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The Adoption Process
How to Adopt a Child to a New Family

Hopeful adoptive parents and prospective birth parents often face very different challenges, emotions and decisions. One thing many have in common as they begin to explore adoption is wondering how the process works.

Thoughts From a Birth Mother

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Three

February 1, 2019In the first two parts of this article series, I defined trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and offered examples ... Read More

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Two

January 28, 2019In Part 1 of this article series, I offered a definition of trauma and explained how a traumatic event is ... Read More

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part One

January 25, 2019These are some of the questions I find myself silently asking lately. I haven’t had contact with my son’s parents ... Read More

Thoughts From a Birth Mother

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Three

February 1, 2019In the first two parts of this article series, I defined trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and offered examples ... Read More

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Two

January 28, 2019In Part 1 of this article series, I offered a definition of trauma and explained how a traumatic event is ... Read More

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part One

January 25, 2019These are some of the questions I find myself silently asking lately. I haven’t had contact with my son’s parents ... Read More

The Latest Adoption News

New Intercountry Adoption Report Details Decreasing International Adoption Numbers

March 20, 2019A new report from the U.S. Department of State details just how rapidly international adoption to the U.S. is decreasing — with a more than 13 percent drop since last year. Find out what this means for hopeful adoptive parents from the U.S. now.

Imminent Closings of USCIS Offices May Impact Adoption Processing

March 15, 2019The Trump administration’s plans to close international USCIS offices may impact hopeful adoptive parents in their journey to add to their family.

A Social Worker’s Perspective on National Social Work Month

March 1, 2019If you have worked with a social worker during your adoption (or in any other circumstances), know that they are probably exhausted, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here's how to acknowledge and celebrate them.

7 of the Most Heartwarming Adoption Moments of 2018

December 31, 2018As the year comes to a close, let’s look back at some of the most remembered and touching adoption moments of 2018 to remind us of that joyfulness and hope.

The Latest Adoption News

New Intercountry Adoption Report Details Decreasing International Adoption Numbers

March 20, 2019A new report from the U.S. Department of State details just how rapidly international adoption to the U.S. is decreasing — with a more than 13 percent drop since last year. Find out what this means for hopeful adoptive parents from the U.S. now.

Imminent Closings of USCIS Offices May Impact Adoption Processing

March 15, 2019The Trump administration’s plans to close international USCIS offices may impact hopeful adoptive parents in their journey to add to their family.

A Social Worker’s Perspective on National Social Work Month

March 1, 2019If you have worked with a social worker during your adoption (or in any other circumstances), know that they are probably exhausted, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here's how to acknowledge and celebrate them.

7 of the Most Heartwarming Adoption Moments of 2018

December 31, 2018As the year comes to a close, let’s look back at some of the most remembered and touching adoption moments of 2018 to remind us of that joyfulness and hope.

Adoption in Each State

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Featured Articles

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Three

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Two

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part One

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Three

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part Two

Adoption and Trauma: One Birth Mother’s Opinion — Part One

The Latest Adoption News

New Intercountry Adoption Report Details Decreasing International Adoption Numbers

Imminent Closings of USCIS Offices May Impact Adoption Processing

A Social Worker’s Perspective on National Social Work Month

7 of the Most Heartwarming Adoption Moments of 2018

The Latest Adoption News

New Intercountry Adoption Report Details Decreasing International Adoption Numbers

Imminent Closings of USCIS Offices May Impact Adoption Processing

A Social Worker’s Perspective on National Social Work Month

7 of the Most Heartwarming Adoption Moments of 2018

Adoption in Each State

Pregnant and
considering adoption?

Considering growing your family
through adoption?