Almost a year out from her family’s adoption placement, Jill reflects on what the adoption process has taught her older daughters.
21
Sep
2020
6 Months Later: A COVID-19 Update from American Adoptions
Our agency has received a lot of questions over the last six months about COVID-19. So, with a bit more pandemic experience under our belts, we want to update you on how we’re working toward safe and successful adoption journeys.
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.
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.
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.
31
Jul
2020
6 Tips for When an Expectant Mother Goes into Labor Early
Adoptive mom Jill recounts when the expectant mother in her adoption journey went into labor early — and what other adoptive parents can learn from her experience.
24
Jul
2020
Is an In-Person Adoption Visit Safe?
Open adoption visits may look different than they used to as we deal with the effects of COVID-19. When will it be safe to meet in person, and what can you do until then?
29
May
2020
What It’s Like to Be an Adoptive Parent in the NICU
Adoptive mom Jill writes about her experience caring for her new adopted daughter after she was born 12 weeks early and spent two months in the NICU.
8
Apr
2020
An Adoptive Parent’s Guide to Hospital Stays During COVID-19
What can you expect of an adoption hospital stay during the COVID-19 pandemic? Learn from the experiences of a few adoptive parents who recently received placements through our agency.
16
Mar
2020
9 Tips for Self-Care During the Adoption Process: Adoptive Parents
When you’re in the adoption process, it’s easy to get caught up in the legal and practical requirements. But, don’t forget to pay attention to your mental and physical well-being, too!