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...
What Your Child May Not Be Asking You – Patti Eddington
What your child may not be asking you I was in my mid-thirties when a co-worker nervously approached me for some advice. She and her husband had just adopted two children and they wanted to do the best possible job of being parents. “What one thing do you wish your...
Demystifying Adoption Terms
Want to adopt a baby? Adoption is a beautiful and life-changing journey, but it often comes with unique terminology. Whether you are an adoptive parent, an adoptee, or someone considering adoption, understanding the language of adoption is crucial. In this blog post...
Surviving Family Gatherings During the Adoption Process
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Family gatherings can be both joyous and challenging, especially when you are going through the adoption process. I completely understand the emotional roller coaster that families experience during this time. This week,...
Parenting Adoptive vs Biological Children
Adoption is fueled by desire and big hearts. It is the desire of the expecting mother to give a good life for her child. It is the desire of a family to have the joy of raising a child. The people that choose to adopt want a child to raise, and be a part of the...
Shortening Time to Adopt
I don’t know about you, but these last few years have flown by for me. It reminds me how precious time is and patience can be challenging. Especially if you are looking to adopt. I get it, you are brimming with enthusiasm about expanding your family. Unfortunately,...
Thunder In My Arms – by Lissa Schneckenburger
There are seasons when my child is the most beautiful and exquisite being Ihave ever laid eyes on. He is funny, thoughtful, charming, earnest, sweet, and ahard worker. He is gifted, and smart, and we sing together, go on adventures,and share books, movies, and funny...