Embracing Open Adoption: Personal Story from an Adoptive Mother of Two
This is a guest post by Paige Knipfer from Love Grown Adoption Consulting. I remember the day I decided to start looking at adoption as the avenue to grow my family. I wanted to be a parent but at the age of 22 I was deemed infertile. The worst part: they couldn’t...
Talking to Your Child About Adoption
At Adoption & Beyond, we work closely with families in Kansas and Missouri as you undergo the adoption process. From beginning to end and beyond, we’re here for you. One of the questions we frequently receive as an adoption agency is, when and how to talk to a...
Parenting Techniques for Children
There are so many positive ways to raise children, whether they are biological or adopted. At Adoption & Beyond, we get many questions about parenting techniques and how best to approach raising children. With so many labels floating around out there, such as:...
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...
How to Prepare Before Your Adopted Child Comes Home
There’s no feeling more amazing than bringing home your child for the first time. Whether they are coming by way of natural birth or adoption – the feeling is indescribable. All new parents must prepare for the arrival of a new child. At Adoption & Beyond we often...