“We look at adoption as a very sacred exchange. It is not done lightly on either side. I would dedicate my life to this child.” – Jamie Lee Curtis Adoption is another form of love, whether that be in the...
Disclaimer: These laws, rules, and regulations are for those who are adopting babies and children that are living in New York State. The prospective adoptive families are adopting FROM NEW YORK. The Big Apple...
Parenting is not something that should be taken lightly. A parent is responsible for shaping, molding, and ensuring the child’s safety and health needs are met. A parent should be a child’s protector...
It’s true what they say, babies really do change everything. Any parent of a newborn will tell you that you can say goodbye to life as you know it once that sweet bundle of joy is placed safely and snuggly...
Learn what you can expect as an expectant mother considering adoption in GA. If you are an expectant or birth mother considering adoption in GA, you’ve probably already experienced a whirlwind of questions...
When I think of babies, I instantly think of lullabies. As I hold an infant in my arms, I begin to hum and rock the baby back and forth. I can remember, listening to my mother hum constantly when I was a child. Whether...
You have already taken a major step on your adoption journey by making the decision to place your newborn child for adoption. It takes so much strength and courage to get to the place where you are now. Take time...
Hello, Michigan residents! I am here to help those who are looking into adoption in Michigan; a guide to assist you in your endeavor. Couples who have a difficult time conceiving, cannot conceive at all, or just want to...
Lately, in the adoption community, there seems to have been a great deal of noise about the negatives of adoption, why it’s traumatic by adult adoptees, why it’s wrong or coercive. How they were robbed of...
When going through the adoption process, deciding what type of adoption you want to have can be a crucial part of it. Choosing between an open, closed, or semi-open adoption will probably have an impact on how you...
About 16 years ago, I remember receiving a phone call from one of my dear friends. I was around 19 or 20 at the time. I was excited to hear from her and was chatting away about my newfound relationship with my then...
As you’re on the path to choosing what your adoption plan will look like, one of the things that will be brought up is what kind of adoption you’d like. Did you know that there are different kinds of adoptions out there...
2020 has been a year. We have probably all felt the toll of the heaviness it brought. We’ve experienced loss, uncertainty, and challenges globally, but while 2020 may have been full of negatives, it may have also caused...
Adoption Profiles can seem overwhelming. There can be so much at stake and the idea that the wrong picture or wrong wording can get it wrong just feels like too much. What should you include? What should you leave out...
So you’ve decided you want to adopt. Now you need to know how to start the adoption process. I’ve outlined it in a few steps. It can seem overwhelming but if you take your time and breathe you can get through it. ...
You’ve decided adoption is the best option for your baby. Now what? Maybe you’ve found an agency or pregnancy center that you are working with and can hold your hand through the details. Maybe you aren’t there yet but...
Are you considering adoption for your baby? Did you know that there could be services available to you while you make your decision? You don’t have to do this on your own, despite what it may feel like right now. While...
Christmas is such a magical time of the year. Even if you’ve had a rough year personally, or because, well, 2020 (need I say more?), it’s possible to feel joy regardless of what you’re going through. For some parents...
Choosing between Christian adoption agencies that you love can seem like a mind-boggling task. It may feel like there are so many options to narrow down and you’re unsure of where to start. Don’t worry; you’re not alone...
In this day and age, adoption is becoming more popular as individuals are opening up to share their stories. It’s possible that you may know of someone that has either adopted children or was adopted themselves. Well...
From the moment you decide to make adoption part of your story, your life changed. Learn more about adopting a child in Missouri and what the adoption process entails by continuing to read this article. The adoption...
If you are interested in adopting a child in Arizona or are considering placing your child for adoption or adopting a child in Arizona, I am going to walk you through the process from both perspectives. For the...
In the world of adoption, there are several titles that can be used for each person in the adoption triad. Most of us can think of our mother and have immediate feelings and emotions elicited. Mothers, for many of us...
Adoption is a really exciting and nerve-wracking experience. I want to share my own story with you and shed a little light on what I’ve learned about the kids available for adoption. My mother is one of six and my...
November is National Adoption Month in the United States. During this month we can reflect on adoption and honor adoptees, biological parents, and adoptive parents. This is also a time that we emphasize the plight of...
Photo by Ben Wicks on Unsplash There are over 400,000 children in the foster care system in the United States. However, not all of the children in the foster care system are available for adoption, as the primary goal...
When it comes to adoption and the many different aspects of it, it can definitely be confusing, both for the expectant mother and the prospective adoptive parents. When you’re expecting, but before you decide that you...
The year of 2020 has been full of changes. We have learned this year, perhaps more than ever, how flexible we must be sometimes. The world of events has dwindled down to a virtual experience for most entertainment...
The hustle and bustle is a staple of the holidays. We tend to be so busy getting all of the things on our Christmas lists, trying to visit everyone, bake and cook all of the things, decorate, and continue traditions. It...
Nicole Kidman is an Australian actress, singer, and producer known for her work in several films and television shows such as Far and Away, Moulin Rouge!, Lion, Australia, and Big Little Lies. Kidman was born in...
Houston, also known as Space City or The Bayou City, in southwest Texas is home to many individuals and families who are touched by adoption. Houston adoption opens the doors to expectant parents and hopeful adoptive...
You may have found yourself researching adoption options as you face an unplanned pregnancy or in a difficult circumstance in regards to parenting your baby. You may feel confident about your decision to place your...
The adoption community is ever-growing in Arkansas. There are so many individuals and families who can benefit from the adoption process. Although the journey may seem long and daunting from the outside, learning more...
Adopting a child in Florida is a great way to build your forever family. Discovering you are pregnant can be a hard situation. No matter what position you are in, you have the option of either parenting your child or...
Poetry, for many, serves as a release from things going on inside the mind. For centuries, people have written poetry about politics, religion, society, philosophy, and many other personal topics. It has and still...
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