Gave up baby 7 years ago, is it okay to ask for pics?

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Ghost Writer	I don't see why not. I just recently placed my baby girl for adoption a week ago, and the couple actually WANT me to have some involvement, which I have heard is really rare. But I feel uncomfortable about it. I have told them that I am unsure of my feelings about being involved, but we do send correspondences back and forth via lawyer. They plan on sending pictures and understand if I want to just sort of view from the sidelines. I feel my presense might confuse her. But they are a wonderful couple and I do not want to step on any toes. She is their baby now and if they even send me one photo in her entire life, that would be more than enough. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

keilyjoseph	IT IS OKAY TO ASK FOR PICS ONLY IF YOU CAN SEE THE CHILD. BUT WAIT AND ASK PERMISSION FROM THE CHILDCARETAKER FIRST. CAUSE SOME OF THEM BE ACTING CRAZY SOMETIME. GOOD LUCK SWEETIE Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

illusen	it is always okay to ask questions! go ahead and ask. after all this baby is your own flesh and blood Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

sophisticated lady	I agree with linzer all the way. There is nothing wrong with wanting to see your own child! Yeah you made some mistakes in the past, but you are human. But you probably will want to be reunited with him after seeing photos. They may not mind you visiting him tho. You should ask them. He may want to know who his real mother is anyway. Good Luck in the future. I hope they let you see him :) Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

professionalfemale01	knightanais (the second person to answer this question) is probably also pro-life. I would bet my life on it. Those people have no answers for life's tough decisions, they just like to judge and blame. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Penny A (Vanessa)	Regarding your comment about getting criticism, if a teen is faced with a pregancy, it doesn't matter what decision she makes - she will ALWAYS be criticised. Example: 1. If you aborted people would say 'oh your murderer etc' 2. If you adopted people would say 'how could you do such a thing, your own flesh and blood!' 3. If you kept the baby people would say 'your too young! you're a child yourself!' and sneer at you and call you names while you push the pram.... Anyway, the point I'm making is, you made the decision that you thought was best for you and your child and if people don't like it, it's their problem. In answer to your question, go ahead and ask for pictures, especially since your child's parents are open about it. Best wishes, Penny xxxx Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Lil's Mommy	If you have been in contact with them, I don't see any reason why they would not give you a recent picture of him. Although they might see it as a change of heart of sorts. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Torrejon	Ask for the pictures. The worst thing that could happen is that they simply say no. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Tea Crazed Person.	I am afraid if you do you might wish you went back in time and stop. Or maybe it might make you happy to see him with someone who could take care of him. idk just ask them.... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Angela S	No way, I think that it is perfectly fine for you to ask for pictures. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Ayawi	Ask for pictures. They will most likely be glad to show your your beautiful son. It will probably hurt to see him, but it will also make you feel better. Besides, if they do say no, you are in no worse place than you are now right? Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Dimples	I recomend that you do ask, there should be nothing wrong with that if you'll are keeping in contact. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Hesperia	Good for you! I think you should see a photo of him if you'd really like to and they are open to this (AND SO HIS HE). I would ask fo just a photo of him, no one else it in. This will make it easier on yourself. Remember, this was your child, you should be able to see a picture, but this isn't your life anymore, so don't pressure. They might feel very proud that you want to see a photo of their son! Best of luck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ladybmw1218	If you are in contact anyway, I see no reason not to ask for a recent photo. This is assuming you have a reasonably respectful relationship, and that they aren't wacko people who will see that as a threat. I'm surprised they haven't offered. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

C K Platypus	You don't lose out on anything by asking. Prepare yourself for all answers, ie they might say no. Good luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

punxy_girl	I am an adoptive mother and I exchanged pictures with the birth mother for a year. I offered to continue but she did not respond. Now that my daughter is older and asking questions, I wish I still had contact with the birth mother. I have the deepest respect and admiration for her and only speak well of her to my daughter. I believe that many adoptive mothers feel this way. Please ask. They may be afraid at first, but they may be happy to accommadate you. Good luck! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

lissie	I don't see why not, especially since you have kept in contact with them. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

cris_c0ast	It's your blood you should be able to get videos knightanais ^ that chick.. don't listen to her, I'm sure you had a perfectly good reason for giving your baby up for adoption. She's immature people like that don't deserve a mouth to talk with. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Nicci R	Sure you can ask for pictures! I'm an adoptive mom, and if my daughter's birthmom asked for pics, (I send them to her anyway...we have an open adoption) I'd be happy to send her some! The worst thing that can happen is they could say no, but I doubt it. Especially if you still are in contact with eachother. They know how much you love your child. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

T-Bone	Sure! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mac cracker	i dont think it would be wrong if you are still in contact with them... i mean the worst that can happen is they say no right!? i mean yeaaah they could stop being in contact with you, but if they were open about it back then, why wouldnt they be now? just ask....if you really wanna seeee him, i would ask. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

lilshorty3088	if your talking to them there is no reason not to ask what is the worst that happens they say no Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

gadsdencpl2005	hi, i think if the adoptive parents are okay with it it would be find. just remember that you gave them this precious gift and now its theirs so if they don't mind then i see no problem with it as long and child doesn't either. i would ask the parents first .. good luck and i compend you on giving up for adoption some people would not have done it and the children are the ones who suffer.. god bless Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

babybluebird1988	no, it sounds like its an open adoption so go ahead and ask!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Lisa G	You can always ask, however you have to make sure you are ready to stand by whatever they decide, even if it no. If you are very open and honest with them, they should have no problems with it if thy were so open before about it. All you can do is be honest with them, and simply ask =) GOOD LUCK!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

granny_annabelle	Wow, this is a tough one. I think it would depend on the relationship you have maintained with the adoptive parents. IF it was my adoptive child, I might feel threatened if they parent suddenly asked for pics after 4 years. When you say you have maintained contact, is it once a year, few times a year, etc? I think if you explained to the adoptive parent that you posed no threat but were just curious then perhaps they would give pics. I don't know if I would be willing to share with an adoptive parent though unless it was a really open relationship. Good luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

tiamarie33	I don't think it is wrong at all. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Linzer	I think it would be fine. Though, it might make your heart a little more sore. But then again, it might make it as peace also. I don't see asking for his picture is offensive or anything. And if they feel differently (which they do have the right) then they would let you know. =o) Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

lindsey4706	I don't see how asking could hurt. I would definitely try. The worst that could happen is that they say no, right? Also I give you tremendous credit for putting your child up for adoption! What an amazing selfless thing to do! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

pditty	You don't suck! in response to that post above. You probably made the best decision in giving your child to a loving family to be adopted. With that said, no it's not wrong to ask for pictures, but be prepared for a "no" from the parents. And if they do allow it, that should be the only contact you have with the child, through pictures. Your presence would really complicate things. Asking can't hurt, just make it clear for them that you are purely curious, want to see him, not trying to get into his life. Good luck! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Wize Guy	I don't think it would hurt to ask, just be mentally prepared in case they say no. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No