Adoption, Adoption Questions, Blog, Thoughts
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Are you on the journey to expand your family through adoption? Congratulations! It’s an exciting and often rewarding path, but one that comes with its share of hurdles, particularly when it comes to finalizing the...
Adoption, Adoption Questions, Blog, Families, Home Study, Thoughts
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! In the process of adoption, the home study is a pivotal step. It’s a thorough assessment that ensures that prospective adoptive families are well-equipped and suitable to provide a loving and nurturing environment for a...
Adoption, Adoption & Beyond News, Blog, Closed Adoption, Open Adoption, Parenting, Thoughts
There are so many needs in the world, and it’s a remarkable thing when fulfilling one need can help provide for another need. JT Olson knows all about this, as the founder and president of the Nashville-based nonprofit Both Hands that helps families by fundraising for...
Adoption, Birth Mothers, Birthparent Stories
Success Stories of Adoption with BraveLove Adoption & Beyond is a partner agency with BraveLove – a pro-adoption movement dedicated to changing the perception of adoption by acknowledging birth moms for their brave decision – and together we bring you some honest...
Adoption, Adoption Questions, Blog, Families, Thoughts
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...
Blog, Adoption, Adoption & Beyond News, Adoption Questions, Families
Hey there! So you’re interested in supporting birth parents, huh? Well, buckle up because I’ve got some key counseling insights on Supporting Birth Parents that will blow your mind. Picture this: you’re sitting down with a birth parent, ready to...
Blog, Adoption, Adoption & Beyond News, Adoption Questions, Families
Did you know that studies show that birth parents who maintain some level of involvement after adoption have higher levels of satisfaction and emotional well-being? When it comes to adoption, staying involved post-placement can have a significant impact on both the...
Blog, Adoption, Adoption & Beyond News, Adoption Questions, Families
Have you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? As a birth parent, the emotions and decisions you face can be overwhelming, and it’s perfectly normal to feel a mix of joy, sadness, and uncertainty. That’s why...
Blog, Adoption, Adoption & Beyond News, Adoption Questions, Families
Picture a world where birth fathers are frequently overshadowed, disregarded, and undermined in adoption decision-making. In this fast-paced, ever-evolving landscape, it is crucial to understand the legal standing of birth fathers in adoption. From the complexities...
Blog, Adoption, Adoption & Beyond News, Adoption Questions, Families
Did you know that birth parents play a crucial role in the adoption process? Many people aren’t aware of the power and agency that birth parents have when it comes to making decisions about their child’s future. Empowering birth parents in adoption is not...