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.
4
Sep
2020
When COVID-19 Interrupts Pre-Placement Meetings
COVID-19 has had an effect on every part of the adoption process, especially open adoption meetings. Here are some things to consider when you can no longer meet the adoptive family before placement.
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.
24
Aug
2020
7 Feelings You Can Expect During Your Ultrasounds
Ultrasounds can be complicated experiences when you’re considering placing a child for adoption. While every woman’s response will be different, here are a few emotions you might expect to feel during this doctor’s appointment.
21
Aug
2020
5 Tips for Virtual Open Adoption Visits
Video calls are a great resource, but they can be a bit awkward. Plus, keeping a child focused can be a real change. Here are five ways to improve your virtual open adoption visits.
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.
10
Aug
2020
4 Mental Health Tips if You’re Considering Adoption Right Now
Americans are experiencing a unique form of anxiety, loneliness and depression because of COVID-19. How can you handle all of this while also placing your baby for adoption? Here are some helpful tips.
7
Aug
2020
Why I Turned Down My Sister’s Offer to Adopt My Baby
In all my research on the different routes taken by women in my situation, I knew many considered having a member of the family raise their child. In some ways, it made perfect sense; it was very tempting.