A recent news story about an infant abandoned in a plastic bag highlights the need for increased awareness of adoption options for overwhelmed mothers.
28
Jul
2017
Pregnant & Considering Adoption? 6 Questions to Ask an Adoption Professional
If you’re pregnant and considering adoption, these are the 6 questions you should ask an adoption professional.
14
Jul
2017
Birth Grandparents and Adoption
Adoption is not where you and your grandchild’s story ends; it’s only the beginning with an open adoption!
7
Jul
2017
Dealing with Distance in Open Adoption
What if that perfect family for your baby happens to live on the opposite side of the country? 5 guidelines for making long-distance open adoption relationships work:
16
Jun
2017
How You Can Make an Adoption Plan in Prison
Pregnant women in prison have options — and if you’re pregnant in jail and want to make an adoption plan, American Adoptions can help.
27
Mar
2017
How to Talk to Your Family About Your Adoption Decision
Telling your friends and family about choosing adoption for your child is never easy. Here are some tips to help:
10
Mar
2017
How to Build an Adoption Support System
Whether you’re a pregnant woman considering adoption or a hopeful adoptive parent; you don’t have to go through it alone! Read how to build your adoption support system.
28
Sep
2016
Why Open Adoption is Important to Birth Mothers
The question is: why is having an open adoption important to me? Having an open adoption means I stay connected with my child. Just because I made a decision not to parent every day doesn’t mean I don’t want to have a relationship with my child. I also believe that us having a relationship is better for him as well in the long run.
19
Sep
2016
5 Ways to Help a Birth Mother Heal After Placement
It is ultimately up to a birth parent to take responsibility for their own healing after placement. As adoptive parents, there are a few key things you can do to help a birth parent with the process after placement.