Our Adoption Papers

Hey! Am I Adopted podcast

In this episode, Emily, Jean, and Kay discuss their adoption papers and the information they contain. They explore the differences in their papers, including names, birth certificates, and consent for adoption. They also discuss the significance of having two birth certificates and the potential challenges in searching for biological parents. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the contents of adoption papers and the impact they can have on an adoptee's search for their origins. In this conversation, Emily and Gene Trowbridge discuss their adoption papers and the information they contain. They compare their experiences and the details they learned about their biological parents. They reflect on the importance of having this information and how it has shaped their understanding of their own identities. They also discuss the differences in the level of detail provided in their adoption papers and the significance of that information. Overall, they emphasize the value of intergenerational storytelling within adoptive families.
Story Notes:

• Adoption papers can vary in content and provide important information about an adoptee's origins.
• Having two birth certificates is common for adoptees, with one reflecting their original birth name and the other reflecting their adopted name.
• The information in adoption papers can impact an adoptee's ability to search for their biological parents.
• Understanding the contents of adoption papers can help adoptees navigate their search for their origins. Adoption papers provide valuable information about an adoptee's background and biological parents.
• Having access to this information can provide a sense of comfort and validation for adoptees.
• The level of detail in adoption papers can vary, but even limited information can be meaningful.
• Intergenerational storytelling within adoptive families can help foster understanding and connection.
• Sharing adoption experiences can honor the past and contribute to a more supportive adoptive community.