I Found My Biological Father with an Ancestry DNA Test!

[@dianesullivan4042]

Thank you for saying that you don't see birth mothers as cowards. I chose adoption over a year ago, and it's still very fresh and painful for me. My family disowned me for my choice and basically think I'm a terrible person. I get looked down on a lot and judged for my choice by people who don't know my reasons. I have ankylosing spondalitis, which is similar to lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, and raising a baby just wasn't in the cards for me. But similar to your story, I found a wonderful couple who couldn't conceive, and helped them fulfill their 10 year long dream to be parents. And they are like the Olympic champions of parents. I get updates and pics and he is just the happiest most beloved little guy on the planet. He'll have every opportunity to be whatever he chooses in life. He'll never know what it'll be like to go hungry or get the electricity shut off or beg for rides to make it to doctor's appointments. Everyone's life has struggles, but he'll never have to struggle for just the basics. I made sure he is financially stable with compassionate loving parents in the only way I could: choosing better parents than I was capable of being. I'm sure your biological mother thinks of you every day, especially on mother's day. I hope my son feels the same way you do about your adoption when he gets older. As for now, he's only 1 year old and all he knows are the parents who adore him and obviously doesn't know yet that he's adopted, although he's being raised so that it's not a secret. He'll grow up knowing he is adopted, and I just hope he feels the same way about it as you do. Thank you for sharing your story and I hope you find your birth mother someday.

[@ToniandRyan]

Sorry to hear about people's reactions to your decisions. I know how selfless a decision it is so on behalf of adoptees, thank you.

[@dianesullivan4042]

Thank you for your reply and your kindness.

[@acts10truth]

diane, you are a very selfless person to make such a great sacrifice for your son. It's always hard to do the right thing. I pray your life becomes wonderful and I pray healing for you

[@moonshinegrrl]

You did a wonderful thing so sorry your family don't see that

[@flocosta]

Diane, the only person you needed to think about when making your decision was your baby and that's exactly what you did. It does take courage to go against the crowd and especially when that crowd is your own family. You have not abandoned your child but given that child the best possible chance for a great life. I'm sure that one day your baby will grow up and thank you for that. I am an adoptee and my story is long. My birth Mom had 23 children including 4 sets of twins. She died after my twin and I were born in 1958. My oldest Sister tried to take care of the 14 kids still living at home. She was 22 years old though with 4 kids of her own to care for, so it became impossible to care for her Siblings to. She had to give them up and so some were adopted and others put in to foster care. My twin and I were never told about our birth family even though our adoptive parents knew the story. In fact they took us out of our oldest Sisters arms and took us home with them. In 1993 I joined an adoption search group who gave me our birth names and guided each step I took until we found our first Sibling. Somehow Wally Phillips from WGN radio in Chicago took our story on and had a reunion for 13 of us that he had helped us find at the time. Since then we have found every Sibling we have dead or alive. We had originally thought that the man our Mother married fathered all of her children but due to modern day DNA testing we have found out different. At least 5 of us and possibly 6 have different Fathers then who is on our birth certificates. From 1993 until this year I thought my twin and my Father was her husband, but he is not. So here I am at 60 years old trying to find out once again who my birth Father is. It's a crazy story with many twists and turns. One thing I can tell you though is that no matter if I find him or not, I will never regret being raised by the most wonderful parents in the world in my adoptive home. I am thrilled to know my birth family but after the stories I've heard, I was blessed not to have grown up with them. It was a mess after our Mother died and some of the kids were not as lucky as my twin and I were. I thank God every day for the decision my oldest Sister made to give us up. I've actually thanked her for that decision and one day your baby will to. You chose life and that takes courage. You went through all of the physical changes a pregnant woman has to go through and endure and the pain of childbirth without getting the rewards of raising that child. That is the biggest sacrifice a woman can make in the best interest of a child she knows she can't keep. It's great that you are able to get updates and see pictures of that child as it grows. To be able to see the baby in a loving home is your greatest reward. Bless your for your decision. In my case I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Stay strong!

[@realdrtommurray]

Just found this, Ryan. I learned of the identity of my biological father when I was forty. I learned he had died 6 months prior. I never met him, but I was fortunate to meet my half-sister. We're so alike. My sister and I had attended the same university and had the same boss but 6 years apart. More, my sister and son look so much alike, too. In fact, my son looks more like his aunt than he looks like me! Thank you for sharing your story, and congrats on your success with Toni.

[@itsjuanderful]

ALWAYS remember, BLOOD make you related, LOVE makes you FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ToniandRyan]

Very well said. (and I certainly won't forget!)

