Open adoption has always been about relationships -- about connection and honesty with the best interests of the child...
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Pregnant and Want to Give Baby Up for Adoption
You've just found out you're pregnant, and you're wondering what you should do. Maybe you're considering giving the...
How Will the Adoptive Parents Tell My Child About Adoption?
As you think about adoption, you probably have lots of questions about your child's understanding of their adoption....
How to Know You’re Truly Ready to Adopt a Child
Are you ready to adopt a child? The decision to pursue adoption is one of the most significant choices prospective...
What if There Are Two Types of Adoption in One Family?
Open adoption arrangements vary from situation to situation. They can range from sharing little information to having...
How Long Do You Stay at the Hospital After Birth?
Many pregnant women anticipating their baby's due date wonder, "How long do you stay at the hospital after birth?" The...
Birth Mother and Adoptive Mother Relationship
While every woman's experience will vary, the process leading her to choose adoption is likely to involve love....
Closed Adoption Records: Impact on Birth Mothers and Adoptees
Before open adoption gained popularity in the 1980s, there was another adoption experience known as closed adoption....
The Challenges and Benefits of Not Telling Family About Your Pregnancy
“I’m raising 2 kids, and my baby’s father has 3 kids from 3 different baby mamas. I had a pregnancy scare a few months...












