and Delivery Questions Birth Mothers May Have
What can you expect from your childbirth experience? Take a look at what first-time birth mothers need to know about
4 Questions Birthmothers Should Ask Adoptive Families
One of the biggest decisions a birthmother makes is choosing a family for the baby. The decision is often hard
Returning to High School? FAQs Birthmothers Have
Are you a teenager who had to leave high school due to a pregnancy? Have you decided to give your
A Guide to Maternity Leave for Birth Mothers
Choosing adoption for your baby is an important choice and many of the traditional views of childbirth are altered during
What Birthmothers Need to Know About Pregnancy and Nutrition
How can you stay healthy during your pregnancy? What you eat and drink doesn’t just impact your body — it
The First Steps to Take if You Think You’re Pregnant
Are you pregnant? An unplanned pregnancy isn’t easy for any woman to handle on her own — regardless of age.
3 Ways to Prepare Your Body and Mind for Healthy Labor
Whether you are in your first trimester of pregnancy or third, you should begin preparing your body and mind for
Birth Mother Options: Characteristics You Prefer in an Adoptive Family
As a birth mother, take the time to decide what is important to you before you meet with an adoption
How to Talk to Your Parents About Pregnancy and Adoption
Are you a pregnant teen? An unexpected pregnancy is challenging — especially during the teen years. If you’re not sure
5 Strategies to Help You Feel Right About Adoption
When you first find out you are pregnant when you are not yet ready to be a parent, you face
Get the Most From a Birth Mother Support Group
Preparing to both give birth and give your baby up for adoption can inspire many emotions as the months go
Questions to Consider When Writing a Letter to Your Baby
Many pregnant women decide that adoption is the best choice for them and their baby, but that doesn’t mean that
What Birthmothers Need to Know About Pregnancy and the Flu
With flu season on the horizon, now is the time to learn about the virus and what it may mean
Tips for Setting Boundaries as a Birth Mother
Placing your baby for adoption is a selfless choice to make, and it is sure to bring up a wide
School and Work for Birth Mothers
Once a birth mother decides to continue her pregnancy and place a baby for adoption in Arizona, she often still
Post-Delivery Tips for Birthmothers
As a birthmother, you may have no idea what to expect after labor and delivery. Many books about giving birth
Cope With Your Child’s Birthday After Adoption
In the years that follow adoption, your baby’s birthday can take on a whole new meaning. Should you celebrate the
Birth Mother Projects: Future Gifts to Begin Now
A woman never forgets a child she gave birth to, even if the circumstances prevented her from raising the child.
What Birth Mothers Should Know About Open Adoptions
Many birth mothers have questions about the adoptive parents their child will have. A birth mother might wonder what the
Take Care of Yourself and Your Baby During Pregnancy
Pregnancy changes your body in ways that you probably never imagined possible. As your baby grows, you experience physical changes
Tips to Help Birth Mothers Discuss Adoption With Friends and Family
Adoption is a brave and admirable option that many pregnant women choose. It’s not always a decision that’s immediately understood,
3 Choices You Have Control Over as a Birth Mother
Unplanned pregnancies can be devastating. If you find yourself pregnant with a child that you are not emotionally or financially
Considering Adoption When You Already Have Children
Many people imagine a birthmother thinking about adoption as a teen or college-aged woman. The reality is that women of
How Birthmothers Can Talk to Family and Friends About Adoption
When you first find out that you’re pregnant, you may not know who to turn to or who to talk
How to Manage the Post-Adoption Emotions of Being a Birth Mother
Birth mothers do not just walk away and forget about the child they gave up for adoption. The pregnancy and
Adoption is Love
When Birthmom Elizabeth received the pictures of her ultrasound, she was shocked to see the most perfect image of a
Sage’s Story
To any Birthmother wondering how their child will be loved once adopted or how an adoptive family experiences adoption, please
Positive Adoption Language
Just like parenting through birth, adoption is about building a family. At Arizona Adoption Help, we honor a mother’s decision
What do Birthmoms look for in an Adoptive Family’s Profile?
