Lifelong Birth

Parent Support

We offer free and confidential support 24/7 via text, phone, or email.

Caring for Birthmothers offers a weekend retreat to provide support for women who have made an adoption plan for their child. Our retreat encourages the building of a support network and resources among those who attend. Not only is the retreat for birthmothers, but it was also designed and is facilitated by birthmothers as well. Wherever you are in your journey, we offer free and confidential support.

Birthmother Retreats

Free Support & Healing for Mothers After Making an Adoption Plan

PROVIDING SUPPORT

Caring for Birthmothers is a post-placement program that offers several opportunities for support and healing. It promotes a sense of ongoing community and understanding, and the support is tailored to birthmothers’ unique needs. These services were created to help you gain the support you need post-placement and it is our philosophy that birthmothers do not have to pay to attend.

Caring for Birthmothers Retreats and Post Placement Support Services are sponsored by Caring for Kids, donations and programs such as The PAIGE Foundation, Akron Community Foundation, and Women's Endowment Funds. We are continuously seeking partners and support to maintain these free services. 

Pizza Meet-Ups

Not sure if you are ready to attend a retreat yet but want to learn more about them and meet new people with similar experiences? We would love for you to join us at a “Pizza Meet-Up” for the opportunity to meet other birthmothers and have fun. 

Reach out to Lori for more details and event location

RETREAT PROGRAMS

Online Support

Caring for Birthmothers has created a public Facebook page dedicated specifically to birthmothers which include resources, positive messages, and information. We have also created a private group that allows for online support in an accepting, positive and more confidential way. Many birthmothers have begun utilizing this support and we hope you also join us and get involved!

RETREAT PROGRAMS

Contact Lori if you would like to be included in the private Facebook support group

Connect with us on our Caring for Birthmothers Facebook Page!

Pizza Meet-Ups

Not sure if you are ready to attend a retreat yet but want to learn more about them and meet new people with similar experiences? We would love for you to join us at a “Pizza Meet-Up” for the opportunity to meet other birthmothers and have fun. 

Reach out to Lori for more details and event location

RETREAT PROGRAMS

Online Support

Caring for Birthmothers has created a public Facebook page dedicated specifically to birthmothers which include resources, positive messages, and information. We have also created a private group that allows for online support in an accepting, positive and more confidential way. Many birthmothers have begun utilizing this support and we hope you also join us and get involved!

RETREAT PROGRAMS

Contact Lori if you would like to be included in the private Facebook support group

Connect with us on our Caring for Birthmothers Facebook Page!

Get to Know our Caring for Birthmother's Team

Each of these women have dedicated their time to growing this program that meets birthparents where they are at to aid with their healing and growth. We are grateful to have them share their experience and passion!


BIRTH PARENT LEADERS

Lori

Birthmother

Lori is a passionate birthmother and adoption professional with over 30 years experience in social services. She is the mother to 3 adult daughters, 1 she made an adoption plan for and 2 she parented. Lori advocates strongly for open adoptions that provide adoptees access to the pieces of their life puzzle. She also believes that appropriate post placement supports to birth parents are crucial to the well being of these parents. She has facilitated birth parent retreats and support groups for over 10 years and hosts retreats in Ohio and Florida. She is honored to have been selected to present at several National and international adoption conferences. Lori is a proud graduate of the University of Kentucky and still considers KY “home”.

Stephani

Birthmother

Stephani is a birthmother to Carter Rose, born and placed in an open adoption after a cryptic pregnancy in 2020. With over a decade working in mental health, this alt mom takes pride in expanding the definition of motherhood, encouraging others to embrace themselves along the way. 

Caroline

Birthmother

Caroline is the birthmother of Abby, whom she made an adoption plan for in 2012, in an open adoption. She understands the needs of birthmothers who have recently placed a child. Caroline is a swim coach and teacher and enjoys helping others learn and grow.

Freedom

Birthmother

Freedom is the birth mom of Eliana, whom she placed in an open adoption in 2017.  She deeply values the relationship she has with Eliana and the adoptive family. In addition to being a devoted mom to her four other daughters, Freedom is committed to navigating the complexities of adoption and is passionate about connecting with other birth mothers and values the support and shared experience they offer. 

It is our philosophy that birthmothers do not have to pay to attend. Caring for Kids desires our retreat to be accessible to all birthmothers who have made an adoption plan. Caring for Kids pays the $100 fee for our birthmothers that would like to participate in the retreat. Any financial support you can give will be appreciated!

We welcome your questions! Please feel free to call or email Sarah Bozsik at sarah@cfkadopt.org.

What are your
next steps?

When you feel ready, we can meet with you face to face at a time and place of your choosing. You’re welcome to bring along a friend, family member, or anyone else you may want to be involved!

 

We encourage all parents to be actively involved throughout the decision-making process in order to help us identify what is most important to you, including choosing your adoptive family and deciding what level of on-going contact is right for you. Caring for Kids will be by your side every step of the way.

 

If you have further questions regarding Caring for Kids provides for expectant parents, please call/text 330-294-9811, email us at options@cfkadopt.org or complete our Contact Us form. 


You can rest assured that any and all calls or emails you make will remain confidential.