Experiencing the loss of a pregnancy or infant is an unfortunate reality for many families. You never have to bear this pain alone. That’s why October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. During this time, we remember those who we’ve lost and connect with others during this difficult time.
8
Oct
2021
How to Enter Our Halloween Photo Contest 2021
Calling all witches, goblins and ghouls! Find out how to enter American Adoptions’ annual Halloween photo contest here.
1
Oct
2021
5 Questions to Ask if You’re Considering Transracial Adoption
Making the decision to adopt transracially is a time for celebration, but it’s also a time for reflection. While any adoption is a big decision to make, transracial adoption has additional nuances that you will need to consider before you fully commit to the process. …
15
Aug
2021
Adoption Planning Questionnaire (APQ) Decisions: Contact
This is the #1 thing you can do to decrease your adoption wait time as a hopeful adoptive family. Learn more about how opening your heart to an open adoption can benefit your child.
1
Aug
2021
Adoption Planning Questionnaire (APQ) Decisions: Race
This is strongly affecting your adoption wait time as a hopeful adoptive family. Here are some eye-opening racial statistics about the babies placed for adoption through American Adoptions.
15
Jul
2021
Adoption Planning Questionnaire (APQ) Decisions: Health
Understanding medical history and the potential “medical risks” your adopted child could acquire, helps you make educated decisions when it comes to your APQ.
18
Jun
2021
Our Father’s Day Photo Contest Winners!
Want to hear about upcoming photo contests and more? They’re announced here! Follow this blog, sign up for the American Adoptions newsletter, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
17
Jun
2021
3 ‘Risk Factors’ in Adoption That Aren’t Actually That Risky
You might be surprised to learn what does (and doesn’t) increase the likelihood of an adoption disruption. Here are three “risk factors” that waiting families fear, and the truth behind them, as well as a hard truth about emotional risk in adoption.