Adoption Blog
“Can I Give My Baby Up for Adoption to a Family Member?”
If you discovered that you're pregnant recently, you might be trying to decide if you're ready to become a mom. "Can I give my baby up for adoption to a family member?" is a question we get asked often. And it may seem like a sensible choice. This type of adoption is...
How Do You Tell Your Child About Adoption? Don’t worry…Ask Landon!
About the Author Nicholas Battle is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force, who has deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi and Operation Enduring Freedom. Battle is currently a Commander within the Defense Contract Management...
“I’m Giving My Baby Up for Adoption at Birth”
If you've just discovered that you're pregnant, you're probably wondering what you should do. You might be thinking, "I'm giving my baby up for adoption at birth," because you're not ready to become a mom at this point in your life. That's a very loving, mature...
Exploring Transracial Adoption? Here’s What You Need to Know First
So you've decided to adopt. After you've gone through all the preparations, you feel like you're open to transracial adoption. If you feel like adopting a child of another race isn't any different from adopting a child of your own race, you may be surprised to learn...
Did You Know That There’s a Symbol of Adoption?
If you've been blessed by adoption, you might wish to honor your journey in a meaningful way. The symbol of adoption has been used by many to share their love of open adoption. As seen in this image, the symbol of adoption is a triangle entwined with a heart. Each of...
“How do I deal with people pressuring me to keep my baby?”
"It feels like everyone in my life is against me choosing adoption...friends, my parents, and my boyfriend. How do I deal with people pressuring me to keep my baby?" The decision of adoption is yours and yours alone. No matter what other people in your life...
Can Lifetime Help With Re-Adoptions?
“We adopted a child from China, but we think she would be better off with another family without children. Does Lifetime help with re-homing or re-adoptions?” It is first important to know the difference between the two terms: Re-homing is a term that is...
How to Adopt a Baby – The Domestic Adoption Process
Nothing in life that is worthwhile is ever easy. Adopting a baby is very worthwhile, and it takes a lot of work and patience. Like birth pains, much of the pain and effort is forgotten once you're holding that beautiful child in your arms. Interview Adoption...
What Adoption Services Can I Expect from Lifetime?
If you're freaking out over that positive pregnancy test and thinking about adoption, you're not alone. When you call or text our adoption coordinators here at Lifetime, they understand that you may be feeling overwhelmed and scared. You will be given all of the...
What You Need to Know About Your First Conversation With a Birth Mother
Many hopeful adoptive parents find the first conversation with a birth mother to be both exciting and terrifying. After all, you want to make an excellent first impression, but will you be too nervous to communicate effectively? What can help is remembering that she...
Loving Catholic Couple from Florida Ready to Adopt!
Meet Patrick and Kathryn, a loving Catholic couple from Florida ready to become first-time parents through the blessing of adoption! They love to take part in outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, swimming, and spending time at their family beach condo. They'd...
What’s Cooking in Your Kitchen?
Many of us have been trying new things to keep busy while we're stuck at home during the pandemic. For some, that includes testing out new recipes in the kitchen and savoring family favorites. It's safe to say that most of us have (at least) one great...
Outdoor-Loving Christian Couple in New Mexico Eager to Become Parents Through Adoption!
Meet Justin and Becca, an outdoorsy couple who are excited to become first-time parents through adoption! They've been married for 15 years, and believe that God has called them to welcome a child into their hearts and home through adoption. Together, they love...
3 Reasons Why You Need the Right Adoption Agency
As you begin exploring the process of adopting a baby, you'll realize that you will need help from a professional. The domestic adoption process can be a complicated one. There are many facets involved, including the task of creating a profile to present your family...
How Do I Make an Adoption Hospital Plan?
Chances are, your journey to choosing adoption has been a long, challenging, emotional one. You began by taking all of your options into account, doing your research, and giving it a lot of thought. After all that, you made the best decision possible for yourself and...
8 Ways to Practice Self-Care During Your Adoption Wait
During the process of preparing to adopt, your own mental, physical, and emotional needs might get overlooked. So you can be ready to care for your new baby, you'll need to first care for yourself. Here are eight ways to practice self-care during your adoption wait:...
Birth Parent’s Rights After Open Adoption
Open adoption means that you'll be able to choose which family adopts your child. Birth parents also determine how much they'd like to stay in touch with their child and his or her new family after the adoption. There are a few questions about birth parent...
How to Write a Reference Letter for a Home Study
As hopeful adoptive parents go through the adoption process, they must complete a home study. An essential element of the home study process is providing several letters of reference. If you're hoping to adopt, you might be wondering who you should ask to write a...
Understanding Your Life Insurance Needs as Your Family Grows
Along with adding another member to your family, adoption brings many other wonderful changes for families. Adopting is a big step, so taking steps to feel financially prepared is a great way for parents to show love and support to their new child. One...
“How do I give my child up for adoption?”
We often get asked, "How do I give my child up for adoption?" by moms who want more for their child than they can provide. Or, life just isn't working out how they planned, and they'd like their child to be in a stable, two-parent family. No matter your reason for...