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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 […]

New Jersey: Use of Advertisement This issue is not addressed in the statutes reviewed. Use of Intermediaries/Facilitators Citation: Ann. Stat. §§ 9:3-38(l); 9:3-39.1(a)(4) An intermediary is any person or entity, which is not an approved agency, that acts for or between any birth parent and any prospective adoptive parent, on behalf of either in connection with the […]

  Here’s some recommended reading for an adopted child: Abby by Jeannette Caines This is the story of Abby’s interactions within her adopted family, especially with her brother Kevin who initially gives her a hard time. She is part of a warm and loving black family living in a city apartment. Adoption Is for Always by Linda […]

  Grief doesn’t discriminate by age, and infants are no exception. Yes, infants do grieve. Some people may find this surprising, but, it’s true. When infants experience traumatic loss (it doesn’t have to be a death, but any kind of loss of the familiar, safe, comfortable), the way they deal with that loss often manifests in the […]

We are so very happy for Ray and Ryan as they were blessed with not one boy but with TWO! boys; twin boys were placed with Ryan and Ray just before Christmas. Ray and Ryan each grew up among large extended families. Family is their #1 priority and this carries over into their careers as […]

Kathleen and Sean are a happily married couple who would love nothing more than to grow their family through adoption. They both come from loving families who are just as excited as Kathleen and Sean about adding a child to their family. For more information about Kathleen and Sean, contact Better Living Adoption Services by […]

What makes a successful adoption profile? It’s a question that all adoptive parents ask themselves, usually just before creating their profile but often afterwards as well. Next to word of mouth, your adoption profile is the most important marketing tool you have to connect with an expectant mother who is facing an unplanned pregnancy and […]