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Scenario

When stepparents want to sever grandparent relationships through adoption

My son's ex-wife remarried and wants to adopt my grandson and cut off all contact with our family and I do not know if fighting it will hurt him more.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Legal proceedings that prioritize new family formation can eliminate grandchildren's connection to their biological heritage and support network.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Grandparents raising grandchildren?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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