Celebrating Birth Families
Where’s the joy? Where’s the excitement? When a new baby comes home, the baby is welcomed with banners, balloons, visitors, and gifts. In adoption, the adoptive family is swamped with … more »
Rights and Responsibilities for Adoptive Parents
Adoption is an emotionally charged experience. No matter if you come to adoption from infertility or because of a faith calling, it involves the lives of not just the child, but … more »
Rights and Responsibilities for Expectant Mothers
So many times in adoption, all the focus is on the adopting parents. People share their infertility stories or their faith commitment on social media and with friends and families. … more »
But What About Me? (Do grandparents count?)
“I know this is Taylor’s story, but I’m hurting too.” Have you ever stopped to think that becoming a parent involves a series of “the first time…” events? One of … more »
This Is Kind of a Big Deal…I Need a Maybe Family!
“My mom’s mad, the father doesn’t believe the baby is his, and life is falling apart. Maybe I can do this, but maybe it’s time to look into adoption.” Jessica … more »