One of the most common things we hear from people researching adoption for the first time is “I can’t afford this.” Yes, it’s true that adoption is not cheap, which is why saving for adoption is critical. “If you have… Read More
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What to Do When Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy as a Teen
An unplanned pregnancy can be a scary time for a woman. This is especially true for teen mothers. But it is important to understand that an unplanned pregnancy is not the end of the world. Below, we outline several ways… Read More
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5 Tips to Be a Better Parent in 2020
Of all the New Year’s resolutions out there (how many people are pledging to lose weight?), why not set out to make a truly meaningful change in 2020. Why not pledge to be a better parent? Now, there’s a New… Read More
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New Year, New Baby: Preparing for Adoption
The new year brings about new possibilities and for many anxiously-awaiting parents a new baby. So, it is important to be as prepared as possible to ensure a smooth transition and positive experience for everyone involved. “Whether it’s joining an… Read More
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Adoption Counseling for Adoptive Families
On this blog, we often talk about the importance of adoption counseling for birth mothers, to help them through their adoption journey. However, counseling can also be a very important tool for adoptive parents as they navigate life with their… Read More
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Considering Transracial Adoption? Things to Think About
Welcoming a new child into your home is a wonderfully rewarding experience. Of course, it can also come with its challenges. After all, adjusting to life with an infant is never easy. And adoption can sometimes add additional complexities to… Read More
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Finding Adoptive Parents
After a birth mother chooses to create an adoption plan, the biggest thing on her mind quickly becomes locating the perfect adoptive parents for her child. She’ll ultimately want to find an “adoptive family that best matches the adoption plan”… Read More
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Adoption by the Numbers
In the United States, adoption was officially made a legal process – not just an informal practice – in the 1850s. Today, more than 135,000 children are adopted every year, writes Asher Fogle, Good Housekeeping. Still, this was not always… Read More
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Celebrating National Adoption Awareness Month
Did you know that November is National Adoption Awareness Month? President Gerald R. Ford first created Adoption Week in 1984 as a way to shine a light on this incredibly loving and selfless way to build a family. But a… Read More
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Talking to a Birth Father Who Is Unsure About an Adoption Plan
Navigating an adoption following an unplanned pregnancy can be stressful enough. Add on top of that a birth father who is either uncooperative or unsure about adoption and you have the makings of a truly volatile situation. So, what do… Read More