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Post-Adoption Contact’s Role in Adoptee Identity
Imagine adoptee identity as a puzzle, with each piece representing a different aspect of who they are. Now, consider post-adoption contact as the missing piece that completes the picture. It significantly shapes your identity, impacting your sense of self, belonging,...
3 Tips for Smooth Post-Adoption Meetups With Kids
By some stroke of fate, you find yourself navigating the world of post-adoption meetups with your newly adopted child. As you embark on this journey, you quickly realize that these meetups can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. How do you ensure that these...
Birth Parent Rights in US Open Adoptions
Imagine standing at a crossroads, holding a delicate thread connecting you to a child you brought into this world. This thread represents the intricate web of birth parent rights in US open adoptions, a topic that demands our attention and understanding. As you...
Making Informed Adoption Choices as a Birth Parent
Did you know that according to recent studies, approximately 135,000 children are adopted in the United States each year? As a birth parent, the decision to place your child for adoption can be incredibly difficult and emotional. It's crucial to ensure that you are...
Best Practices for Identity Preservation in Adoptions
Imagine embarking on a journey where the destination is not just a physical place but a profound sense of self. Adopting a child is like setting sail on a vast ocean, with the potential to discover a treasure trove of identity. But how can you ensure that this...
Birth Parents’ Consent in Adoption: 10 Essential Tips
Are you considering adoption or currently navigating the complex process of birth parents' consent? Understanding your rights and the legal requirements for consent can be overwhelming. But fear not; we're here to guide you through it all. In this article, we will...