birth mother
Example Sentences
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One is his long-estranged birth mother, who at last shows up in Alphy’s life for an auspicious celebration but may not be entirely ready to embrace him.
From Salon • Jun. 16, 2026
She said she brought the case because of their wishes after they resumed contact with their birth mother, who also supported the application at the UK Supreme Court.
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
Sometimes Jonah’s mom would say things like, “You have such great dimples and such beautiful eyes—do you suppose those came from your birth mother or your birth father?”
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
