by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Nov 17, 2020 | Adopting a child, adoption wait
Marriage is hard work: sometimes it comes naturally, other times not so much. Adoption and infertility treatments can be stressful for your marriage so having a solid foundation is vital. You will soon be moving into another phase of your lives and will be very busy...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jul 13, 2020 | Adoption preparation, 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...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Apr 13, 2020 | adoption wait
Depending on your adoption preferences, being chosen by a birth mother and then matching up might take awhile. We understand that it can be challenging to suddenly have to sit back and wait, after months of research, paperwork, profile creation, and a home study....
by Adoption Agency Florida | Oct 28, 2019 | Adopting a child, adoption wait
Adopting a child can be an emotional roller coaster. With the social worker visits, background checks, and numerous phone calls, not to mention the many ups and downs of waiting for a child, you can feel overwhelmed. Amidst all this, it’s refreshing to get a...
by Adoption Agency Florida | Dec 3, 2018 | adoption wait
Are you having a difficult time during the adoption wait? Maintaining a positive attitude makes even the most challenging times easier to experience. Being positive doesn’t mean pretending that you have a perfect life, but rather about seeing the good in life...
by Linda Rotz | Oct 1, 2018 | Adopting a child, adoption tip, adoption wait
There are many sides to the adoption journey when you’re eagerly waiting to be chosen by a birth mother. Many adoptive couples go through the process joyfully, trying to be as patient and proactive as possible. Others struggle with feelings of jealousy and...