Category: Open Adoption
7 Insider Tips to Simplify Your Adoption Experience
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Alright, so you’re thinking about adopting a little one—first off, major kudos to you! But before you dive headfirst into this rollercoaster of love and paperwork, there are a few things you absolutely need to know....
Building Trust: Open Adoption Meet-Ups
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. So, you’re developing an open adoption with an expecting parent. What will that look like after placement? Where will you meet each other to continue building this important relationship? Today, we’re diving into common...
Finding the Perfect Adoption Agency: 3 Indicators
If you’re embarking on the adoption journey, finding the right adoption agency can make all the difference. But how do you know if you’ve found the right one? Today, let’s talk about the three essentials to look out for when choosing an adoption...
Fundraising for Adoption: 1 Organization’s Innovative Approach
There are so many needs in the world, and it’s a remarkable thing when fulfilling one need can help provide for another need. JT Olson knows all about this, as the founder and president of the Nashville-based nonprofit Both Hands that helps families by fundraising for...
The Hidden Costs of Adoption
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Hidden costs tend to lurk beneath the surface, surprising families as they navigate the adoption process. Today we’ll unravel the specifics of these hidden costs—from travel expenses to background check fees and...
Understanding the Benefits of Open Adoption
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! This week, I’d like to shed light on the positive aspects of open adoption. This approach benefits the adopting family, birth parents, and the child being adopted. Let’s dive in: Benefits for the Adopting Family:...
When Should I Tell My Family I’m Adopting?
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Adoption can be a long and challenging journey for hopeful adoptive families. One common question that arises is when you should tell your family that you are adopting. In my most recent video, I looked into this...
Myths and Facts about Adoption
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! 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...