It's Been a Minute Who deserves to be a parent?
Nov 26, 2024
Gretchen Sisson, the author of 'Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood,' shares her expertise on the often overlooked experiences of birth parents in adoption. She discusses the complexities of open adoptions and the emotional weight carried by birth mothers. The conversation challenges societal narratives that dictate who deserves to be a parent, diving into the legal hurdles surrounding open adoptions and the societal perceptions influencing these decisions. It’s a thought-provoking exploration of grief, choice, and the politics of motherhood.
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