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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.
Interview with Emily and Kellen
We had the pleasure of interviewing another wonderful family who adopted a child through our agency, Adoption & Beyond! Before adopting, Emily and Kellen had big dreams of adopting a child. Years later, they had 3 biological children, yet they had their hearts set on just one more.
Survey of Adoptive Families
Recently, the National Council for Adoption, also known as NCFA, performed one of the largest surveys of adopting families. In today’s blog, I’ll be sharing some of the highlights found in the survey.