This week I asked one of our past birth moms to think back to that very moving time when she
The Facts about Adoption
At Arizona Adoption Help, we are dedicated to providing birthmothers the support and care they deserve. Recently I’ve been doing
A Mother’s Love
Tucson, AZ My name is Leslie and I am a mother. Some would call me a birthmom, but I know
How Adoption Changed My Life
We were so inspired by one of our birth moms we asked if she would be willing to write a
Jenna’s Story
Now that the holidays are over, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to be a birth
Common Questions from Birth Parents
Will I be able to choose the family? Yes, if you would like to choose the family we will show
Birthmom Kaleena
When one birth mom decided to place her baby for adoption, her desire to do good and be a good
5 Reassuring Facts For Those Considering Adoption For Their Child
The decision to offer your baby for adoption is not an easy one. In fact, it may be the hardest
Robert & Timothy
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for taking the time to view our profile. We are very excited to take the
Noah & Leslie
Status: Matched
Dear Birthparent… You are so strong -we can only imagine what you are going through now, and we are
Jennifer & Raul
Status: Matched
Dear Birthparent… We would like to thank you for taking the time to read this and getting to know
Luke & Sandra
Status: Matched
Dear Birthparent… We would like to start by saying thank you for considering us to be adoptive parents and
Trevor & Clint
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… We are Trevor and Clint and we’re so glad that you are taking the time to learn
Robert & Christine
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… As you read this please know we are incredibly thankful for you and admire your love and
Brigid & Andrew
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Hello! We are Brigid and Andrew, two people with a lot of love to give to a
Serkan & Hulya
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for being so strong and choosing life for your baby. We are so thankful that
Emily & Micky
Status: Matched
Dear Birthparent… Thank you! We are Emily and Micky. We are so excited and ready to be parents. We
Kenny & Ari
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… THANK YOU for taking the time to get to know us. We are trying to imagine the
Jennifer & Leigh
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… We thank you for allowing us to introduce ourselves and respect that your decision takes courage. We
Tim & Matt
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… We want to say thank you for taking the time to look through our profile and take
Ellaine & Geoffrey
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for considering us as loving parents for your child. We want you to know that
Alex & Collin
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… We cannot thank you enough for taking the time to consider us as parents to your child.
Colleen & Jordan
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for considering us to be the proud parents of your baby. We admire your strength,
Paul & Alex
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Hi there! We are Alex and Paul. We are so excited that you are considering us. THANK
Brenton & Tron
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Dear Mother / Birthparents Thank you for letting us show you a small glimpse inside of our
Julie
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for considering me as an adoptive parent for your child. I feel it must take
Shannon & Todd
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… We are Shannon and Todd, and we would like to thank you so much for considering us
Shawnna & Matt
Status: Still Looking
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for taking the time to learn about our family and considering us as you try
Gary & Raniece
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Thank you so much for considering us as potential adoptive parents to your child. We can’t imagine
Danielle & Tyler
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for taking the time to get to know our family. We understand that the decision
Brittany and Elyse
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… We may not know you, but we already consider you to be one of the most important
Ana & Carlos
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… We want to first off say thank you for considering adoption. We understand that this is a
Mike & Sean
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Warmest greetings to you. We are Mike and Sean. We want to thank you for taking your
Kimberly & Scott
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for taking the time to consider adoption. We can appreciate that this must be a very
Lisa & Stewart
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Dear Expectant Parents, Thank you so much for giving us this opportunity to introduce ourselves and tell
Angie & Kali
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… We want to express our gratitude to you for reading our profile and considering the gift of
Liz & Bladi
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Hello! We are Bladimir and Liz. We know this is a hard decision you are about to
David & Eddie
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Hello! We are David and Eduardo. We can’t thank you enough for taking the time to learn
Steve & Matt
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about us, and for considering us
Val
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Hello I’m Val! I am very grateful that you are reading my profile and giving me an
Jon & Bryan
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Dear Mom, We hope it’s OK to call you mom, because if we are lucky enough to
Amanda & Joe
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… Hello, expectant mama! Thank you so much for taking the time to look at the profile of
Chris & Anthony
Status: Adopted
Dear Birthparent… First and foremost, we want to thank you for taking the journey that you’ve chosen to give
Becoming a Birthmother
My name is Rachel and I am from Tucson, Arizona. Yesterday I found out I was pregnant and due in