Of course any adopted child is as much a part of the adoptive family as those that are bilogical however I do think it is important to consider the child being allowed to share what they know of their natural heritage. As an adoptee it was difficult for me to write an autobiography in jr. high using only my adoptive families information but because I knew nothing about my natural heritage at that time and feared hurting my adoptive parents I did the paper without mentioning my adoption. I have taught school many years and have feared adoptive children feeling pressure about this situation but soon realized what they want to share is up to them but am so happy when they can feel safe sharing about all their heritage.
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