5 Steps to Adopting from Foster Care
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Have you ever wondered about the steps involved in adopting a child from foster care? When discussing adopting a child from foster care, it’s important to distinguish it from “fost-to-adopt”, which usually involves...
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...
The Post-Adoption Journey: 9 Essential Steps
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! So, you’ve successfully navigated the adoption process, and now, finally, your child is home. Congratulations on reaching this significant milestone in your journey! Yet, as the initial excitement settles, a new...
Adoption Grants: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Did you know that adoption grants can provide financial support ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 for prospective adoptive families? The potential assistance is substantial, yet many hopeful families often find themselves...
6 Essential Questions for Your Agency
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Today, we’re diving into one of the practical aspects of adoption – how to select an agency to work with during the home study process. Whether you’re considering adoption or are already on the journey,...
Behind the Curtain of Adoption: Scams, Secrets, and Solutions
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Today we’re diving into a topic that holds immense significance for anyone considering or already embarking on the beautiful journey of adoption. Whether you’re an expecting parent or an adoptive family, one...
What an Expecting Mom Is Looking for in a Family
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! At Adoption & Beyond, we understand the profound experience an expecting mother goes through when considering placing her child for adoption. In this blog post, I’ll dive into a topic that’s at the heart of...
Should You Disrupt Birth Order When Adopting?
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Adoption is filled with countless decisions and considerations. Among these decisions, the question of whether to disrupt birth order when adopting can be a particularly challenging one. Today, we’re going to have...