Many hopeful adoptive parents who start the adoption process are surprised to learn that there are many different ways to match with a child. While most of us know of adoption agencies and the foster care system, there is another way to bring your child home through private adoption. Learn more about what private adoption involves and what to expect…
I’m 18 and Pregnant. What Can I Do? Finding out that you are unexpectedly expecting is hard. The future looks scary, and it is hard to know what next step to take. However, as an adult, you have many different options to choose from. While these options all hold different positive and negative aspects, selecting the right choice for you…
Questions to Ask an Adoption Agency Knowing where to start when deciding to adopt can be hard. While there is a lot of information about adoption online, it can be hard to know what steps to take first. Domestic or International? Infant or Child? One child or a sibling group? The questions can seem endless when starting the adoption process.…
What Are Some Requirements To Adopt? Every adoption story is different. The same is true for adoptive families. While prospective parents want to live up to the ideal adoptive parent, the truth is that every adoptive parent is diverse. Most of the time, adoption agencies don’t want to see perfect parents who don’t have a hair out of place. Kids…
How Long Does It Take to Adopt A Child? While every hopeful adoptive parent would love a quick adoption process, in most cases, the wait can be long. However, some stories end up getting passed along throughout the world of adoption. One of the best things to remember about adoption is that no two stories are alike. If you have…
Can I Decide to Place My Baby for Adoption After Birth? It can be hard to know what the steps are when thinking of adoption for your baby. Many adoption agencies focus on birth mothers who know that they are choosing adoption well before delivery. Choosing adoption during the pregnancy allows them to think about their decision as well as…
Do I Have to Be Married to Adopt A Child? Many of those who contemplate adoption don’t always know if they can. While it is true that there are plenty of rules, many people assume that they can’t adopt because of certain lifestyle aspects. Each state has different laws when it comes to adopting a child within its borders. Adoption…
Adoption Home Study Questions: What to Expect Inviting anyone to come into your home can be quite nerve-wracking. Not only do you feel that your house needs to be super clean, but it can also make you see things in your home that may need repairs. Any adoption home study includes at least one, if not several, visits in your…
What Do I Do After the Adoption Is Finalized? Many adoptive parents feel a sigh of relief when the adoption is finalized. This means that all of the court documents have been signed, all of the money has been paid, and that your child is finally yours. While the long journey of adoption is over, there are still some things…
Questions to Think About When Considering Adoption for Your Baby There are many things to consider when contemplating adoption for your baby. You’ll find plenty of information online as well as many other opinions whether you asked for them or not. Choosing the future for your child is one of the hardest and most heart-wrenching decisions that you will have…