One thing all adoptive parents know is that adopting a baby involves a certain level of stress. Planning for the arrival of your baby is a busy time, especially on top of adoption paperwork, legal meetings and getting to know your birthmother. So how do you make the “post-adoption finalization” experience a bit more calming? We have a few tips up our sleeve.
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One of Angel’s adoptive families was kind enough to share their adoption story with us. In this video, Megan and Dave travel from Chicagoland to Columbia, MO to pick up their baby girl. This video documents the couple’s adoption journey from start to finish – from contacting Angel Adoption, preparing paperwork, creating a paper and online profile, completing the homestudy, being contacted by a birthmother, all the way to the adoption of their daughter.
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When discovering you are pregnant, you might immediately begin to worry about finances. Can you afford to raise a child? Can you manage medical bills? Are your financial standings secure enough to pay for living expenses? Will you be able to pay for any legal fees or services tied to the adoption process?
It sure is a lot to think about. Fortunately, you don’t need to worry. If you’re pregnant and placing your baby for adoption, Angel Adoption can help you receive financial assistance during your pregnancy.
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For prospective adoptive parents hoping to connect with a birthmother, few situations are more nerve-wracking than the first meeting. Whether you plan to meet in person or over the phone, knowing ahead of time what to ask (and what not to ask) can take the edge off and help you make the most of this opportunity to get know her better.
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Thirty to forty years ago, an open adoption was practically unheard of. Today, it is the most commonly practiced form of adoption in the United States. There are several reasons why open adoption has become the trend, and why it has become an attractive option for all members of the adoption triad.
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When you first discover you are pregnant, you may feel like you are completely alone. Once deciding that you are placing your baby for adoption, you may feel even more alone. Some birthmothers decide to first talk to someone outside of their circle of family and friends about their pregnancy and decision to place their baby for adoption. No matter who you choose to speak to, it’s important that all birthmothers find support throughout their pregnancy and adoption journey.
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You are pregnant and you have decided to place your baby for adoption. OK – take a deep breath. You have just taken the first step in the biggest decision a mother could make. We understand this decision was not easy, but we are here to hold your hand as we guide you through the process.
Now that you have decided to place your baby for adoption, there is a road ahead. What should you think about – and what are the next steps?
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Every day, Angel Adoption receives questions from hopeful adoptive parents about the adoption process. The most frequently asked question, and possibly the most important, is… how do we adopt? Now, this is a huge question that requires extensive detail to be answered in full, but we wanted to provide adoptive parents with a few basic steps. By following these steps and working with Angel Adoptions’ team of professionals, you will be on your way to adopting a newborn.
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After you have sorted through adoptive parent profiles, narrowed down your search options and have chosen a potential family, it’s time to take the next important step: the time has come to meet! While many birthmothers worry about their first impression, it should be comforting to know that adoptive parents worry about the same things. Whether the conversation takes place in person or over the phone, this initial meeting can be a bit nerve-wracking for everyone.
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What do you see when you envision your child’s future? What are their parents like? Where do they live? Do they have siblings? Are they a sports fanatic, one with nature or artistic?
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