[Pt 2] Why we decided to adopt & our biggest mistake (and the 10 most common questions we get)

Back with part 2! And the 10 most common questions we get about adoption.

🔍 A few AI generated Key Highlights:

Our Adoption Journey: Hear why we chose to adopt, the challenges we faced, and our biggest mistake – not fully understanding the difference between adoption and placement agencies.
Adoption vs. Placement Agencies: Learn from our experience about the crucial differences between these two and why it matters in your adoption process.
Costs and Legal Aspects: We delve into the financial and legal sides of adoption, providing real numbers and insights to help you prepare.
Handling Social Worker Responsibilities: Discover the unexpected role Linda had to play in our first adoption and why having a social worker is vital.
Emotional Preparation and Faith: We discuss the importance of prayer, trust in God, and emotional readiness for the adoption process.
Adoption Agency Selection: Insights into choosing the right agency and how to make your profile stand out to potential birth mothers.
Open vs. Closed Adoptions: Learn from our experiences of having two different types of adoptions and how they impacted us.

Common Questions Answered:

Eligibility Requirements: What you need to know about being eligible for adoption.
Legal and Custody Issues: Our experience and advice on handling legalities.
Can Birth Mothers Change Their Minds?: Understanding the legalities and emotional aspects.
Adoption Process Duration: Insights into timelines and preparing yourself.
Adoption Costs: Real numbers and tips for financial planning.
Adopting with Biological Children: What you need to consider.
Role of Birth Parents: How birth parents are involved in the process.
Preparing Emotionally: The importance of prayer and an open heart.
Matching Process: How agencies match children with families.
Starting the Adoption Process: Practical first steps to take.

Resources Mentioned:

Adoption Agencies: American Adoptions (https://www.americanadoptions.com/) and Angel Adoptions (https://www.angeladoptioninc.com/)
Financial Aid: MediShare (and government programs) - https://seedtime.com/medishare
Scriptural Reference: James 1:27 (on caring for orphans)

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

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