Should I search?, Discussion about the process of preparing to search for biological rel Options

[jenn@cradle.org]

"Should I search?"

This is a question that crosses the mind of so many adopted persons, as well as birthparents, when thinking about the possibility of starting a search for biological relatives. There are so many questions and concerns about starting the search process, and excitement and hope too. Here's a place to discuss both the active process of searching, as well as the process of thinking it through.

Share your thoughts, and your own experiences here! If you have questions for the post-adoption services staff, ask away, and we'll see that your questions are answered!

[ninapostadoption...]

Hi Paul,
I know you spoke with Marie Chalmers about the services we offer, but I wanted to post a reply for others who are interested. We offer a variety of post adoption services and a full description can be found on The Cradle Website, or we are happy to send the information out in the mail. To highlight a few, we offer a non-identifying medical and social background report which is a report that consists of all of the non-identifying information from the birth parent records. If there is any indication in the records that the birth parent(s) was interested in future contact. or if we heard from the birth parent(s) since placement, that would be included in the report. We also offer services to connect birth family members through our mutual consent registry or our search services. I hope this information is helpful.
Nina Friedman
Post Adoption Counselor