In this episode of Choosing Adoption, host Donna Pope speaks with Angel, who traveled from Hawaii to Utah for adoption placement, and Laraine, her social worker. Angel shares how interstate adoption support provided her with the resources and family connection she needed during a complicated situation involving marriage difficulties and an unsupportive biological father.
Building Relationships
Angel describes spending nearly two months in Utah, developing a close relationship with the adoptive family through shared experiences and constant support. She explains how the agency helped bring her father from Arkansas to be present during delivery and provided comprehensive care that made her feel "spoiled" with support she'd never experienced before.
Honest Guidance
Angel emphasizes the importance of agencies providing balanced information about both positive and negative aspects of adoption rather than using money or false promises to influence decisions. Her story demonstrates how proper support and honest communication can lead to positive outcomes for everyone involved.
When women receive the support they need, they can make informed decisions that benefit their children and themselves.
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