[@TheShowgunofHarlem]

Well said

[@llanianemesis]

SOOOO TRUE!

[@ejnicks5644]

Amen!!!

[@mufuliramark]

but BLOOD doesn't make you LOVE

[@eanpatrick2080]

i was adopted at 3 days old. found my biological mother when i was 15 and just last year in October I found my biological father at 32. great video mate and cheers!

[@joegilly1523]

Ean patrick good for you Ean . I had a good friend who was adopted ,he never tried to look for his biological parents . His parents were his parents ,and Dave was fine with that . Glad you tried and found yours .

[@KentPetersonmoney]

@@joegilly1523 when your adopted you never know if your bio parents are even good people. You could meet them find out thier a phycopath and go you know what I'm glad they didn't raise me.

[@candiyoung7027]

Thank you for making someone's wish for parenthood possible. I always wished to adopt, but my mates were having none if it. Having children didn't diminish my wish to adopt, either.

[@amieeingham5951]

I’m 30 years old, and I found my biological father last august through ancestry DNA. he didn’t know I existed either. My new family welcomed me in with open arms, just as yours did and it such an amazing feeling! Congrats!!

[@ToniandRyan]

WOW! Congrats!

[@KimAhrina11]

that's cool

[@wes52101]

I have followed your story since I saw your first video about your birth mom. I'm a birth father who was fortunate enough to be a part of the adoption process. My daughters and I have since reunited. I waited for so many years in the hopes that they would want to meet me. Thank you so much for sharing your story. It certainly was one that helped me hold out hope until my babies came back to me.

[@emilyrebekah1]

I LOVE that your mom went with you! I’m married to an adoptee. My in laws meeting my husband’s bio mother was a beautiful moment!

[@mrw4165]

A beautiful story. My brother in law recently met his son who was unknown to him. A family grows, love by addition.

[@shadyworld1]

Dude...you're one of the kindest and most wise young men I've meet on KZbin ! Wish if you were my older brother man, you'd definitely be my best Friend #Respect you a lot

[@ToniandRyan]

Haha thanks for the kind message Ahmed. I appreciate it

[@shellanon4212]

Finding the 1st one I gave up and telling my kids ruined things with them-he two I raised. Look before u leap. I wish I had kept that secret.

[@sierrasicard4593]

After listening to the last podcast before the birth of your daughter this morning and hearing the bit about your unknown family history, this gave me happy tears. I'm so happy for you!

[@barbarakiser5622]

I was adopted and all I ever wanted to do was thank my mum for the amazing life she gave me. Unfortunately she passed away before I could thank her. I did find my siblings though, all 10 of them and they told me I was definitely the lucky one. They had a hard life. Lots more to the story but bless the mums out there who gave the ultimate sacrifice❤️

[@raeleneabbott8757]

I love that you are such a grounded person and you are a credit to your mum and dad as they have brought up a wonderful caring man and I'm sure your biological dad is very proud of the young man you have become, and thank you for sharing your story with us I look forward to your next video.

[@globalman]

I echo all your true words.

[@ToniandRyan]

Thanks for your kind words Raelene!

[@gabbynicholls3398]

This is incredible, Ryan. I am so happy to hear this worked out.

[@mrtech2259]

I cried when you cried and I'm so overtaken by your story.

[@clwbchbabycakes]

Beautiful story. Beautiful attitude. Beautiful soul.

[@TheCaptainKim]

"An old-fashioned letter" hahaha. Aw, to be young! :D

[@ebenezerralte8215]

I've watching your story since I first found it. I'm so glad that you found your biological dad and I can feel it. At least I can do is to pray for you. So I want to keep fighting on what you're doing. May GOD be with you,

[@Sit2090]

I’ve been following your story since the beginning and I’m extremely happy you got to find your birth father. It touched my heart to hear that your father was really happy to meet you. I hope you get to meet your birth mother and finally get the closure you wanted. Best wishes all the way from Houston, Texas USA. Sincerely, Stavros

[@livinglife8333]

Grandma had champagne in the morning ❤️

[@madaketmom]

How wonderful for you to find your father! Younger adoptees are so lucky. I am 62 and last year found my biological families, my mother died in 2016, my father is in a nursing home, but I have a wonderful half brother on my mom’s side, and have become very close to my father’s sister. Best of luck to you!

[@erinsahlberg5491]

OMG I am in tears! BLESS YOU!

[@motheralice9371]

So, So happy for you, things unfold the way they are suppose to. Love your spirit!!! Kudos to your parents!!!

