The decision to give your baby up for adoption is not an easy one. And once you may that decision, you still have some other decisions to make, one of which is whether to pursue an open or closed adoption. Closed adoptions are not nearly as common as they once were, and that's because open adoption offers so many advantages for birth moms. Here's a look at some of those key advantages.
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See When Marriage Counseling Might Be Appropriate For You And Your Partner
Most people get married because they cannot imagine being closer to another person than they are to their partner. However, marriage life comes with many challenges. As a couple, you might reach a point where you start having a real challenge keeping the lines of open and honest communication open. This hitch is frustrating, and it might even make you want to quit your marriage life. However, before you do, consider seeing a professional marriage counselor since they will help you find a friendlier solution.
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How Can Marriage Therapy Help Your Relationship?
Your marital relationship can be a source of stability and comfort in happy times as well as difficult times. However, your marriage may also be a source of stress if there's strife in the relationship. Resolving conflicts on your own can be difficult. Fortunately, marriage therapists specialize in helping married couples overcome their differences. Here are four ways marriage therapy can help you build a more harmonious relationship with your spouse.
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Signs You May Have PTSD And Could Benefit From Counseling
If you are like most people, you do not know much about PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder). Many people believe that PTSD is something experienced only by war veterans who have seen combat. However, this is not the case at all. Anyone can have PTSD from a traumatic event in their life. Because a lot of folks do not realize this, PTSD can go on untreated and unaddressed for years in some cases.
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