by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Apr 11, 2022 | Adopting a child, Adoption preparation, post-adoption
Whether you are just starting your adoption journey or your baby is on the way home, your mind is most likely filled with thoughts about how things will be once your baby is there with you. That being said, there is also an element of uncertainty, fear, and disbelief...
by Linda Rotz | Mar 7, 2022 | Adopting a child, Parenting, post-adoption
Adoptive parents often ask me how and when they should explain adoption to their child. When is the right time to tell your child their whole adoption story? Many new adoptive parents feel uncertain and concerned about how to best discuss adoption with their...
by Linda Rotz | Sep 27, 2021 | Open adoption, post-adoption
As you move through your adoption plan, you’ll work together with the adoptive family you’ve chosen to create what’s called a Post Adoption Contract Agreement. This agreement states exactly what type of contact you will maintain with the adoptive...
by Heather Featherston | Aug 30, 2021 | Adoption for my child, post-adoption
When you choose to place your baby for adoption, you provide them a stable and loving future. Adoption isn’t an easy decision to make, so you may find yourself wondering, “How will I feel after placing my baby for adoption?” It’s a common...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jul 12, 2021 | Adopting a child, post-adoption
Bringing a child into your family is exciting! You may have spent months praying about each step as you walked through the adoption process, and now you’re finally nearing the end. The adoption finalization is basically the last step in the entire process....
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jun 7, 2021 | infant adoption, Parenting, post-adoption
One of the most frequent questions our adoption coordinators get from adoptive parents is, “How and when do we explain adoption to our child?” The answer will depend on you, your child, and your own unique adoption story. There are some general...
