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An Orphan’s Test: What Host Families Should Know

China   Hosting a Child, Adoption Advocacy

Twice a year, our interview teams go to meet the children of our Summer and Winter Hosting Programs. Many times when they return the hosting team gets...

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5 Tips for Talking to Your Children About Their Adoption

Post-Adoption

It wasn’t all that long ago that adoptions were shrouded in a veil of secrecy. In fact, it was in the early 20th century that a move toward that...

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To Grieve in Adoption

Poland   Sibling Adoption, Family Adoption Stories, Christian

It’s funny (like in an uncomfortable, weird uncle at Christmas kind of way) how long it really takes you to unpack everything the adoption proce...

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1000 Tiny Miracles

Limb Differences   Family Adoption Stories, Christian

If I've learned anything in this life, it's don't tell God your plans. His ways are much better. My husband, Nate, and I felt led to love and care for...

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Meeting Your Daughter For The First Time

Poland   Toddler Adoption, How To Adopt, Adoption Process

When Becky and I started the adoption process for Poland, a friend of mine, who had adopted several times before, sent a Facebook message that sa...

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What is a "Time In"?

Bonding & Attachment, Post-Adoption

Children who experience early stress, moves, and transitions often show the effects of their experiences by becoming dysregulated. They may appea...

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10 Ways to Help an Adoptive Family

Post-Adoption, Family and Community Support

You’ve finally done it! You’ve started the adoption process. You’re so excited to announce your joyous news to family and friends. &...

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Staying In Touch With Other Adoptive Families

Post-Adoption, Culture and Pride, Family and Community Support

Adoptive families share a special bond. There is an understanding that binds them and brings them together, and a shared life experience that can only...

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Foster to Adopt: Our Family Story

USA   Older Child Adoption, Sibling Adoption, Family Adoption Stories, Foster Care

Before my wife Caitilin and I officially adopted our three daughters in December, they spent 1,423 days in foster care. Our lives changed in so many w...

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4 Reasons Money Cannot be THE Factor in Adopting

Poland   Sibling Adoption, Family Adoption Stories, Christian, Adoption Funding, Grants, Finances

Statistically, one of the main deterrents to adoption is money. Understandably so. Amy and I always knew it was expensive, but when you really ge...

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