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The adoption journey is full of emotional ups and downs, and the long periods of waiting can heighten these feelings. Whether it’s waiting to hear from a birthmother, for paperwork to be finished, or for home study results, soon-to-be adoptive parents often find themselves having trouble thinking about anything else during these periods of lulled […]
Choosing to adopt is an incredibly brave decision, but it can also be an overwhelming one. The time and effort that goes into simply researching adoption can seem like a daunting task, and as your journey continues, difficulties and obstacles will almost certainly arise. That’s why it is incredibly important to find a source of […]
Like any mother getting ready to have a child, adoptive moms spend months preparing for the arrival of their babies and the sleepless nights, exhausting days, and joys that come with motherhood. While she may not be going through any physical changes, an adoptive mom is getting ready for the biggest change, and greatest gift, […]
The home study is an important part of the adoption process. During the home study, a licensed social worker or caseworker will gather information about your family and eventually conduct a report. The goal of this process is to educate and inform individuals or families about adoption, gather autobiographical information about the prospective family, and […]
An adopted child’s story does not end with placement. It is a lifelong journey filled with ups and downs, big steps, and a lot of special moments. Documenting important moments are special for every child, but with adopted children, the story starts sooner. The journey starts before the child is even aware. For adopted children, […]
No matter what side of an adoption you are on, getting together with everyone involved for some fun activities can help solidify connections and relationships. If you are in an open adoption, this would be a great opportunity to get your family together with the birth parents or other extended family. Whether you are just […]
Perhaps the most difficult aspect of the adoption process is the waiting. Unlike a standard pregnancy with a typically fixed timeline of nine months, adoptive waiting periods are much less predictable. For adoptive parents to be, the wait can sometimes feel endless. Here are some ways you can support your friend or loved one as […]
When an adoption is finalized, the papers signed and your little one finally home with you, you will likely experience a flood of emotions: joy, relief, love, gratitude, awe. But in addition to these wonderful feelings, you may also experience feelings of sadness, which confuses many adoptive parents. You made it through the hard part […]
Having a child through pregnancy and having a child through adoption are two very different processes. However, adoption and pregnancy actually have a few things in common. Pregnancy is a time of great change. Typically, parents spend nine months preparing to bring a new life into the world, preparing to give their child the life […]
In honor of the 2016 Summer Olympic Games currently underway in Rio De Janeiro, we want to take a moment to recognize a few past Olympians for Team USA who came to their families through adoption! Paige McPherson Paige was the youngest member of the 2012 taekwondo team at the London games. She opens up […]