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Mother and adoption attorney, Nancy Worcester, tells the story of the open adoptions of her children, what it means to her, her children and family, and the birth families.

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Although this is not possible in all cases, this story just helps to emphasize the impact on a child from knowing where and who they come from. An adopted child may not even realize that they are feeling this way, but they may always feel as if a piece of themself is missing if their adoptive parents are not open and honest with them. Even small babies know when their parent is not there. They do not know how to communicate it, but they do realize when their primary caregiver is not there. This story shows none of the fear that is usually associated with an adopted child meeting and having a relationship with their birth family. They have showed great love and respect for their child and the birth family.