Should You Tell Your Family You’re Adopting? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. So you’re starting your adoption journey and wondering whether to spill the beans to your family right away, or wait until you’re on the way to bring your child home. This is actually a bigger decision than you...
Adoption Myths vs. Reality: What You Actually Need to Know
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Time for some myth-busting! After years of working with families, I keep hearing the same misconceptions about adoption over and over again. So, let’s set the record straight and debunk some of these myths that...
Warning Signs: How to Spot a Bad Adoption “Professional” Before It’s Too Late
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. We talk a lot about red flags with birth mother scams, but what about red flags with adoption professionals themselves? Specifically adoption agencies? Look, after 30+ years in this business, I’ve seen some...
Adoption Mistakes to Avoid: What 3 Decades in the Field Have Taught Me
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Here’s a home truth: adoption is complicated enough without accidentally sabotaging yourself along the way. After 30+ years in this field, I’ve seen families make the same mistakes over and over again, and...
What Makes Great Adoptive Parents? These 3 Qualities Matter More Than You Think
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Thinking about adoption? Wondering what makes someone a great adoptive parent? Spoiler alert – it is NOT a Pinterest-ready home or a fridge full of organic vegetables! Flexibility The first essential trait is flexibility...
Transracial Adoption: 5 Essential Things Every Prospective Parent Must Consider
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Before you dive into the world of expanding your family across racial lines, there are some pretty critical questions you need to ask yourself. Not to discourage you, but to ensure you’re prepared to create a truly...
Pregnant and Considering Adoption? Here’s Your 7-Step Guide to Making It Happen
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Are you pregnant and considering placing your baby for adoption? If so, you’re probably feeling a mix of emotions and have a ton of questions swirling around in your mind. Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and we’re here to...
Debunking Birth Mother Myths
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. Today we’re diving into a topic that’s often clouded by myths and misconceptions: birth mothers in adoption. You know, those stories that come from a place of fear and misunderstanding? Yeah, those ones. But...