[@jojo-ir9um]

What a precious story ,Ryan, your father has a father's heart.

[@MegaVincentChan]

Amazing journey. Congratulations to all of you!

[@alobaker]

Your whole story just proves that patience and hard work pays off man.. and I’m not just talking about finding your family. Your career alone is something most people only dream of. Onya Bro.

[@lachlanstill]

Totally agree!

[@ToniandRyan]

Thanks Alo appreciate your kind words brother

[@mountainsquds3320]

The dads response 😭😭😭😭😭this story is so imotional😭😭😭😭

[@elainemccaffrey2555]

He has a "high profile" job 😠😠😠

[@Cothteh]

Congratulations on having such a positive response from your dad. That's a blessing. I found out last year that the man who I thought was my father wasn't. And my father is not interested in meeting me. Such is life. Happy for you

[@carriferrell]

Same happened to me.

[@marycrawford3460]

the guy you call your father is just a sperm donor. The one who loves you is your real dad.

[@Cothteh]

@@marycrawford3460 I did have a foster father who loved me

[@kaitlinbishop7270]

I need an update! I'm also adopted and have been struggling with the same questions that you were... Thank you so much for sharing your story

[@livingwithsteph8549]

I'm very happy for you guys!

[@jerikay79]

You are such a positive upbeat young man & when you were describing your 1st meeting with your Dad you'd think you were describing yourself, Ryan you are your father.

[@Yorkshire_Celt]

Cool vid mate, I've just sent the letter now I'm waiting for a reply. Fingers crossed.

[@ToniandRyan]

Hey Ron, let me know how you go.

[@tvtubetelle]

@@ToniandRyan Did you find your birth mom?

[@inasiradze3516]

what happend?

[@laylaali5977]

I don’t understand why some people put thumbs down a video guy finding his birth parents they must be miserable

[@steviewillhite3667]

I would think that they have a similar story but with alot of hurt in them.

[@TAS1965]

Aww, I remember you Mother’s Day Video on FB. I’m so happy for you!! I hope you meet your biological mom and it goes just as great! I love that your parents have been so great about you finding them! That’s love!

[@realcanadiangirl64]

Thank you for sharing your story Ryan! I found my entire birth family almost 33 yrs ago when I was 21 yrs old. Like you, I had wonderful loving adoptive parents who were always supportive of my search. I mostly searched for my birth mother because I wanted to thank her for giving me life, but I also wanted to meet another person in this world who I shared the same blood with. Imagine my surprise when I found out my birth mother had married my birth father two yrs after my birth and I had a full younger sister & brother!!! 😁 Now I have two families ❤💙 All four of my parents became good friends, and best of all, my children have a LOT of grandparents!

[@pragawa]

Wow

[@juliashireen6195]

Wow you're in a way lucky that the parents didn't go separate ways, otherwise you'd have a different path

[@johannae1180]

Your description of your birth father was lovely, you obviously are very like him! Thank you for sharing x 🙏🏼😁

[@erinsahlberg5491]

RYAN I met my biological father too. never my mom. I agree with your videos AMAZING! BLESS YOU!

[@OzmaOfOzz]

Your father's answer "what's mine is yours" made me weep 🥹 that was so sweet ❤

[@SamZeMan08]

Thanks for posting this. As someone who is currently in the process of trying to find my biological family. This gives me hope.

[@mariahannejohnson]

This has definitely encouraged me to go for it

[@flowersflowers5070]

What a great story. Your adoptive family has done a wonderful job raising and teaching you to be a sweet man. Thank you for not having a chip on your shoulder. We never know what goes on at the time in someone's life that it calls for such drastic matters as giving up your flesh and blood. I hope to see you have a meeting with your mom soon. God bless you and tell your mom and dad they did an awesome job!!!

[@Auzziebobz]

This is great. I found a brother and two sisters via Ancestory DNA. I'm 69 so I'm enjoying it. Wish is happened 10 years ago, it would give me more time to enjoy it.

[@KrissiCreates]

Wonderful video with a story so similar to mine. The big difference is that I found my biological Father at age 60 ! He was 86 at the time ! 2 years later my Poppa and I are so close. I also have 4 half siblings that I love ! I did find my biological Mother, sadly she had passed, but I've been taken in and loved by her side. Grandma was one of 15...so you do the math on cousins ,2nd cousins !! So loved, so blessed ! My Mom and Daddy totally supported me looking for my roots. Sadly they have both passed and did not see this. But I know they have been smiling from heaven!! Congratulations mate !!

