Sarah Coady I went from adopted to adopting. My story begins on the 12th February 1979. I was born on this day to a 16 year old mother who had decided to place me for adoption. Apparently her eyes were covered as she delivered me and she did not see or hold me before leaving […]
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Summer Safety Reminders for Kids
With summer in full swing, it is a good time to review some simple safety tips. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, these categories are the most important to consider. Be aware that when your children are visiting another family, they may have different attitudes and levels of supervision from yours. A conversation before […]
Adoption & Classroom Activities: Preschool to Kindergarten
Your adopted child is starting school. You worry about sharing adoption with teachers and administrators and how parents and other children will respond. For those with children who look like them, you have thoughts of not sharing the adoption at all. For those whose children do not physically resemble them, there are concerns over how […]
Country Requirements for International Adoption
Intercountry adoptions are governed by both the laws of the child’s home country and the laws of the United States. Learn about country requirements for international adoption by selecting a country below: Bulgaria China Columbia Dominican Republic Ethiopia Honduras India Philippines Poland Russia South Korea Ukraine Note: We are in the process of finalizing country […]
3 International Adoption Myths
THERE ARE NO KIDS TO ADOPT Actually kids are being adopted every day. While countries have opened and closed, giving Americans the opportunity to adopt, there are still many with active programs. Children are usually between the ages of a few months to 14 years of age at the time they are referred for adoption. […]
When Your Child Writes to Their Birth Family
I have written to my daughter’s birth mother many times going on six years since her adoption. My daughter has even dictated a letter for me to write. Recently however, my sweet girl who just finished Kindergarten, asked to write her own letter. I wasn’t surprised as she has been wanting to meet her birth […]
Celebrating Your Y Chromosome: Father’s Day & Surrogacy
Written by my other half, Chris Wohl. I was recently asked, “What does Father’s Day mean to you as a father through surrogacy?” Well, to be honest, I don’t know. I am a first time father. This is my first Father’s Day with my first child. So, I do not have any measure to compare what […]
Adopting Younger Siblings
Making the decision to parent another child requires much consideration. What age and background are you looking for in a child? How many years do you want between your kids? When should you start the process? When is the right time to tell your child? What do you tell them? Which process seems right for […]
How to Choose an International Adoption Agency
Deciding to adopt is a major milestone. Choosing whom to trust to help you achieve your dream is an important decision. Don’t leave it up to chance. The following steps will assist you in making the right choice: Every international adoption must be overseen by a UNITED STATES ADOPTION SERVICE PROVIDER (ASP). See the role and […]
Helping Adoptees Move Past Loss
While most of us agree or at least recognize adoption starts with a loss, I feel sometimes we dwell on that and may let it take over our news feed and also our lives. First off, I am in NO way downplaying the feelings of those who struggle with their loss. It is not a […]