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Myths and Facts about Adoption
Adoption is a topic that comes with a lot of myths and misconceptions. In a recent video, I took on some of the biggest myths surrounding adoption and provided valuable insight into what the adoption process is really like.
5 Ways to Adopt Faster
Adoption can be a wonderful way to start or expand your family. However, the process can sometimes feel overwhelming and lengthy. If you’re currently in the adoption process or considering adoption, you may be wondering how you can speed up the process and be paired with an expecting mother sooner. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to increase the speed of adoption and make the process more efficient. In this post, we’ll explore five ways to make the adoption process quicker and easier. These tips will help you navigate the adoption process with greater ease and hopefully bring you closer to welcoming a child into your family.
Surviving The First Conversation With an Expecting Mom
Meeting an expecting mom for the first time can be both thrilling and anxiety-inducing. Whether you are going through an agency or taking a self-matching approach, there are important questions to ask in order to determine if you are a good match for her child. If you are networking on your own, the following questions may prove helpful in your initial conversation with an expecting mom.
Remember, expecting moms are just as nervous as you are. She may have fears about whether or not you’re the right family for her child or if you’ll keep your commitments. With this in mind, make every effort to keep things relaxed.
7 Tips for Transracial Adoptions
Adopting a child transracially can be a rewarding and life-changing experience, but it’s important to be well-informed and prepared for the unique challenges that come with it. There are several important things to keep in mind to ensure that both you and the child are able to thrive in this new family dynamic. By understanding the history and current cultural dynamics surrounding transracial adoption, being open to learning and growth, and having strong support networks in place, you can help ensure a positive outcome for everyone involved. In today’s blog, we will highlight the 7 most important things to remember before adopting a child transracially.
Pursuing Infertility Treatment and Adoption at the Same Time
We’re asked a lot of questions at Adoption & Beyond and one that I’m sometimes asked is whether or not a family should do infertility treatment and adoption at the same time. The answer I normally give is: it depends.
Surviving the Adoption Wait
Surprisingly, the home study process, joining an adoption program, and doing the research are the easy parts of adopting. The more challenging issue that I’m asked about often is, “How do I survive the wait?” There are some things that will keep you busy while you’re in the thick of it.
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