by Mardie Caldwell Certified Open Adoption Practitioner | Sep 11, 2020 | Birth Parent Blog
You might be wondering what rights you have as a birth mother. The short answer is: it depends on where you live. Lifetime Adoption works with birth mothers across the country, in every state, helping pregnant women make the loving choice to make an adoption plan for...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Aug 26, 2020 | Adoptive Families Blog
For many soon-to-be grandparents, adoption can feel unfamiliar. Waiting for a new child to join the family is always exciting, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have questions. If you will become a grandparent through adoption in the near future, you...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jul 15, 2020 | Adoptive Families Blog
On the surface, the adoption home study seems like it will involve a stranger coming into your home to assess if you are capable of raising a child. It’s completely normal to find this intimidating. However, it’s important to understand that everyone...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jun 24, 2020 | Adoptive Families Blog
Thinking of adopting a second child? How wonderful! Lifetime Adoption is here to assist you in your continuing calling to become a parent to another child. There are no special rules or regulations for adopting a second child. State laws vary — as do the fees...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Mar 16, 2020 | Adoptive Families Blog
Is now a good time to adopt? Does the worldwide Coronavirus affect adoption plans? Should we consider adoption in this economic climate? Are you asking yourselves any of these questions? If so, the short answer is – Yes, now is the best time to start your adoption...
