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Greg and Jason have always dreamed of becoming fathers. They met 13 years ago and knew they wanted to build a family together. Their life together is best summed by: laughter, love and joy. They desire nothing more than to share their lives with a child through adoption. For more information about Greg and Jason, […]

Anna and Margaret have been together for 15 years. They have chosen adoption after experiencing infertility. Their desire to parent is strong and they would love nothing more than to grow their family through adoption. For more information about Anna and Margaret, please contact Better Living Adoption Services, Inc. by calling us at 908-654-0277 or […]

  Laetitia has been trying to expand her family for the past 7 years. After her last relationship fell through, she decided to pursue adoption as a single mom with her daughter, Amelia. Laetitia promises to do her best to be a wonderful parent; to give all her love and cherish the child a birth […]

Transracial adoption poses unique challenges both for children adopted by parents of a different race, and for the parents themselves. Experts and families discuss how to provide for children who enter into new and different racial environments. Video Link 

Media psychologists warn of the risks  of parents disclosing too much information  about their children on social media While most posts are probably harmless, psychologists point out, others have the potential for harm. Posting personal details could put a child at risk of identity theft or make it possible such information could wind up in […]

Maintaining contact with the birth family has become the preferred method of adopting a child. Learn the basics of open adoption and how to make it work for you. When you’re adopting, probably the last thing you want to do is share that little bundle of joy you’re bringing home. But open adoption—in which you maintain […]

Gay and lesbian couples have been expanding their families through adoption for a long time, and as legislation has changed over the years, more options have become available. While every gay couple’s adoption process is unique, there are some standard procedures and steps every adoptive parent must go through, and facts and resources that can […]

Shanna and David have been together for 7 years. They have a large family and many friends. Shanna loves to sing and David is an expert on DC and Marvel comics and history. They have tried for many years to grow their family and are seeking adoption to help them fulfill their dream of a […]

  This factsheet for families summarizes the importance of obtaining as much thorough and accurate medical, genetic, and social history information about prospective adopted children. This factsheet also addresses the questions prospective adoptive parents should ask their adoption agency, reasons some information may not be available, and where to find more information. Table of Contents […]

UPDATE: Anthony and Ralphy’s family grew by two feet in July, 2019 after they were matched with a birth family who placed a baby girl with them. Anthony and Ralphy have known each other since 2011. They married in 2014 and have always wanted to grow a family through adoption. They each come from very […]