'Teen Mom' star Catelynn Lowell's adoption regret overwhelms her on daughter's special day

'Teen Mom' stars Catelynn Lowell and Tyler Baltierra were denied the chance to visit their daughter Carly as her adoptive parents declined the visit
'Teen Mom' stars Catelynn Lowell and Tyler decided to place Carly for adoption when they were teenagers (Facebook/catelynnandtylerofficialfanpage)
'Teen Mom' stars Catelynn Lowell and Tyler decided to place Carly for adoption when they were teenagers (Facebook/catelynnandtylerofficialfanpage)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Teen Mom' star Catelynn Lowell has expressed profound regret over placing her daughter Carly for adoption, particularly after being denied the opportunity to visit her on her 15th birthday

Catelynn and her husband, Tyler Baltierra, made the heart-wrenching decision to place Carly for adoption when they were teenagers, believing it was the best choice given their difficult circumstances. They opted for an open adoption, hoping to remain connected with Carly as she grew up.

However, as Carly has grown older, the relationship between Catelynn, Tyler, and Carly's adoptive parents, Brandon and Teresa Davis, has become strained. When Carly turned 15 this year, Catelynn and Tyler hoped to visit and celebrate with her, but Brandon and Teresa declined the visit, leaving Catelynn heartbroken.

In response to being denied the visit, Catelynn took to social media to share her feelings. In a TikTok video, she openly expressed regret about placing Carly for adoption, stating that if she had known how things would unfold, she might have made a different decision.

'Teen Mom’ stars Catelynn and Tyler reveal being denied ‘multiple times’ to meet daughter

Catelynn Lowell and Tyler Baltierra have repeatedly voiced their frustration about being denied the opportunity to meet their first daughter, Carly. Placed for adoption in 2009, Carly’s adoption was intended to be open, but the couple has expressed sadness over the growing difficulty in arranging visits.

In a candid conversation, Catelynn and Tyler revealed that their attempts to meet Carly have been met with resistance. Despite their strong desire to be part of her life, they acknowledged that they respect the wishes of Carly’s adoptive parents

The couple emphasized that their primary concern is what’s best for Carly, even if it means accepting the painful reality of being kept at a distance. This situation has been emotionally challenging for Catelynn and Tyler, who have openly shared the heartache of not being able to see their daughter as often as they would like.

'Teen Mom' stars Tyler Baltierra and Catelynn Lowell (Facebook/catelynnandtylerofficialfanpage)
'Teen Mom' stars Catelynn and Tyler reveal they've been denied multiple times to meet their daughter (Facebook/@catelynnandtylerofficialfanpage)

Who are ‘Teen Mom’ star Catelynn’s daughter’s adoptive parents?

Catelynn Lowell's daughter, Carly, was adopted by Brandon and Teresa Davis, a married couple who lead a private life away from the spotlight. Brandon and Teresa have been highly protective of Carly's privacy, choosing to keep her out of the public eye as much as possible.

Catelynn and Tyler chose Brandon and Teresa as Carly's adoptive parents because they believed the couple could offer a stable, loving home. The adoption was intended to be open, allowing Catelynn and Tyler some level of contact with Carly. However, this contact has become increasingly limited over time.

Brandon and Teresa have maintained a close relationship with Catelynn and Tyler, but they are cautious about Carly's exposure to the media and the 'Teen Mom' franchise. They prioritize Carly's well-being and make decisions they believe are in her best interest, even if it means limiting contact with her birth parents.

'Teen Mom' stars Catelynn Lowell and Tyler Baltierra (Facebook/catelynnandtylerofficialfanpage)
'Teen Mom' stars Catelynn Lowell and Tyler Baltierra chose Carly's adoptive parents because they believed the couple could offer a stable, loving home (Facebook/@catelynnandtylerofficialfanpage)

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