When preparing for parenthood, you may find your mind a flurry of endless “to-do” lists and …
9
Oct
2012
The Importance of Having the Right Home Study
American Adoptions often receives inquiries from families regarding whether our agency will accept a previously completed state-level home study. Unfortunately, in most cases our agency cannot.
Adoption home studies …
4
Oct
2012
Adoption Tax Credit Webinar
The Save the Tax Credit Advocacy Group is hosting a Webinar TODAY, Thursday, October 4th at 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm (EST).
In this webinar, …
27
Sep
2012
Look Out for Recalls as You Prepare for Your Baby
In light of recent baby item recalls such as the popular Bumbo International baby seats and this week’s peanut butter recall, we’re sharing resources to help you check for recalls, which can be helpful as you prepare for a new little one.
- The U.S. Consumer …
25
Sep
2012
Adoptive Family Print Profile FAQs
Every adoptive family we work with will make an adoptive family print profile with us before they become “activated” – or are available for selection by birth …
20
Sep
2012
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month 2012
Helping Your Kids Eat Healthy and Get Active
This September marks the second annual National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. According to HealthierKidsBrighterFutures.org:
- Obesity rates …
17
Sep
2012
Contact from Birth Parents
Q & A with Laurie
Hello everyone, my name is Laurie Walker, and I am an Adoptive Family Specialist with American Adoptions. I have worked with many birth mothers and adoptive …
12
Sep
2012
2012 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption has released its annual list of Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces in the U.S. Companies of all sizes and in all industries submit …
10
Sep
2012
Make the Most of Meeting a Birth Mother
How to Get Comfortable and Make the Most of Your First Meeting or Conversation
For those who choose adoption – and especially domestic adoption that is open or semi-open – it’s a very common concern: Will the birth mother like me? What are we supposed …
6
Sep
2012
Waiting for an Adoption Opportunity
Why There is No Crystal Ball
The adoption process is a very personal one for waiting families. First, they must provide financial, medical and …