Doing the right research and getting as much information as you can on adoption in PA will equip you as you move forward on this journey. A good first...

Adoption in PA

You may have found yourself researching adoption in PA as a pregnant woman, wondering what your options are and how the process works in your state. This is a good place to start. Expectant parents living in...

Jennifer Mellon
June 12, 2020
Though they sometimes don't get as much attention as birth mothers, birth fathers are just as important. A birth father can make a positive.

Teaching Adoptees About Birth Fathers

Within the adoptive triad, there is so much discussion about the important relationship between the birth mother, adoptee(s), and adoptive family. It seems as though much of the focus is on the birth mother...

Sarah Beth Britton
June 21, 2021
The Easter holiday and springtime elicits images of new life, which is what adoption fosters and nurtures. This article examines this link.

5 Things You Need to Know About Adopting a Child From Another Country

Deciding to add to your family via adoption is such a big and exciting decision. Not only are you mentally preparing to grow your family and either parent for the first time or add another child to your brood...

Kristina Frazier
August 21, 2020
Ethical adoption agencies in the state of Georgia offer a multitude of services for birth/expectant parents and prospective adoptive parents.

Services Available at Adoption Agencies in Georgia

If you have decided to pursue adoption, figuring out where to start can be overwhelming and daunting. But if you are a resident within the state of Georgia, many wonderful organizations and agencies can help...

Kristina Frazier
May 18, 2021
My first experience with a crisis pregnancy center was made much more interesting due to the fact that I did not initially know that it was a crisis...

Crisis Pregnancy Center

My first experience with a crisis pregnancy center was made much more interesting due to the fact that I did not initially know that it was a crisis pregnancy center. I needed documentation of my pregnancy for...

Lita Jordan
March 18, 2019
Adoption doesn't only change the life of a child, it can change the life of a parent. Jackie might not have found out she had cancer if it.

Jackie’s Adoption Story

From the time I was little, when I saw Oliver! and Annie and read a book called Adopted Jane, I knew that I would want to adopt a child when I grew up. My little brother, my only sibling, was adopted at three days old...

Jackie Borock
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Do you wish you had a step-by-step guide for parenting? If only that existed. Still, these books about adoption are great resources.

My Favorite Books About Adoption

Whether you are considering growing your family through adoption, are currently drowning in paperwork as you finish up your journey before pick-up, or have already brought your child(ren) home, finding new resources to...

Kristina Frazier
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Is adoption good for the child? Like many other things in life, it depends. But adoption can be a wonderful opportunity for all involved.

Is Adoption Good for the Child?

Adoption is an opportunity for children who need a family to find a family. But is adoption good for the child? That is the question. Both expectant parents and prospective adoptive parents often wonder whether or not...

Susan Kuligowski
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When developing an adoption plan, many people want to know more about open adoption. But what exactly is it? Open adoption is the level of.

What If I Want An Open Adoption?

If you have chosen to create an adoption plan for your baby, you probably have a number of questions, hopes, and even concerns as you begin to decide on details. One of the first decisions you have to make is the level...

Hannah Jennings
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At age 19, Monyay did what many older children in foster care will never do: she got adopted. Caseworker Leah is now officially her mom.

Adopted By Her Caseworker

Adoption is a beautiful gift for many families. It is a fitting and acceptable way to guide children in foster care to a forever family. But what happens if, time and time again, some foster children get rejected? Maybe...

Christina Gochnauer
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Do you want to learn more about adoption but feel like you are always too busy? Podcasts might be the way to go.

5 Great Podcasts about Adoption

Hello, adoption community. I have a confession to make. I’m actually kind of embarrassed to say this. I am very behind the times. I thought I was staying caught up with all the latest trends and the best ways to absorb...

Christina Gochnauer
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Have you ever been curious about open adoption? Do you wonder if it would be right for you? I'll share my experience with open adoption.

The Open Adoption Experience

Birth Mother’s Day and Mother’s Day were recently celebrated—personally, this was my 11th Mother’s Day as a mother. Because of another woman who gave birth and placed her son with my husband and me, I am a mother. I...

Alicia Nelson
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Couples who want to adopt may be overwhelmed with questions. For those starting out on the journey, here are the most important things.

Couples Who Want to Adopt

When my husband and I first embarked on our adoption journey, we literally had no idea where to begin. No one we knew had ever adopted and no one we knew had ever been adopted. Our knowledge of adoption was pretty much...

Jennifer Jones
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Adoption can help the children who are adopted, but did you know it has many more benefits? There are many reasons to choose to adopt.

Reasons to Choose Adoption

Adoption is a personal and life-changing decision. It is a wonderful way to start or add to your family. If you are considering adoption, you may be wondering why others choose to adopt. Here are some of the reasons...

Sierra M. Koester
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It's a big question, but don't be afraid to ask it. At one point or another, everyone on this journey has asked, "How does adoption work?"

How Does Adoption Work?

No matter what brought you to this conversation, I want you to know that you are welcome. Rest assured, if you have no idea why you typed “how does adoption work” into your internet search bar, you are in good company...

Rebecca Dell
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Who are the families that want to adopt? How does adoption work? What does it take to be an adoptive family? If you're wondering these.

Families Who Want to Adopt

Families who want to adopt come in all shapes and sizes. Whether it’s a single parent, a couple, or a family with existing biological children or adopted children, the hope to adopt is shared by many families. Just as...

Susan Kuligowski
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Adopting a child with autism is a unique and special experience. Here are some tips that may help you welcome home a child with autism...

Adopting a Child with Autism

Some things to know when adopting a child with autism spectrum disorder  Adopting a child is a life-changing experience—not just for you, but for the beautiful and fantastic child you’re adopting. Adoption...

Kandice Confer
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Recent events have highlighted the impact of the Indian Child Welfare Act (or ICWA), for both the better and the worse.

Native American Adoption

A recent and potentially precedent-setting case may impact some of the nation’s most vulnerable populations. The case involves an act that many people are unaware of—unless they are hopeful foster or adoptive parents. ...

Christina Gochnauer
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It might be difficult to honor your birth mother if you experienced a closed adoption. But there are ways to show appreciation for her.

Closed Adoption: Honoring Your Mother

Learn how to honor your birth mother through a closed adoption.  May is the month we celebrate motherhood, and you might be wondering just how to honor your birth mother. Closed adoptions can be hard on both you and...

Kandice Confer
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When you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, it is important for you to know all your options, including parenting, abortion, and adoption.

What Is The Right Decision?

You’ve been feeling tired and nauseous lately. Maybe you have swollen and tender breasts and notice you need to urinate more frequently. Your period is late, too. So, you purchase a home pregnancy test. After...

Sierra M. Koester
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Looking forward to celebrating Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May? Don't forget Birth Mother's Day on Saturday

Birth Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day evokes a different memory for everyone. It could be a memory of your father telling you to let your mom sleep in, quite possibly while he makes a last-minute run to the store for flowers and a card. It...

Lacy Davis
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It's no secret that the world changed in 2020. There was one change for the better, though: adoptions increased in Alabama

Alabama Adoptions During Pandemic

The year 2020 brought a great number of complicated situations to the world at large. A global pandemic managed to shut down the world for much of the year as scientists, politicians, and health professionals scrambled...

Christina Gochnauer
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