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12.23.2004

Interesting invention idea...

I found this "invention idea" on MSN and thought it was INGENIOUS. So I am sharing.

http://www.ideashappen.msn.com/Entries/Default.aspx?id=6653

Birth Mother Baskets
Entrepreneur
Ashley O., Austin TX

As an adopted child, I have a sincere respect for my birth mother who placed me with a loving family as a newborn. I currently work as an adoption counselor and I have found it very interesting to witness the sensitive relationship between the birth mother and the adoptive parents. It is apparent to me that many adoptive parents, although well-intentioned, do not always have the experience or the level of understanding to properly thank the birth mother for this priceless gift. After a birth mother delivers, there are many items she may need-- most of which are small and often overlooked. A birth mother may desire a warm robe, lotions, hygiene products and other small items that may make her hospital experience more comfortable. If funded, I will create gift baskets for birth mothers who have just delivered and plan to place their child for adoption. I think there is a significant market for a care package service that allows adoptive parents to purchase gift baskets for the mother of their adopted child. The adoptive parents will feel confident about the gift given during this emotional time and the birth mother will be reminded of the love the family has for her and her child.

2 Comments:

Anonymous said...

Wow, that's a brilliant idea. Nice for family of the birth mother, too, who might be conflicted about the baby being given up for adoption, but want to support Mom anyway.

Thanks for sharing it.

Cecily

3:14 PM  
Stephanie said...

What a thoughtful gift. Great Idea :)

7:15 PM  

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