with their child. But what exactly are your rights when it comes to adoption benefits and parental leave? Learn more about advocating for yourself here.
7
Feb
2020
How to Write a Letter to Your Birth Child
Writing a letter to your child after placement is equal parts cathartic and terrifying. Finding the right words to express how you’re feeling can be daunting. If you’re unsure of how to convey how much your child means to you, learn more here.
3
Feb
2020
How to Claim the 2019 Adoption Tax Credit
Did you finalize an adoption in 2019? Don’t forget about the federal Adoption Tax Credit when filing this year! Learn the basics about this nonrefundable tax credit here.
31
Jan
2020
How to Enter Our ‘Love at First Sight’ Photo Contest
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we want to celebrate a special kind of love — that of a child and their parent at their birth. So, for this photo contest, we’re asking you to share photos of the first time you saw your child.
27
Jan
2020
7 Types of People You Need on Your Adoption Team
When you start your adoption journey, you’ll need to have a support team behind you every step of the way. But, how do you know who to include?
24
Jan
2020
How to Talk to Your Pediatrician About Adoption
Not all pediatricians are experienced with adoptees and adoption. So, how should you talk about this important subject with your child’s doctor? We’ve offered some helpful hints and suggestions in this guide.
20
Jan
2020
How to Involve Your Extended Family in Your Adoption Journey
If you’re placing a child for adoption, you might want to bring your parents, siblings or other relatives into the journey. But, how can you do so in a positive and supportive way?
17
Jan
2020
Dealing with Anger After an Adoption Disruption
The words “adoption disruption” can strike fear into the heart of any hopeful parent. It’s the scenario everyone wants to avoid. But, it’s important to talk about adoption disruptions and how to handle the fallout. Here are some helpful tips for dealing with anger after a disruption.
3
Jan
2020
20 New Year’s Resolutions for Adoptive Families in 2020
As the year and decade comes to an end, we’ve gathered 20 resolutions for adoptive parents to start off 2020 on the right note.
30
Dec
2019
20 New Year’s Resolutions for Birth Families in 2020
As the year and decade comes to an end, we’ve gathered 20 resolutions for you to start off 2020 on the right note.