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Are you experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and looking into adoption? Placing a child for adoption is a difficult, personal decision. You deserve the facts and support from a qualified, experienced adoption professional as you explore this option. And, you deserve to do so in a safe, shame/judgement free space without pressure or coercion. Please note, … more »

If you haven’t already, check out the blog we wrote about the WHY behind needing to start talking with your child about their adoption story from day one. (Insert link to that blog). Once you understand this important need, continue reading below for some tips/pointers to help you start having these “conversations” with your baby. … more »

It’s imperative adoption professionals provide these services to birth parents in their post placement journey. Counseling should be free, easily accessible, lifelong and adoption fluent. There are some circles discussing the need for third party organizations/therapists to be providing these services to birth parents. This allows parents who don’t feel safe and comfortable returning to … more »

What is Post Adoption Depression and who does it affect? Postpartum Depression (PPD) can affect adoptive mothers and fathers. It is typically referred to as Post Adoption Depression (PAD). Post Adoption Depression remains largely unrecognized because PPD is associated with biological factors that many adoptive parents believe they are exempt from. Similar to PPD, PAD … more »

A Lifetime of Grieving and Healing: A closer look at Post Placement Counseling and Care for Birth Parents    When a parent places their baby for adoption, they embark on a unique, complex journey of grieving and healing. They have experienced a profound loss. Being separated from one’s child, one’s baby, is not natural on … more »