[paigeturner]

Pre 1973 about 1/3 of the states had decriminalized abortion. The OP stated that she is 30 so, R v W was already in place.

Having said that, for me there is no linkage between my decision to place my son and my decision not to obtain an abortion. There is also no linkage between my decision not to obtain an abortion and religion. There is absolutely no linkage to my deep feelings for my son and my decision to place. My son was wanted very much.

Your birthmother may not feel worthy to know you. She may still carry a deep shame for having placed you. She may be a cold woman with no parental instincts. We're all different. All of us.

Good luck with your journey. I read your other thread...I say go for it!