How to Prepare Emotionally for Adopting a Child
Adoption is a big decision. Preparing for the arrival of a new child can be an emotional rollercoaster. It requires planning, research, and plenty of support. Before your newest family member makes an appearance, it’s paramount that you take some time to yourself to...
5 Tips to Transition Home After Adopting Your Child
Creating a family is a wonderful thing. While adoptive children grow up just as fully as biological children, the transition home can have its ups and downs. To create a supportive and loving environment before you bring your new family member home, it helps to be...
Adoption Tax Law Changes for 2020
As we see year after year, our legislators in Washington push through tax law changes late in December. This past December was no exception as the SECURE Act was made law. Use Your 401K or IRA Retirement Savings Penalty-Free The SECURE Act changed laws relating to...
Our Lives Changed When We Adopted – The Pommier Family Story
We recently asked the Pommier Family “What has life been like as a family after completing adoption?” They responded with their story about how they were a family of three and became a family of five. Our Lives Changed When We Adopted Our lives drastically changed...
Steps for Getting Started with Adoption
Adoption is a heartfelt and exciting journey. Here at Adoption & Beyond, we want to help you at every stage. When families begin the adoption journey there are many steps to get started. Sometimes the process seems overwhelming and having an adoption coordinator...
Adoption & Beyond’s Purpose, Mission, and Vision
Adoption & Beyond is a 501(c)3 non-profit adoption agency based in Kansas and Missouri. It’s our pleasure to work with families throughout the adoption process and guide you through the many steps involved in this rewarding journey. Being a non-profit, we are...
Now That You Are Pregnant, What Are Your Options for Adoption?
An unplanned pregnancy brings many different emotions for a woman. For those who may be concerned parenthood isn’t the right choice for them at this point in life, many like yourself seek guidance in making a plan for the future of their child and for themselves. No...
What Does Life After Adoption Look Like for A Birth Parent?
Adoption involves a mix of emotions for everyone involved. The process often feels like a whirlwind, so it’s important to ask important questions before and during. For prospective birth parents, there are many unknowns following the adoption of a child. Depending on...