Adoption Blog
Waiting to Adopt? Get Our Holiday Survival Tips
If you're in the midst of your adoption wait, the holidays can become a time of added pressure and disappointment. People close to you may mean well but ask questions or make remarks that seem insensitive. If you're hopeful adoptive parents waiting for a child, you...
Modern Adoption vs. Safe Haven: How Do They Compare?
Wondering what exactly is a "safe haven"? Safe Haven laws allow a parent give up their unwanted baby privately. With these laws, moms can drop their baby off at a safe haven location, as long as their baby hasn’t been abused. Safe Haven laws began so that babies...
Sale on Adoption Jewelry for Cyber Monday
Today is Cyber Monday! This shopping event occurs each year on the Monday after Thanksgiving. Are you doing some gift shopping online to take advantage of Cyber Monday deals and sales? Right now, Adoption Prayer Bracelet is having a sweet Cyber Monday deal! Visit...
Thanksgiving Prayer for All Blessed by Adoption
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petitions, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." -Philippians 4:6 As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, we pray that the Lord will keep and watch over those waiting to adopt, as well as...
Modern Adoption, Revealed! Join Lifetime’s Webinar
Lifetime has an inspiring adoption webinar coming up later this month! Tune in as we share the choices modern adoption offers families and women considering adoption. In celebration of National Adoption Awareness Month, we're going to talk about what adoption looks...
Adoption Truth: Guys Can Be Involved, Too
"My girlfriend is 25 weeks pregnant. We're both 19, and just work part-time while we go to school. So I know there's no way I could support a family right now. She thinks adoption is going to be best for our baby. She's probably right, but I can't just forget about my...
Bi-racial Couple in the Sunshine State Hope to Grow Their Family Through Adoption
Greetings from the Sunshine State! Georgio and Kristan are a fun, loving, compassionate, and outgoing couple who love adventure. They're excited and ready to expand their family through adoption, and are open to letters, pictures, and visits with you! They've made a...
Get Creative Ideas on How to Celebrate Adoption Month
Did you know that November is National Adoption Awareness Month? This national holiday began in 1984 when President Reagan introduced a national adoption week. Then, President Clinton expanded the week to include the entire month of November in 1995. Lifetime hopes...
Watch this Webinar to Understand the Adoption Tax Credit
Whether you're just starting to think about adoption, actively waiting to adopt, or if you've just recently welcomed your baby home, it's important to understand how the Adoption Tax Credit can help your family! Lifetime recently hosted an exclusive webinar on what...
Adoptive Couple Zach and Kearsten Visit Us With Their Baby!
Lifetime Adoption Agency Florida is excited to congratulate adoptive parents Zach and Kearsten from Virginia! They were blessed to adopt a baby boy, Maverick. We were lucky enough to meet this newly-formed adoptive family in person! They visited our office with...
6 YouTube Channels for Women Thinking About Adoption
When you're thinking about adoption for your child, you'll probably deal with a wide range of emotions. And, you'll probably have lots of questions about what type of adoption is best for you. Know that Lifetime is just a phone call or text message away to answer your...
Join a Special Webinar on Understanding the Adoption Tax Credit!
If you're researching your adoption financing choices, you’ve likely heard of the Adoption Tax Credit. If you've found it challenging to make sense of how it works or how you can apply it to your taxes, then this webinar is for you! Join Lifetime's free adoption...
Young & Creative Illinois Couple Ready to Begin Their Family Through Adoption
Meet Craig and Courtney, a young & creative couple from Illinois who are ready to grow their family through adoption! They're open to visits with you and look forward to growing their relationship with you throughout the years. Craig and Courtney enjoy trying new...
Hear David & Deanna’s Inspiring Story in This Adoption Webinar!
David and Deanna's adoption story is sure to inspire you to keep the faith and remain dedicated during your adoption wait! Lifetime realizes that during your adoption wait, you'll probably go through lots of highs and lows, and a mix of emotions. At this time last...
Is a Last-Minute Adoption Possible?
If you know that adoption is the best choice for both you and your baby, then having an adoption plan in place before you go into labor is a good idea. But what if you don’t decide until really late in your pregnancy that adoption is best? Or what if you go into labor...
Are You Ready to Adopt? Ask Yourself These 10 Questions
Are you truly ready to adopt? Before you contact any adoption professionals, really think about what your deepest wishes are for your family and for the child you hope to adopt. Honesty is important because it's your adoption professional’s task to understand your...
“How do I know my baby is going into a good home?”
Question: "Right now, I'm 30 weeks pregnant, and I'm looking at adoptive families on your site. They all look friendly, and I like what they write, but how do I know my baby is going into a good home? How do I know the parents are good people?" Answer: Lifetime...
How to Research Adoption Benefits
The #1 reason couples aren't able to adopt is that they can't afford it. The reality is, there are tons of adoption benefits out there, you just need to know where to look! Today, we're sharing how to get access to the adoption benefits your employer, insurance, or...
When is it Too Early or Too Late to do Adoption?
Lifetime has been asked many different questions about when's the right time to make an adoption plan. The truth is, it's never too late or too early to look into adoption for your baby! Here are some answers to common questions women ask when they're thinking about...
“All of It-The Wait, The Worry-Will Be Worth It!”
Lifetime Adoption Agency Florida loves to share stories from our adoptive couples who have been blessed by infant adoption! Here's a sweet one from Tennessee adoptive couple Colby and Sarah: "Thank you so much for helping us on this journey! We couldn’t love Jack any...