Category: Thoughts
3 Ways to Respond to “When Are You Going to Have Kids?”
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! The question of when a couple is going to have children is a common one, and it can be uncomfortable to answer, especially for those who are struggling with infertility or have chosen adoption as their path to...
Adoption Home Visit: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! The home study process is an important step in the adoption process, and it can be a bit intimidating for families who are new to it. Many people wonder what the social worker will look for and what they will be...
What to Expect During a Home Study for Adoption
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Adoption is a wonderful way to grow a family and give a child a loving home. However, the process of adopting a child can be daunting, especially when it comes to the home study process. The home study process is a...
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...
Adopting as a Single Parent
A question I get asked often is if single parents can adopt and, even more specifically, if single males can adopt. While the answer is yes, there are some limitations and particular avenues that a single parent may want to consider over others. In an earlier blog, I...
3 Adoption Terms to Know
Adoption is one of those pursuits that has, over time, developed its own language and terms to help adoptive parents understand different aspects of their adoption journey. It’s important to have clarity on what exactly some of these terms mean, and today I’d like to...
Adoption Works Best With These 3 Things
There is a lot to consider when entering into the adoption process. There are so many steps, relationships, and assumptions to consider and negotiate, and it can sometimes feel overwhelming. Today I want to focus especially on the part of the process that relates to...