by Emma Vex | Feb 17, 2014 | Adoptions, Birthmothers, Domestic Adoptions, International Adoptions, Uncategorized
With the actions and allegations surrounding CHIFF, the Children in Families First Act, we wanted to clarify what actually constitutes an orphan and a child with convention adoptee status. An adoptive child from another country requires a visa to come to the United...
by Emma Vex | Jan 20, 2014 | Adoptions, Birthmothers, Domestic Adoptions, Uncategorized
We’ve always believed in the Sanctity of Human Life. This year we learned about Sanctity of Human Life in an unexpected way. During our Celebration of Adoption Debbie told the story of a very sick newborn girl whose adoption had fallen through because of her...
by Emma Vex | Nov 20, 2013 | Adoptions
Many (if not all) adoptive families have experienced the damaging effects of stereotypes and labels applied to adopted children. From headlines like “Adopted child steals car” to references in parent-teacher meetings about a child’s adoption affecting school work,...
by Emma Vex | Aug 20, 2013 | Adoptions, Birthmothers, International Adoptions
When you finally get brave enough to tell your friends and family you’re considering adopting, you’ll likely be met with a variety of questions and some well-meaning words of caution. Check out these Myths and Facts about the reality of adopting so you’ll be ready to...