[@kungfupeachez]

Congratulations! That’s awesome that you were welcomed in so warmly

[@carriecardwell608]

Very beautiful story! Thanks for sharing it! Side note: you have amaaaaazing dimples! 😁

[@b.snow-fotomkr6132]

How wonderful for you and your family. I found my birth daughter 32 years ago when she turned and 18 (we have an incredible connection) and just this week, 50 years later she has found her birth father thru a family connection on Ancestry; it's been a long journey for her. They have spoken and his family is welcoming her with open arms. We could not have asked for a better 50th birthday present for her.

[@kimberleydavis372]

Your story is beautiful!! My daughter is adopted, but the truth is I forget sometimes. It’s important for me to remember that she will go through this and need all my love and support!! I’m excited for the day she gets to meet her other family and make connections with them. I know she will always be my baby, no matter who she finds along life’s way. 💕

[@ambissing]

Thanks to ancestry, my husband met a half sister he didn’t know existed. She is delightful. For a long time, his dad would not entertain the possibility he fathered a child before meeting my mother in law. After two years, he finally agreed to contact her and he will meet her for the first time in June. We hope he falls in love with this new daughter as we all have.

[@hankfacer7098]

Beautiful, I have recently found cousins in the US (Ancestry DNA) and our relationship is awesome, I live in Sydney. God Bless you, thanks for the video

[@ceceray03]

I’m not adopted, just someone who scrolled through and saw the video post. Omg! It was beautiful! So happy for you! What a great outcome. I’m sure this very scenario is what most mothers want for their children. Blessings to you and yours!

[@lauren8627]

I am just crying through the whole video. I'm so happy for you, my heart is exploding. I'm so glad everything has worked out how it has.

[@tarenlosell1850]

Ryan- I love this video. You told this story beautifully. I recently found my birth father this past May. We have a wonderful friendship and looking into the eyes of half of you is a feeling I cannot describe. I’m very happy for you! I hope we both have long and happy lives with our new friends.

[@phuckoffbigbrother7557]

oh, I'm so glad this story had a positive outcome. I watched the initial video on FB. a while back and hoped for the very best for him!

[@maryslocum9443]

You are a great person , your adopted family have raised a kind caring person . What a great job . Happiness and love your way.

[@marycook1644]

Mary Slocum And Grandma is AWESOME !! 💝

[@Hartflame]

Ryan, what a wonderful story. I cried with happiness the whole way through the video. God has certainly blessed you. Cheers to you and your family.

[@asiassweetheart5214]

Oh my gosh Ryan you make me cry with your stories. God bless you and I hope one day you meet your mom too💕

[@CorruptionDee]

I love these stories. They're beautiful and hit you right in the feels. I've become more cynical with age, so these type of stories give me some hope in humanity.

[@mariahannejohnson]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I’m on this exact same journey and just did 23&me 💜 this is so encouraging

[@kernow9324]

I'd be so proud to learn you were my son.

[@KariTSays]

I found my Mom and she passed away 4 months prior. I wish I started earlier. I couldn’t afford too. Never found my Dad. Met my Gma and Uncle and cousins/

[@aminabakir8205]

I wish you all the best John. My children here in South Africa, most of them will never know who is their father or what it is like to have a positive father influence in their lives. The role of a father is the most important aspect for a child's development. Without this backbone of a family,this is where voilence and criminals are from, a person who did not have a great father on their life.

[@DonYelleandDiana]

ahhhhh this made me feel so many emotions! so happy for you 💓

[@anastasiap.9804]

Your kind and positive attitude is the best part of this story. Love to hear the news.

[@judyrogers9313]

Great story! Thank you for sharing! Btw, you are a gorgeous man! So happy for you!

[@caracorson2709]

So so happy for you Ryan! Awesome story!

[@Buba417]

You’re awesome! I loved getting to know your story. Hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷 ❤️

[@kristinsterling3685]

Absolutely beautiful beginning...one that many of us around the world are celebrating with you, thanks to you, sharing your story! Congratulations to all...you have the MOST beautiful, loving family, and the way that you cherish one another is spectacular!

[@hanneweber9211]

Not every story comes out as positive as yours. To all who are choosing adoption, be blessed. You are heroes too.

[@miryreina925]

What a beautiful man inside out! God bless you...your gratitude reach me so deeply...thank you you made me realize i have to practice gratitude every minute 🙏. Your family is awesome ...you all made me cry happy tears. ❤

[@Sabrina-rn9dn]

Simply awesome. So glad you have had a wonderful experience! Best wishes on the road ahead!

