The 6 Avenues of Adoption, Part 4: Embryo Adoptions

The 6 Avenues of Adoption, Part 4: Embryo Adoptions

This is part 4 of a 6 part series discussing avenues of adoption. In the first three weeks we’ve covered Agency Adoptions, Adoption Consultants, and Private Adoptions. What is embryo adoption? Embryo adoption is when another family has gone through IVF and they...
Family Home Updates to Make Before Adoption

Family Home Updates to Make Before Adoption

While it’s easy to get swept up in the adoption process, it’s important that you’re making all the necessary adjustments to turn your current home into a family home. Because there is so much out of your control in this process, there are a few things you can do to...
The 6 Avenues of Adoption, Part 3: Private Adoptions

The 6 Avenues of Adoption, Part 3: Private Adoptions

I hope you have been enjoying my 6-part series on different avenues of adoption. This week in Part 3, I talk about the most common form of adoption, private adoption. Over the last two weeks, we have covered agency adoptions and consultant adoption. While these are...
Are You Ready For Adoption?

Are You Ready For Adoption?

If you are thinking about adopting a child individually or with your spouse/partner, it is indeed a wonderful decision. The child will surely bring an abundance of love and joy in your life; in return, you shall provide them with a home and family that will be there...
The 6 Avenues of Adoption, Part 3: Private Adoptions

The 6 Avenues of Adoption, Part 1: Agency Adoptions

I am so excited to start a new series where we dive into the six avenues of adoption and share an overview of each type. The six avenues are domestic agencies, consultants, private adoption, embryo, foster care, and international adoption. Regardless of how you are...
Why Does Adoption Cost So Much? – Part 3

Why Does Adoption Cost So Much? – Part 3

Adoption Expenses This blog concludes a 3 part series on Adoption Expenses. If you missed an earlier installment, you can find Part 1 here, and Part 2 here. Last week, we talked about why adoption costs so much. The agency fees, court costs, and many other variables...