My Homeschooling Fail? Or Maybe It Was a Win!
Guest post by Kellie Gillespie, a mom of three and journalist who lives in Roeland Park, KS. Me before homeschooling: via GIPHY Me after nearly a year of homeschooling: via GIPHY I’m not a teacher. I’ve no training or formal classroom experience. But, in...
Facebook Groups for Adult Adoptees
The experience of being an adoptee is incredibly unique. Adult adoptees can face challenges, questions, and difficulties that other adults may not be able to identify with. Having the support of a community with similar experiences can be incredibly healing and...
Why Do People Adopt?
If you’re on this website, chances are you’re interested in learning more about adoption. Whether you’re considering placing a child for adoption or interested in adopting, we hope we can help you along the way. While there are many reasons why...
Birth Parent Series with BraveLove – Adrianne’s Story
Adoption and Beyond is now a partner agency with BraveLove – A pro-adoption movement dedicated to changing the perception of adoption by acknowledging birth moms for their brave decision – and together we bring you some honest stories directly from birth parents. The...
Birth Parent Series with BraveLove – Sarah’s Story
Adoption and Beyond is now a partner agency with BraveLove – A pro-adoption movement dedicated to changing the perception of adoption by acknowledging birth moms for their brave decision – and together we bring you some honest stories directly from birth parents. The...
Birth Parent Series with BraveLove – Hannah’s Story
Adoption and Beyond is now a partner agency with BraveLove – A pro-adoption movement dedicated to changing the perception of adoption by acknowledging birth moms for their brave decision – and together we bring you some honest stories directly from birth parents. The...
Preparing to Talk to Family About Your Adoption this Holiday Season – Part 2
We previously wrote about what the holidays mean for many recent adoptive parents and prospective adoptive parents – questions! Part one of this blog talks about how to get started by making lists, and it’s a great place to start, but now we will help you think...
Preparing to Talk to Family About Your Adoption this Holiday Season – Part 1
It is hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is just over a month away and that means family parties, gatherings, and a lot of group festivities. The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone, with gift lists, budgets and long to-do lists always on the horizon, but if...