Families waiting to adopt can sometimes feel overwhelmed with the adoption wait time. Our families offer their advice on how to combat the waiting period.
What No One Tells You Before Starting the Adoption Process
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>With all of the red tape we worked to get through and help we received to get there, we still found ourselves gaining wisdom through our experiences from some of the things no one tells you before you start the adoption process.
Traveling Before the Birth of the Baby: What Adoptive Families Need to Know
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Adoptive families should have plans in place for traveling before the birth of the baby. At American Adoptions, we can provide you with all you’ll need to know.
Finding a Pediatrician When You’re Waiting to Be Matched
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Guest contributor Valerie Trumbower talks about when to find a pediatrician and options for adoptive parents.
Connecting with Birth Parents Early in Your Adoption
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>Did you know that connecting with prospective birth parents early in your adoption is beneficial to your continued relationship? It’s becoming more common for prospective birth mothers to request to meet hopeful adoptive families early in the adoption process.
The Importance of Revisiting Your APQ
/?php if ( has_post_thumbnail() ) { the_post_thumbnail(); } ?>If it’s been three to six months since your APQ call, you may benefit from reviewing your answers. Many hopeful adoptive parents find that their adoption preferences evolve.