Many times when a couple has made a plan to adopt they are often questioned by outsiders. Below are some ideas for handling these questions. 1. As a family make the decision before hand what information you want to share, and with whom you wish to share it with. 2. Remember that they are the […]

The right to be treated as interested and affected persons, not as pawns or possessions. The right to love each parent, without feeling guilt, pressure or rejection. The right to love, care, discipline and protection from both parents. The right not to be asked to choose sides or decide where they want to live. The […]

The way we talk – and the words we use- say a lot about what we think and value. When we use positive adoption language, we day that adoption is a way to build a family just as birth is.  Both are important, but one is not more important than the other. Choose the following, […]