This blog was written by Allison Olson. Being both an adoptee and an adoptive parent, Allison Olson has a unique perspective on the topic of adoption. She is an award-winning children’s adoption book author and her goal is to change the adoption narrative from …
23
Sep
2024
3 Keys to Preparing for the Home Study for Adoption
At American Adoptions, we understand that the home study for adoption can be one of the most daunting parts of the process. As we continue to expand our home study services, we’re committed to providing the guidance needed to navigate this essential step of the …
20
Sep
2024
Will My Child Resent Me for Choosing Adoption?
As a birth mother considering adoption, one of the fears you might have is “Will my child resent me for choosing adoption?”
The truth is, many birth mothers have walked this path before you, and their experiences show that choosing adoption can lead to a …
16
Sep
2024
3 Heartfelt Back-to-School Open Adoption Update Ideas
The first few weeks of the 2024 school season are in the books, and now is a great time to share pictures and videos with your child’s birth parents. By sharing meaningful open adoption updates, you can ensure that birth parents continue to feel included …
16
Sep
2024
The Benefits of Licensed Adoption Agencies
Your adoption journey will shape the rest of your family’s life, and one of the most important choices you’ll make along the way is who you trust to guide you through the adoption process.
Many families choose a licensed adoption agency as their trusted guide. …
6
Sep
2024
News: China Adoption 2024 Update
This week brought significant news in the world of international adoption: The Chinese government has halted foreign adoptions, with the exception of blood relatives adopting a child or stepparents adopting a stepchild.
16
Aug
2024
How to Sign Your Rights Over as a Mother
When considering adoption, one of the most significant steps is understanding how to sign your rights over as the mother. As the birth parent, you will always have the right to do what is best for you and your baby, no matter what anyone says. …
12
Aug
2024
What to Do if You Don’t Want to Be Pregnant
Unplanned pregnancies can be overwhelming and emotionally draining. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to know that you’re not alone. No matter your circumstances, we will always be here to help you understand your options and make the best decision for …
9
Aug
2024
Adoptive Parents Are “Real Parents” – and More Adoption-Positive Language
Asking an adoptee if they know who their “real parents” are is a disservice to the adoption process as a whole. Adoptive parents are “real parents,” an adopted child has two sets of parents, biological and adoptive, and both are important to the child’s life. …
6
Aug
2024
How to Know When You’ve Found the Right Adoptive Family
Adoption is a life-changing decision and one of the biggest choices you will have to make has to do with choosing the adoptive family for your child. Just like only you can know adoption is right for your situation, only you will know when you …