Author Archives: Caitlin Mueller

Do I have to tell the birthfather about placing the baby for adoption?

By Caitlin Mueller | Published December 15, 2010

If you and the birthfather are not on good terms, the thought of talking to him about adoption might feel overwhelming. Maybe you haven’t told him that you’re thinking about adoption, or maybe you don’t agree on whether it’s the right decision. Maybe you’re not even sure how to get in touch with him. The [...]

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What is “matching” in open adoption?

By Caitlin Mueller | Published October 8, 2010

After you have received a packet of families and spent some time talking to one or more families specifically, you might be wondering, “Now what?” After you have identified the family that you would like to adopt the baby, the next step is called matching. Matching is a commitment that you and the adoptive parents [...]

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