An important part of placing your baby for adoption is choosing the adoptive family that will raise your child. However, while this time can be an exciting part of the adoption process, trying to find the right family can lead to a lot of …
15
Apr
2022
How Far Along is the Birth Mother When Picking a Family?
Making the decision to pursue adoption is the first step on your journey toward parenting. With so much to look forward to in the coming months, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement. However, there is one particular aspect of every adoption that …
15
Feb
2022
Teaching Your Child About Black History Month
Black History Month is an important time to learn more about American history. Read on to learn new ways you and your family can experience Black History month together.
8
Feb
2022
How to Enter Our 2022 ‘Love at First Sight’ Photo Contest
The first time a parent and child meet is a life-changing moment. If you managed to capture that moment on camera, we want to see it!
We’re inviting American Adoptions birth and adoptive parents to submit their “Love at First Sight” photos for our 2022 …
15
Jan
2022
Why Do We Have to Pay Expenses That Were Incurred Before We Were Matched?
As you’ve spent some time researching the adoption process for hopeful adoptive families, you may have stumbled upon something known as “living expenses” or “birth mother expenses.” These are fees that all adoptive parents pay to cover all pregnancy- and adoption-related costs for the …
3
Jan
2022
5 Biggest Qualities Birth Parents Are Looking for in Adoptive Families
As a hopeful adoptive parent, you simply want to provide a child with a happy, loving home. That is a selfless, beautiful and heroic decision. But, you may be asking, “What are birth parents really looking for in adoptive families?” That’s why we’re here …
28
Dec
2021
Our 2021 Winter Wonderland Photo Contest Winners!
We know everyone celebrates the holidays a little differently, so we’re thrilled to see your holiday traditions this year!
Thanks to all who entered this year’s Winter Wonderland Photo Contest. Now, without further ado, check out our winners, as chosen by you:
15
Dec
2021
5 Ways to Support Someone Who Is Adopting during the Holidays
Do you have a loved one who is adopting during this holiday season? There are many ways you can support them. We’re here to explain how you can do just that.
10
Dec
2021
How to Enter Our Winter Wonderland Photo Contest 2021
Whether your holiday season is spent with a layer of snow or the only trees you’re hanging ornaments on are of the palm variety, there’s just something special about the month of December. So, we want to see your kiddos in their winter wonderland — …
1
Dec
2021
5 Festive Ways to Connect with Birth Parents
As an adoptive parent, you may be wondering how you can connect with your child’s birth parents this holiday season. Here are 5 festive tips to get you started.