We love to give input. Perhaps you see offering practical advice as your specialty. But when it comes to adoption, there are some things you just can’t say. Here are five to start with.
Adoption can be a tricky thing to talk about, especially with your parents. You may have a lot of feelings about this subject, and so will they. Here are some tips to have a positive conversation with your parents about your adoption.
To say that there are hills and valleys during the adoption process may seem obvious to some, but unless you’ve lived through it all, the mountains don’t look quite so high or the valleys so low. Allow these highs and lows to better ready you as you experience adoption firsthand.
A revived study about the connection between adoption, “unwantedness” and crime forces us to reevaluate just how available and accessible unplanned pregnancy options are today in the United States.
My husband and I have experienced many different emotions as we wait to adopt. We have seen many good days and some difficult feelings on our journey. The first step to persevering through the wait is a better understanding of what you’ll be feeling.
Birth mother Lindsay evaluates a research study conducted to learn about how time influences a birth mother’s satisfaction in her adoption decision.
A federal appeals court in New Orleans has upheld the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act, which was previously ruled unconstitutional by a Texas judge.
August means that it’s about that time to head back to school! For adopted and foster kids who are thinking about their goals for higher education, this also means it’s time to start thinking about what your options are when it comes to scholarships. Click here to learn more.
Birth mother Lindsay discusses her fears about hosting a birth family reunion for her son and his parents — and the miraculous aftermath.
This World Breastfeeding Week, we’re sharing some facts about breastfeeding for adoptive moms and potential birth moms who may be on the fence about breastfeeding after giving birth. Click here to learn more.