Birthfathers

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Information and resources for and about birthfathers, men whose children were placed for adoption. For information for and about fathers and putative (presumed) fathers before adoption, see About Biological Fathers.

Sound of Silence: Birthfathers

Birthfathers are the most silent group in the adoption community as far as participation in online groups, reunion registries, and extended families. Our community has a variety of thoughts and opinions about why this might be.... [more]

Birthfathers' List
An email list for birthfathers only, for support, information and discussion. Must be over 17 to subscribe.

Birthfathers Speak Out
The most silent segment of the adoption community steps out of the shadows, by Mary Martin Mason.

Birthfathers: The Forgotten Half of the Story
"Biological fathers get short shrift in fairy tales and real life. But their exclusion can have legal and emotional consequences.' A great article by Eliza Newlin Carney for Adoptive Families.

Ellen's Adoption
Written by Ellen's birthfather and adoptive father, a unique perspective.

Fathers & Son
Some affirming reflections by an adoptive father after meeting his son's biological father.

I Reflect As I Wait
A wonderful poem by birthfather, J. T. Niswonger.

Jason's Story
Jason, his adoptive dad and his birth dad write.

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