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/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>How to Bond with an Adopted Grandchild
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>In honor of Grandparent’s Day, we’ve gathered some helpful tips for grandparents who are unsure of how to bond with their adopted grandchild, or who are preparing to welcome a grandchild through adoption.
The Importance of Fully Grieving Infertility: An Adoptee’s Words
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>An adoptee and writer at American Adoptions shares her thoughts on why it’s important for prospective adoptive parents to fully grieve infertility before they pursue adoption.
When COVID-19 Interrupts Pre-Placement Meetings
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>COVID-19 has had an effect on every part of the adoption process, especially open adoption meetings. Here are some things to consider when you can no longer meet the adoptive family before placement.
Are Adoptive Parents Heroes? An Adoptive Mother’s Thoughts
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Adoptive mom Jill explores whether adoptive parents really are “heroes” for adopting children in need of homes.
10 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Who’s Adopting
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Is there a would-be adoptive parent in your life? Educate yourself about the off-limit adoption conversation topics here.
7 Feelings You Can Expect During Your Ultrasounds
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Ultrasounds can be complicated experiences when you’re considering placing a child for adoption. While every woman’s response will be different, here are a few emotions you might expect to feel during this doctor’s appointment.
5 Tips for Virtual Open Adoption Visits
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Video calls are a great resource, but they can be a bit awkward. Plus, keeping a child focused can be a real change. Here are five ways to improve your virtual open adoption visits.
An Adoptive Mother’s Reflections on the Wait
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Adoptive mom Jill looks back on her family’s 900-day wait to receiving an adoption opportunity.
How to Talk to a Birth Mother About Your Child’s Birth Father
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>How can you bring up questions from your child about their birth father? These conversations with birth mothers can be tricky, so follow these five tips to be sensitive and respectful.