[@sarahdelgado0808]

I bet your whole family is so proud of you❤🎉

[@beckyjohns5350]

Thank you very much. I did share this video on Facebook and in a chat group.

[@marklane5414]

It makes me happy to see your story and that you have been able to find answers to those hidden and unknown questions that adoptees grow up with if they know they are adopted. You are blessed that your bio-father is now present in your life. An adoptee myself, I found my bio parents a few weeks ago. They married after I was placed for adoption…. I’m exchanging emails at the moment so who knows where this is heading. It’s stories like yours that pushed me to finally look for them at almost 50 years of age. I’m nervous, but it is what it is.

[@pearlvongpusanachai5942]

So happy for you and your loved ones ❤️. The timing is always the right timing, I believe.

[@skyeberry550]

Aww this is lovely I'm so happy you know your dad! Your incredible and strong

[@donnieraveling188]

Wonderful story .... thanks for sharing this

[@jodeming5088]

Ty for sharing your beautiful story. I cried thru it all. I am so happy for both sides of your family. Keep smiling & stay happy, but most of all enjoy the beauty of love & family .

[@Cokechiq]

That's amazing! So happy for you!! The suspense of waiting for your next video....😱 Hopefully it's not too far off. Good luck with everything you do! Wishing you the best from California!

[@Ptay0000]

You are the sweetest guy. I just want t give you a hug. You deserve all the blessings in the world.

[@margaretkearsey734]

I am so glad it worked out for you. I have often wondered how many people apply to the show "Long Lost Family" and their story never reaches the air because the parent/s do not wish to be found. It did happen once. A woman was adopted and she gave up a daughter. Her biological mother welcomed here with open arms. However, the daughter she gave up did not wish a meeting. However, she did send a nice text expressing her gratitude for her life.

[@suz0000]

Congratulations! So happy for you!

[@Rosandy27]

I’m crying ! Been crying for 3 minutes because I’m just so happy for u. My brother just made me an aunt and I found out that his girlfriend was actually adopted so it feels so surreal to me because I never had to deal with something so sensitive. She’s a Korean adoptee and I love her with all my heart. Im glad she’s part of my family because I love her and if she wanted to go back to Korea to find her family I would definitely go and support her

[@BecciKennedy]

This is so beautiful. You’re so blessed and I love your views. I wish you nothing but the best in everything.

[@austx290]

OMG, what a great story! I found my birth mother a few years ago. I haven't met her yet and I think I was meant to see this video :) Thanks Ryan.

[@ToniandRyan]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasmingovers4403]

That makes me so happy for you! And thank god your dad super chill about the whole thing!

[@NativeNYerChicHK]

Oh, so happy for you!!! ❤️

[@brandofoster6195]

I just found out I have a 32 year old daughter, she found me through Ancestry. I am so happy I can't wait to see her 😊

[@scottfranson4215]

Thank You,just this Great news to share with you and family .I hope this works deeply in people’s hearts,it has mine.

[@ekaterinas8796]

You are incredible! Your views are outstanding and mature, you deserve this so much!!! ♥️

[@voicije]

best family reaction...support you all the way..

[@hidyhidy4569]

What a nice ending I am so happy for you!! You are lucky to have a big family who loved.May God bless you and your family in both side!!

[@polakgari717]

Someone shared your video with me last year because I am an adoptive mother. I am happy to find your channel here💛💛💛💛

[@67jujub]

I'm so happy for you! Congratulations on finding your birthfather!

[@traceyjohnstone9045]

Wow what a beautiful, heart warming story.👍😊

[@ToniandRyan]

Thanks Tracey

[@carolynjohnson8937]

Awe sweet! I'm so happy for you!

[@greatpariscars]

This is so beautiful. So much love. OMG. You are BLESSED.

[@SweetnL0]

I’m so happy for you that this has been such a positive and affirming experience for you. I wish I could say the same about meeting my biological families. Ultimately, I decided to cease contact with my mother 9 years ago after 12 years of difficult contact. I’ve stayed in touch with my father, with mixed results. We are both very similar in our mannerisms and quirks, yet worlds apart in our social, political, and religious beliefs. I am definitely one of the odd ducks of his family.

[@PM-qq9vu]

Wonderful story but would be lived to see the both of you together. Maybe your next video.

[@Edmund._.Dantes]

Awesome story!

[@dorisrobles6910]

I can’t wait to watch the 3rd part please . Many blessings to you and your family 🙏

[@Catinthecloud]

I’m so happy for you. You are an absolutely gorgeous man, inside and out! 😍