Erin, an Adoptive Family Specialist, sat down for a Q & A to discuss APQs, the minimum requirements adoptive families must agree to and the benefit of having an open relationship with the birth family post-adoption.
15
Aug
2021
Adoption Planning Questionnaire (APQ) Decisions: Contact
This is the #1 thing you can do to decrease your adoption wait time as a hopeful adoptive family. Learn more about how opening your heart to an open adoption can benefit your child.
15
May
2021
Does Open Adoption Confuse Kids?
When birth and adoptive parents communicate through open adoption, it can be a great benefit for their lifelong relationship and emotional well-being. Open adoption is also important for adoptees — knowing their biological parents and maybe even biological siblings. Most kids are happier …
11
Oct
2017
What Adoptive Parents Should Learn from That Scene in “This is Us”
In last night’s episode, Randall embarked on his birth parent search alone, resulting in a dangerous situation. Here’s what you can learn from his mistakes.
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!
21
Jul
2017
How to Make the Most Out of Visits with Your Child’s Birth Parents
4 tips for upcoming visits with your child’s birth family.