Birth Mother Trauma

Some birth mothers go into a prolonged mourning period that can last for years, following the relinquishment of a child to adoption. The suppression of the painful memories into the subconscious can be maintained over a lifetime, until she finds a way to heal. It is important that she allow herself to go through a healing process that will reframe the past and change the way she views herself in the present.
This book offers a Seven Stage Recovery Program for the birth mother that takes her through the following steps towards healing: Denial, Survival, Awakening, Grief Work, Bargaining, Forgiveness and Transformation. Going through the Recovery Process will help lessen the emotional pain.

“Birth Mother Trauma” is a must read for birth mothers preparing for reunions with their surrendered children.

Status: Available on backorder

Published: 1992

Publisher: Morning Side Publishing

Format: Softcover

ISBN: 0969629508

ID#: 1853

DC#: 362.83 C