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Adoption | The Rights of Birth Mothers Must Be Protected

The biological mother of an adopted child is commonly referred to as the “birth mother.” In the following viewpoint, Heather Lowe argues that as the adoption industry becomes increasingly profitable, the rights of birth mothers must be protected. Prospective birth mothers are typically uninformed of all their options, rights, and the risks of adoption, Lowe asserts. Many are pressured to terminate their parental rights by child placement professionals who are motivated by personal bias or financial gain. Therefore, she urges that numerous adoption reforms be implemented to protect birth...

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