
At 23, my life was unraveling. Pregnant and alone, I felt abortion was my only option. When I couldn't bring myself to go through with the abortion, I set out on a lifetime's journey as a Jewish birth mother. Twenty years later, I am a successful business owner, in a wonderful marriage, and have a great relationship with both of my biological children, one I raised and one that I placed for adoption.
I only started to share my story of being a Jewish birth mother about 4 years ago. I ran from telling my story because of the shame - ashamed of myself and afraid of shaming my family. I ran for many years but now I stand strong.
Adoption is such a beautiful thing and there are so many people who can benefit from it when it’s done well, in an ethical, non-coercive manner and is truly the woman’s choice. This is why I am working to reverse the stigma against being a Jewish Birth Mother.
Discussions of the journey of moving through an abortion clinic to placing children for adoption and reuniting years later. Discussions of the stigma placed on Birth Mothers and getting your life back.
Today, I try to live each day as fully as possible and help others do the same. I tell the people in my life — and especially the women I am privileged to meet and speak with— that they are not alone. Try and make the best decision possible at any given moment. Be honest with yourself, and with others, and Embrace the Future!
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Lori Prashker-Thomas ~ Writer, Speaker, Advocate
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