Adoption is a beautiful way to grow a family, offering children a loving home and giving families a chance to experience the joy of parenthood. Whether you're just starting to explore adoption or seriously considering it, understanding the basics is the first step.
Types of Adoption:
Domestic adoption: Adopting a child from your own country.
International adoption: Bringing a child home from another country.
Foster care adoption: Adopting a
In this video, Jenny, a birth mother, compares the experience of adopting an infant versus an older child, sharing her personal insights.
Transcript below:
So, I have experienced children placed into my home, both at birth and then at a little bit older through foster care. And I myself found that I had a different level of attachment, at least initially, with children that came into my home a little
In this heartfelt video, Haley opens up about the emotional journey of placing her baby for adoption at just 15 years old. With honesty and vulnerability, she shares the challenges, the love behind her decision, and how it shaped the person she is today. Her story is one of strength, sacrifice, and hope.
If you’d like to skip to specific parts of Haley’s story, here are
As someone who grew up adopted, I’ve often thought about what it might be like to be a birth mom. It’s a role that carries a lot of love, courage, and important decisions. Here’s what I imagine and hope for as a birth mom, drawing from my own experience and understanding of open adoption.
Understanding Open Adoption
One of the things I’ve learned growing up is how
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