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Domestic Infant Adoption
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Meeting A Birthmother for the First Time
Discusses the event where the birthmother and adoptive parents meet for the first time; offers suggestions for making the process go smoothly.... [more]
Networking
Ideas for prospective birthparents regarding locating a baby to adopt and warnings about scams.... [more]
Pick Me: an Adoption Story
A husband hoping to adopt discusses the patience involved.... [more]
Vying to be Among the Chosen
Gone are the days when biological mothers furtively and anonymously entrusted their babies' futures to doctors, lawyers, or employees at homes for unwed mothers. Today, "the chosen" are hopeful adoptive parents.... [more]
Birthmother Letter
Independent Adoption
Infant Adoption
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Parent Profiles
MJ & Colleen (MD)
We're so grateful that you're considering adoption and considering us. We want to help you make a confident choice. Please read on and call! (888) 475-4395 [more]
Adoption Tips
Want to encourage creativity and individuality? Let your child help make plans to decorate his or her room. Brainstorm ideas together. Not only can you come up with some great ideas, but you'll spend some quality time together.
Adoption Photolisting
Estephanie (CA / 16 / F)
Estephanie is a very outgoing, social girl who likes being around people. She is energetic and especially likes to release her energy by participating in sports such as basketball... [more]
Adoption E-Magazine