Almost a year out from her family’s adoption placement, Jill reflects on what the adoption process has taught her older daughters.
5
Oct
2020
Love, Loss and Hope: Adoptive Mom Jen’s Story
Adoptive mother Jen shares her story of love and loss — and how American Adoptions helped her husband become a dad before his tragic passing.
28
Sep
2020
10 Ways to Save Money for Adoption
Saving money for your adoption can be tough. But we’ve got some tips to help you set aside the money you’ll need, and general advice for financing your path to parenthood.
11
Sep
2020
How to Bond with an Adopted Grandchild
In honor of Grandparent’s Day, we’ve gathered some helpful tips for grandparents who are unsure of how to bond with their adopted grandchild, or who are preparing to welcome a grandchild through adoption.
7
Sep
2020
The Importance of Fully Grieving Infertility: An Adoptee’s Words
An adoptee and writer at American Adoptions shares her thoughts on why it’s important for prospective adoptive parents to fully grieve infertility before they pursue adoption.
31
Aug
2020
Are Adoptive Parents Heroes? An Adoptive Mother’s Thoughts
Adoptive mom Jill explores whether adoptive parents really are “heroes” for adopting children in need of homes.
28
Aug
2020
10 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Who’s Adopting
Is there a would-be adoptive parent in your life? Educate yourself about the off-limit adoption conversation topics here.
17
Aug
2020
An Adoptive Mother’s Reflections on the Wait
Adoptive mom Jill looks back on her family’s 900-day wait to receiving an adoption opportunity.
14
Aug
2020
How to Talk to a Birth Mother About Your Child’s Birth Father
How can you bring up questions from your child about their birth father? These conversations with birth mothers can be tricky, so follow these five tips to be sensitive and respectful.
31
Jul
2020
6 Tips for When an Expectant Mother Goes into Labor Early
Adoptive mom Jill recounts when the expectant mother in her adoption journey went into labor early — and what other adoptive parents can learn from her experience.