Read these inspiring stories from birth parents who lovingly placed their children with the help and guidance of Adoption & Beyond into the hearts and homes of their forever families. In addition, watch the videos courtesy of Brave Love.
8 Great Adoption Books for Children
Do you have a current or an aspiring book-lover in the family? Here are eight great books (in alphabetical order) about adoption that we love for kids. 1. God Found Us You, by Lisa Dawn Bergren. Mama Fox longed for a baby, and then along came Little Fox. Great for...
Adoption Tips: Creating an Adoption Profile
If you have just begun the adoption process, then you are probably currently facing the daunting task of creating an adoption profile. But don't fret! We've created a handy guide that takes you through the necessary steps that will save you some precious time and...
5 Destinations for Family Trips in 2014
With the freezing temperatures today in Kansas City, you're probably pining for the warmer days of summer right about now. It's a great time to start planning ahead for any family vacations that you might be taking in 2014. Here are our picks for some fun,...
The Welsteads: A Don’t Give Up Story
Sometimes, you come across something that is so great and wonderful that you want to share it with everyone you know. This video is one of those things. A few years ago, Ben and Renee Welstead, a couple from Nebraska, adopted their daughters, Cora and Ruby, through...
The Experience Project: I Am A Birthmother
If you are a birth mother, then you know the true courage and selflessness that is involved with giving up your child. If you are an expectant mother considering adoption, then you might be looking for someone who has also been through this experience. Experience...
Giving Thanks
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it can be easy to forget to show gratitude for the big and little blessings we each have. Since it's Thanksgiving week, we wanted to discuss how you can give thanks this holiday season. Say it. There's a reason why going...
The History of National Adoption Month
All month long, we have been thinking about National Adoption Month and what it means. In this blog post, we will discuss the history of National Adoption Month and the mission behind it. The original idea for a recognized adoption awareness week came from...
Adopting After Infertility
For most couples, infertility is the reason why they turn to adoption to build their family. However, before a family makes the jump from infertility into adoption, it is extremely important that they have properly grieved their infertility and said good-bye to...