Every hopeful parent eagerly awaits the call from their social worker where they learn they have been selected by a prospective birth mother. But what happens when the situation doesn’t feel right? Here’s what it might feel like to receive this call and say, “No.”
24
Feb
2020
How to Explain Your Adoption History on a Date
Returning to “normal life” after placing your baby for adoption can be difficult, especially when it comes to dating. When is it time to share your adoption history, and how do you even start? Here are some things to consider.
21
Feb
2020
How to Update Your Adoption Home Study
Completing the adoption home study is one of the first big hurdles for hopeful adoptive families. But, it’s not quite over once your paperwork is signed.
17
Feb
2020
How to Prepare Your Extended Family for Adoption
If you’re an adoptive parent, you may be anxious about how to tell your loved ones about your adoption plan. Find a few tips here.
14
Feb
2020
Our ‘Love at First Sight’ Photo Contest Winners!
Thanks to all who entered our Valentine’s Day photo contest! Find out who the winners are here.
10
Feb
2020
How to Advocate for Adoption Benefits & Parental Leave
with their child. But what exactly are your rights when it comes to adoption benefits and parental leave? Learn more about advocating for yourself here.
7
Feb
2020
How to Write a Letter to Your Birth Child
Writing a letter to your child after placement is equal parts cathartic and terrifying. Finding the right words to express how you’re feeling can be daunting. If you’re unsure of how to convey how much your child means to you, learn more here.
3
Feb
2020
How to Claim the 2019 Adoption Tax Credit
Did you finalize an adoption in 2019? Don’t forget about the federal Adoption Tax Credit when filing this year! Learn the basics about this nonrefundable tax credit here.
31
Jan
2020
How to Enter Our ‘Love at First Sight’ Photo Contest
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we want to celebrate a special kind of love — that of a child and their parent at their birth. So, for this photo contest, we’re asking you to share photos of the first time you saw your child.
27
Jan
2020
7 Types of People You Need on Your Adoption Team
When you start your adoption journey, you’ll need to have a support team behind you every step of the way. But, how do you know who to include?