Positive and Negative Adoption Language
Adoption Language is important to know in the process of adoption but can be confusing. In full transparency, like many others, when I started the adoption journey, I did not know the proper language to use. Even today, it can still be a struggle to know and use all...
Common Questions About Domestic Adoptions
Have you ever wondered how you should prepare for a domestic adoption? Many things can change at the last minute. It can be painful to get your hopes up only to have the adoption fall through. So how can you get ready while tempering your hopes and expectations? Here...
5 Signs You’re Ready to Adopt
One of the single most asked questions I get from potential parents are, “How do we know if we’re ready to adopt?” If you and your partner have ever asked that question yourselves, then this post is dedicated to you! Adoption is a beautiful experience, but you need to...
Steffany’s Story: Breaking the Rules
Have you ever thought of adoption? Prior to my 25+ years of experience in the adoption field, I never did. In fact, the journey up to the adoption of our daughter was one I never even dreamed of. My name is Steffany Aye and I am a licensed clinical social worker with...