Jocelyn always understood how adoption could change the lives of all involved: adoptive parents, birth parents and adoptees like herself. She’d seen it firsthand in …
9
Apr
7 Well-Meaning – But Misguided – Comments about Adoption
People who are unfamiliar with adoption may say some misguided things to adoptive parents. Find a few of them here, and let us know any others we should include.
5
Feb
10 Things Adoptive Families Want You to Know
Chances are good that you know someone whose life has been changed by adoption. So take a moment to learn more about adoption from families who’ve been created through adoption.
27
Oct
10 Things an Adoption Attorney Wants Adopting Parents to Know
An adoption attorney offers his advice on the things that all adoptive families should know about the adoption process.
6
Jan
Our Open Adoption Story – Harry & Sherry
“Both of our two children have been adopted through open adoptions, and even after 25+ years, I’m absolutely convinced that it was the right decision. “
14
Sep
Have Faith in Your Child’s Birth Mother
I made a conscious, thought out choice to put my son up for adoption. I also made sure that I chose his parents wisely. That’s right, I chose my son’s parents. The family was not forced upon me, the decision was not made for me, I was actively engaged along every step of the way. I have an open adoption, and voluntarily placed my son up for adoption. My son’s parents know that I chose them. I know that they value that gift. I want to share some insight into that relationship and encourage adoptive parents to know they are valued, and respected for the gift that adoptive parents give to a birth mother.