International adoption is an exciting adoption process filled with many unknowns. While the excitement of international adoption can be fun, it can also keep you on your toes. The process can often be longer...
Adopting a child is a wonderful way to create a family. As you begin researching, it can become really overwhelming. My hope is to break it down into 6 easy categories to make it seem less daunting. You will...
At this time, my own daughters are still children. You need to know that I have not helped any of my own daughters place a child for adoption – but I have helped someone else’s daughter on this journey...
One of the most popular questions we get asked when people discover that our children are adopted is “how much is it to adopt a child?” As the years have passed, I’ve gotten more accustomed to the question...
The land of tea and giant pandas used to be a hotspot for infant adoptions. While there is no longer a plethora of healthy baby girls being placed for international adoption, many families still adopt from...
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...
As you begin your research on adopting an orphan, you may find that there is a lot of information available. As the former Executive Director of Joint Council on International Children’s Services, I saw how the process...
Officially known as the Republic of Guatemala, Guatemala is a country in Central America that borders Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador. This beautiful nation is comprised of volcanoes, rainforests, mountains...
What is intercountry adoption? Intercountry adoption (this includes Syrian adoption) means making a home for a baby, child, or teenage orphan from a different country and bringing them to the United States to be adopted...
People want to know how things work. From toys and bicycles to planes and rocket ships, people are fascinated by the inner workings of everyday things we take for granted. This curiosity has given rise to Do it Yourself...
As a young girl, I was sick in bed one day, and my mom brought me a Reader’s Digest to keep me busy. I read through and found an article on China’s one child policy and was heartbroken. As a 13-year-old girl, I wanted...
Are you a teenager who has just found out you are pregnant? Are you a college student who does not have the ability to care for a baby, go to school, and work at the same time? Are you parenting another child(ren) and...
When looking at adopting a baby from the United States, there are many factors that potential adoptive parents need to consider. Sometimes, it can be tough to even know where to start, especially if this is your first...
A state well known for the Myrtle Beach, state parks, golf courses, family-friendly attractions, and large fishing areas, South Carolina is home to over a variety of 5,210,000 people. Currently, there are hundreds of...
The capital is Nashville, also known as the city of music; Tennessee is a state full of beautiful scenery and rich culture. Tennessee is home to over 6 million people, and there are children just waiting for a loving...
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, supporter, and...
Hello Bay Staters and welcome to this adoption guide for Massachusetts. Massachusetts, one of the original 13 colonies and the sixth state of the U.S., is home to Fenway Park, Cape Cod beaches, and Dunkin Donuts coffee...
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