One of the most frequently asked questions we hear at Adoption Makes Family comes from parents who learn that their daughter is pregnant – “What should I do?” How Can I Help My Daughter? We understand that learning about your… Read More
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Can the Birth Mother Change Her Mind about Adoption?
One of the questions we are asked quite often by both biological and adoptive parents is whether or not birth mothers can change their mind about adoption. And the answer is YES. It is important to remember that an adoption… Read More
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What is an Adoption Plan?
An unplanned pregnancy can be a stressful time, especially if you are not in a place in life where raising a child is part of your future plans. You undoubtedly have a million thoughts running through your mind. Am I… Read More
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How a Birth Mother Can Choose Adoption Openness
As a birth mother, one of the biggest decisions you make after choosing adoption “when envisioning your child’s life is where you fit,” says Haley Kirkpatrick, Adoption.com. Do you see yourself in contact with your child? Do you meet in… Read More
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Birth Mother: Dealing With Life After Adoption
“With every adoption and every union, there is also loss, a biological parent being separated from their child,” explains Felicia Curcuru, Huffington Post. So, it should come as no surprise that one of the biggest questions we hear birth mothers… Read More
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Who Covers Adoption Medical Expenses in Maryland?
An unplanned pregnancy can be scary. There are undoubtedly a million questions running through your mind. And one of the most common questions we hear from birth mothers is “Can I afford the medical expenses?” Whether you are leaning toward… Read More
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Do I Have to Tell the Birth Father?
One of the most common questions we receive from birth mothers considering adoption is whether or not they have to tell the birth father about their plans. And the simple answer is Y-E-S. Legally, the father must consent to the… Read More
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What is Kinship Adoption?
An unplanned pregnancy can be a very difficult time, especially for birth parents who may not be ready to raise a child on their own. In these situations, adoption can be an excellent option. However, there are situations when birth… Read More
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Sharing Pictures & Letters with the Birth Mother
In an open adoption, your post-adoption relationship with your child’s birth mother is an exciting, yet sometimes scary part of your new family’s journey. “Open” can mean different things when it comes to adoption, but the most common open adoption… Read More
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Tips for Adoptive Parents Adjusting to Life After Adoption
“Settling into parenthood or the ‘post-adoption period’ can present its own difficulties for [adoptive parents],” according to the Child Welfare Information Gateway. In this article, we will provide a few tips to help adoptive parents, like you, better settle into… Read More