Adoption News Roundup

Happy Friday!

There have been so many inspiring stories are floating around this week. People speaking their truths and sharing powerful perspectives, the magic of adoption out and proud in full force.

Here are some of our favorite articles and stories from this week…

“17 things you should know about open adoption by the people living it.” There are so many misconceptions about open adoption, and many of those are rooted in fear. We always look forward to an article that speaks of its many positives, how people prepared, and what it’s actually like to be present in one. Each of the 17 questions in this article is answered by a real person involved in an open adoption, whether they’re a birth parent or adoptive parent.

This now-college student grew up with 28 siblings…her parents had two children biologically and then decided to adopt 27 more. Here she shares her views on faith, family and motherhood.

This is a great roundup from Parents.com about 6 different ways you can make each of your children feel special. Parenting is incredibly hard work, and finding ways to connect with your child individually and make them feel on top of the world is so worth it.

A heartfelt article “to the prospective adoptive mother who worries she’ll never get chosen.” “There is no rhyme or reason when it comes to finding a match. Every expectant parent is different and as a result is looking for different things. So for starters, there’s no point second guessing yourself and trying to be someone you’re not. Because the fact is, you just don’t know what she’s looking for. Be yourself, and have faith that eventually the right person will come along and chose you for who you are.”

My heart!! These photos of adoptive families coming together will absolutely make your day. So beautiful and love-filled.

Thank you to this couple for bravely sharing their journey with infertility, and how it prepared them for open adoption with an infant. We can all benefit from experiencing powerful, honest stories like these.