When your child wants to meet his or her birth family, it can be tough not to take it personally. Birth mother Lorri shares her advice to adoptive parents in this situation.
Finding an adoption competent therapist is harder than it sounds. Adoptees may have unique challenges to work through, and a general understanding of trauma is not the same as a specific understanding of adoption.
When you choose to adopt, you’re choosing a beautiful, emotional-rollercoaster of a family-building path. You may be surprised at the depth of the emotions you feel and thoughts you have along the way.
Expectant parents going through the adoption process will face many thoughts and emotions along the way. If you’re worried or stressed about what you’re feeling, know that you’re not alone.
With stay-at-home restrictions in place due to COVID-19, many prospective birth mothers are wondering how hospital stays will work. Check out more information here so that you know what to expect.
Adoption grows a family, yes. But you might be surprised to find how adoption can change your relationships, including those with your friends!
Here are four questions to ask yourself before moving forward with independent adoption — and explanations of what your answers might mean for your journey.
If your child has told you they’re adopting, you may not be sure what to say or what to do. How can you help them through this journey you’re unfamiliar with? Remember these five things to be the best adoptive grandparent-to-be possible.
If COVID-19 has taken a hit on your adoption savings, we’ve got some ideas that can help.
What are your options if, after placing your child for adoption, you regret the decision? Can you get your child back? Here’s what you should know.