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Open Adoption after Closed Adoption
Having a closed adoption or an open adoption is a decision you need to make as a potential adoptee. Both options can work well and I’ll tell you why.
Gifts For Birth Moms
Gift giving is something that I love to do! It is fun and brings me so much joy! This week, I am excited to be talking about gifts to give a birth mom while in the hospital.
When To Tell Your Child They Are Adopted
For some children, their adoption history may contain sensitive information that may be upsetting, like abuse or abandonment. Many adoptive parents wonder when they should tell their child about information like this. Is it better to wait until they’re 18 years old? Or should you tell them as soon as possible?
Sharing Difficult Adoption Information with Your Child
As an adopting parent, sharing adoption information with your child may be plaguing your mind with worry. How much should you tell them? Is it better to let them know they are adopted? Or should you wait until “the right moment” to tell them so they can be better prepared mentally and emotionally?
Drug Exposure and Adoption
Drug exposure can be an uncomfortable topic. The reality is that some moms are taking drugs while they are pregnant and making an adoption plan. When looking at adoption infant programs, you will have more adoption situations available to you if you are open to adopting a baby who has been exposed to drugs in utero.
Thread of Love – a Poem by an Adoptee
Adoption is a journey, but it results in a special bond between adoptive parents and their child. The poem below was written by an adoptee to her mother. Spend a few moments reading through the poem below and it will be sure to warm your heart. Thread of Love...