Adopting a Newborn Baby

The home study process almost always makes most first-time adoptive parents a little nervous. This is actually quite normal since there are so many common myths about a home study process which need to be revealed. Current and prospective adoptive parents only want what is the best for their child, and so does a social worker and an adoption professional. This is why a home study process is a crucial part of every adoption. Here are some common myths wrapped around the process itself to help put some of your fears to rest. Continue reading →

Each adoption is unique. The level of openness and ways to communicate with your child’s birthmother after the placement are highly dependable on your individual arrangements, preferences, and feelings. Most often, you’ll hear lots of advice on how to maintain healthy communication before the placement, but in open and semi-open adoptions, communication doesn’t end after placement. Here are some ideas and ways to be thoughtful and considerate when communicating with your birthmother after placement. Continue reading →

A great way to prepare for your baby is by adding some personal touches to the nursery. Even if you don’t know the gender of your baby, a gender-neutral nursery theme can certainly still be fun and creative to design since you can let you imagination work.
Choose a theme, pick a color palette, then choose the accessories and furniture to round out space. Here is a list of gender-neutral nursery themes, you can use when decorating your baby’s nursery! Continue reading →

Adoption, as presented in the media, is often full of myths and false stories. Understanding some common adoption myths will help you distinguish adoption facts from fiction. Continue reading →

There’s no denying that adopting a child brings a great deal of joy and happiness to any family; however, with this enthusiasm sometimes comes some aggravation caused by people making rash decisions and comments. To avoid this, it is good to know that there are some things you should never do to your adopted children, to yourself, or to other adoptive parents. Continue reading →

The adoption trip is a defining moment in the adoption process that brings parents and their baby together at last. Even when adopting domestically, this event usually takes place in unfamiliar surroundings, which can be stressful. Not only that, but sometimes the call that says you are going to become a parent comes with just a few hours’ notice. That’s why it’s best to be prepared ahead of time by having your packing list ready. Here are some key essentials to include on your newborn adoption trip packing list. Continue reading →

The adoption process is not an easy journey. It involves a lot of mixed emotions, high hopes, long waits, frustration, and excitement. After a child is placed with them, sometimes adoptive parents experience what is known as post adoption depression syndrome. Usually, it is hormone fluctuations related to birth that can cause postpartum depression. The truth is that every adoptive parent carries a big emotional burden before and after adopting, and this can impact the way they think and feel. If you’re worried you might be suffering from this condition, there is hope. Continue reading →

During the home study process, you will be asked about your daily routine, education and work history, medical and criminal record, finances, hobbies, references, and more. As you can see, the adoption home study consists mostly of biographical information you already know, but it is still not unusual for people to panic when someone even mentions a home study to them. If you think there is an issue that might prevent you from being approved, your worries are usually unfounded. There are very few reasons people fail the home study. Here are a few reasons why people fail the home study process. Continue reading →

Parents adopting a newborn baby who already have an older child need to make sure they do everything they can to help their child adjust to the new baby. It is completely natural for your older child to be jealous and/or act out when a new sibling arrives. Here are some tips on helping your older child adjust to a new baby! Continue reading →

Choosing an adoption agency is the most important first step in your adoption process. Just like the adoption process varies from family to family, every agency is different. Your adoption agency is going to unite you with your baby, so choosing one is a serious business. You don’t have to spend a great deal of time to find a perfect adoption agency, you just need to be prepared and know exactly what to ask them. In order to ensure that you choose the agency that’s the right fit for your family, here is a list of questions to ask the agencies you’re considering. Continue reading →