As the school year approaches yet again, teachers are preparing to welcome an ever-increasing diversity of students and families into their classrooms. The makeup of the American …
6
Aug
2018
3 Ways Teachers Can Support Adoptive Families
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Jun
2018
What Open Adoption Requirements Actually Mean
Building an open adoption relationship can seem intimidating. If this is how you’re currently feeling, it’s completely understandable. Please remember that American Adoptions will always be here to help you facilitate this relationship and set boundaries when needed.
19
Jan
2018
How to Answer This Tough Adoption Question from Your Child
“Why was I placed for adoption?”
15
Sep
2017
Siblings and Adoption: What it Means to Your Child
Sibling relationships play an important role in a child’s life. Adoption adds a different dynamic. These tips can help birth and adoptive parents talk with their child about biological siblings, half siblings, and siblings they aren’t genetically related to.
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Aug
2017
Adoption-Educating Tips for Teachers and Parents
As school approaches, teachers may not consider the intricacies of having an adoptee as a student. Here are some important things to know.
21
Aug
2017
5 Birth Family Visit Ideas
Not sure what to do during your next open adoption visit? Check out these 5 fun kid-friendly ideas!
7
Aug
2017
25 Helpful Resources for Transracial Adoptive Families
American Adoptions compiled a list of some of the best resources to help hopeful and adoptive parents successfully navigate transracial adoption and parenting.
4
Aug
2017
5 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Their Adoption
Talking to children about their adoption can be complicated. How do you know how to say the right thing, and when to say it? We offer some tips here.