Adoption Quote by Kathleen Hanna
“I'm a big proponent of open adoption, because it allows a relationship between the birth mother and her child so that the kid isn't like, "Where did I come from?" And to have it be like, "Look, you have a bunch of people who love you." Not just the parents who are raising you on a day-to-day basis, but also to have contact with your birth mother and hopefully your birth father. So that you can be like, "Oh, they love me too, and they love me so much that they knew they couldn't take care of me but they're still in my life to some extent."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Art of Open Adoption" podcast, 2023
Open adoption can provide a child with a broader sense of belonging and identity by maintaining ties with birth parents.
In simple terms: Open adoption offers children connections to birth parents.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open communication in adoption processes.
Themes
adoption
family
identity
love
Mood
hopeful
thoughtful
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- adoption agencies
- family counseling
- support groups
Key Concepts
psychology
social work
child development
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundaries are needed for healthy open adoption?
- How can birth parents stay involved without overstepping?
A Different Perspective
Open adoption may be complex and emotionally challenging for all parties.
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