Dowdy had given birth just one year prior and had placed her child using a closed adoption method. In a Closed Adoption, birth and adoptive parents do not exchange identifying information, such as names and addresses. It enables birth mothers to meet and converse with adoptive parents prior to a child s placement. Counselors mediate the exchange. Once the child is placed in a new family, birth parents can still visit through pictures and letters.
Nothing can deprive adoptive parents of their joy.
Letters and photos are received with elation, joy, and the knowing that the birth parents made the best decision for their child. It s a beautiful thing. At orientations people learn about the ongoing need to adopt children, learn about the available adoption programs and review photos of children who are available for adoption. The training sessions are informative question and answer programs with professionals who will prepare people for the exciting and rewarding journey ahead as they prepare to adopt their child. All attendees receive free materials and informational brochures.