When I adopted my then four-year-old daughter from China in 2008, I did not plan intentional ways to attach to her. I thought it would come naturally, like it did with my birth children. I was mistaken to think I did not need to have an idea of what to do. Shortly after bringing her […]

“Grief is like the ocean, it comes in waves, ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” –Vicki Harrison No matter if you recently placed a child for adoption or placed a child many years ago, know that you are strong, beautiful, […]

  Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder associated with issues like insulin resistance and irregular menstrual cycles. Of particular concern to many women is its ability to hinder ovulation, affecting fertility. Approximately 6% to 12% of women in the reproductive age range in the U.S. have received a PCOS diagnosis, making it a […]

A child’s development is a long process, with many ups and downs that can feel impossible to predict, and adoption will most certainly affect that process. How much of your child’s behavior is typical, and how much of it is a result of your unique family circumstances? Here we will explore what average development looks […]

The online discourse around gestational carriers and surrogacy for pregnancy often sparks interest, but it's crucial to distinguish between helpful connections and accurate information on social media. Let's debunk some common myths surrounding surrogacy, gestational carriers, and embryo adoption: MYTH: A “gestational carrier” is the same as a “surrogate.” The terms differ significantly. A "surrogate" […]

A visionary is a leader of excellence who sees what others do not see, who achieves for now and plans for the future, who positively impacts different generations and raises up other visionaries. Onyi Anyado   This month we are honored to highlight Nightlight Christian Adoptions (Nightlight) founder and leader, Ron Stoddart.  Mr. Stoddart has […]

Children in the foster care system already have a difficult time adjusting to their new setting. This is especially true if they do not feel they are welcomed into their new school environment or find themselves experiencing new levels of trauma in what should be a "safe place". It is important to understand that not every child […]

I’ve noticed over the 25 years I’ve worked in International Adoptions, that children who are adopted by families who speak the same language or come from the same culture tend to have an easier transition to their new home and family over the first few months. They share a language and can easily communicate their […]

Post adoption reports are required by families who adopt children from outside the United States. The requirements vary in number and frequency, usually based on the sending country’s laws. It is understandable that after a sometimes long and expensive process of adoption that parents feel both wary and weary of a social worker visiting their […]

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