Adoptive Families Blog Archives

What Happens to the Original Birth Certificate After Adoption?

Many people have questions about adoption birth certificates, including “What does an adoption birth certificate look...

Transracial adoption is a choice that needs more thought put into it than people think. When hoping to grow...

In 2025, Congress passed sweeping federal tax legislation that included the creation of an important new child savings...

Once a birth mother decides she’d like to chat with you for the first time, you might be both ecstatic and terrified....

In recognition of National Marriage Week, which runs from Saturday through Valentine's Day, I'm sharing tips to...

Adoptive parenting is a journey filled with profound love, complex emotions, and the lifelong work of building...

When you begin the adoption process, one of the first steps is discussing your adoption preferences with your adoption...

Adopting and raising special needs children is a big decision. A child who exhibits physical, emotional, or mental...

Beginning the adoption home study process can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure what to expect. At its...