birth mother

Example Sentences

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But as birth mother to Kelly and her brother, her approval had to be given for things such as the children going on holiday abroad or having their ears pierced.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

In 2021, they left their adoptive mother and moved to live with their birth mother.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Mieke Murkes was an infant when her birth mother, Okgyun, gave her up for adoption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

In Alabama, a birth mother has just five days to change her mind.

From Slate • Aug. 18, 2025

This time, Jonah didn’t bother correcting Chip out loud, though his brain translated, You mean, your birth mother set up an adoption plan.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix