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Podcast: Adoption: The Making of Me. An Oral History of Adoptee Stories
Episode: Gaynor: An Adoptee Finds Resilience
Description: Gaynor was born in a mother-and-baby home and spent the first six weeks of life there before being adopted in the same town of birth. Despite a challenging childhood with an adoptive mother who exhibited narcissistic tendencies, Gaynor persevered through an unhappy adoption experience. At the age of 31, after becoming a parent, Gaynor reconnected with their birth family. This reunion, spanning over 30 years, has been a remarkable success, with Gaynor finding a true sense of belonging and love.The journey of healing from past traumas has been long and profound. Writing a memoir, intended for her grandchildren...