birth parent
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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His mother confessed that the man he believed was his biological father was actually his stepfather, and that his birth parent was a professional gambler who died in a hit-and-run accident.
From Salon • Aug. 12, 2023
Dear Amy: As an adoptee and a birth parent, I have to correct your advice to “Anguished Aunt,” the sister who disregarded her brother’s wishes to have contact with his biological daughter.
From Washington Post • Jan. 23, 2023
During this time, a relative could petition to become the child’s guardian or a birth parent could petition to reunify with their child, Stogel said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2022
A vast majority of child welfare advocates praise safe haven laws, saying they keep babies alive and safe when a birth parent isn’t able to care for them.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2021
Some Chilean adoptees have found a very different response after tracking down a birth parent.
From New York Times • Dec. 17, 2021
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