Birth parents and adoptive parents have fears about open adoption. Most of the time, these fears come from believing myths about what open adoption is really like. Here are some of the most common concerns, and how to conquer them.
15
Jul
2019
5 Tips for Adoptive Parents Attending Prenatal Appointments
The ability to attend a prenatal appointment with your prospective birth mother is rare. This is an amazing opportunity and important moment in your adoption journey. Here are five things to consider.
12
Jul
2019
Should We Adopt Our Child’s Biological Sibling?
What happens when you are contacted, by the agency or by the birth mother personally, about adopting your child’s biological sibling? Here are several important factors to consider.
28
Jun
2019
The 5 Most Helpful Things You Can Say to a Friend Who Is Waiting
Be an encouragement to your friend who is adopting by knowing some of the best things to say to them during what may be some of the hardest days — their adoption wait. Here are five things to get the conversation started.
14
Jun
2019
Celebrating All Types of Fathers on Father’s Day
Father’s day is a special time set aside to honor all of the amazing men in our lives who helped us grow into the people we were meant to be. Learn more about you can celebrate all types of fathers on this amazing day.
10
Jun
2019
How DNA Sites Are Changing Adoption
DNA tracking websites like Ancestry.com have fundamentally changed search and reunion for adoptees and birth parents. Are these changes good, bad, or somewhere in between?
7
Jun
2019
6 Adoptive Family Testimonials for When You Need Encouragement
The adoption journey is beautiful, but it is also incredibly challenging. These six stories will give you the encouragement you need to keep going. In the end, all the challenges will be worth it.
24
May
2019
Adoption and Surrogacy: Which Family-Building Option is Right for You?
There’s more than one way to start a family. Many families facing a diagnosis of infertility consider both adoption and surrogacy. Here is an honest comparison of the two options.
17
May
2019
What Birth Parents Really Want to See in Pictures in Letters
Your post‐adoption relationship is an exciting new step in your relationship with the birth parents. But, after signing your pictures and letters agreement, you may feel nervous about what to send. Here are our suggestions for what birth parents are really looking for.
10
May
2019
Celebrating Mother’s Day and Birth Mother’s Day in Adoption
Not only can we show our appreciation to mothers who are a very present part of a child’s life, but also to the many women who have made selfless and courageous decisions to share in the role of motherhood by placing their child for adoption.