by Linda Rotz | Dec 5, 2022 | Adopting a child, Adoption services, home study
If you have just begun your adoption journey, you may have heard and read about the adoption “home study.” Chances are you have many questions or even fears about completing a home study. Here, I’ll share the types of information gathered during a...
by Linda Rotz | Feb 7, 2022 | Adopting a child, Parenting
The first few months as new adoptive parents to a newborn could be challenging, but knowing what to expect can make it easier. Many new adoptive parents are surprised at how many adjustments are required when living with a newborn baby. While every hopeful...
by Linda Rotz | Jun 21, 2021 | Adoption preparation, home study
Many hopeful adoptive parents find the home study to be the most time-consuming and nerve-wracking part of the adoption process. They wonder things like, “Will they find our home to be acceptable? What about our parenting approach?” Today, Lifetime...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Sep 14, 2020 | Adopting a child, adoption agency
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...
by Linda Rotz | May 28, 2019 | home study
As the first step in the adoption process, the home study can bring up many emotions, from the excitement of beginning the adoption journey to feeling nervous about the process. Typically, a home study includes paperwork and documentation, a precise background check,...
