Placing your child for adoption is NOT the same as giving up your baby for adoption. Adoption does NOT involve giving up. The term “give up for adoption” is a dated term that is often used in casual conversation and
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Adoption today offers more choices than ever before. Expectant/birth parents can now choose an adoptive family for their baby. However, this decision can feel overwhelming. Right now, you may have questions like: How do I find someone to adopt my
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Are you unexpectedly expecting? Discovering an unplanned pregnancy can be a very overwhelming and emotional experience. Right now, you may be feeling scared, confused, embarrassed, panicked, or even in disbelief. It is important to know that these conflicting emotions are
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For those who have made an adoption plan, the holidays are not always easy. If you have an open adoption, however, finding solace in letters, pictures, and updates can help. Knowing that your child is loved, happy, and healthy can
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Thanksgiving is arguably one of America’s favorite holidays. It is a special time, not only for giving thanks, but also for bringing families together. Thanksgiving also happens to take place during National Adoption Awareness Month, and therefore the perfect time
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Discovering that you have an unplanned pregnancy can be very difficult. Sharing this news with others is often the most challenging step of all. Sometimes, it is hardest to talk with those who are closest to you. You may be
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Whether you are an expectant/birth mother who has just selected a family for her baby, or a waiting adoptive parent who is considering open adoption, the topic of an “open adoption agreement” is sure to arise as you make your
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Each year, November marks National Adoption Awareness Month. This annual initiative recognizes the many children in need of loving, permanent homes across the United States. While adoption has come a long way from the time when children were boarded onto
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Adoption continues to change every day, and many people are seeing it in new light. Today, expectant/birth mothers have more say in their adoption plan than ever before. As an expectant mother, you can choose a life for your baby,
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If you're facing an unplanned pregnancy, you're not alone. Unintended pregnancies happen all the time. Many women are in a similar situation as you. You have many options available, but since you are here, we'll assume that you are considering
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