What is a domestic "word-of-mouth" adoption? Folks in the adoption world use that phrase to describe an adoption plan that does not engage an adoption agency. While there are many benefits of working with an agency to develop an adoption plan, for …
How to Start the Adoption Process
A wise man once said that, "Better is the end of a thing than its beginning, and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit." For the process of adoption, this applies 100% of the time, all the time. Simply the amount of paperwork …
Joy Villa – Choose Life Over Abortion
When Joy Villa was given the opportunity to choose life, she did. And she chose to place her child for adoption. Villa explained that she has a message: Consider adoption. Consider life. Consider carrying your baby to term, and placing your unborn …
Letter of Reference for Adoption Home Study
Has anyone ever asked you to write an letter of reference for an adoption home study? If so, you are probably wondering, "How do I do that?" and "What is an adoption home study?" Let's cut right to the chase. If you want a template for writing …
A Robust History of Orphan Care
Did you know that the Christian Church has a robust history of orphan care? And adoption is a big piece of that picture. “When we first meet the mention of the adoption and bringing up of foundlings, this work appears not as a novelty, but as one …
Montgomery Couple Hosts Adoption Fundraiser – It’s Yard Sale Time!
The costs of adoption can sometimes seem overwhelming. But that's not stopping Jason and Tracy Goodwin from pursuing their dreams of parenting through adoption. "We want to be parents and God has put adoption on our hearts," said Tracy. "We love …
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Sometimes Blessings Fall From the Sky!
Congratulations to our newest adoptive family. Sometimes blessings fall from the sky! …
Another joyous adoption!
We are so happy for this sweet family that became official today! A huge thanks to Lowndes County Probate Judge, Judge Huelett, for making this happen. ____ …
How do I prepare my kids for an adoption?
Here at the Adoption Law Firm, we hear a lot of concern about introducing an adopted child to their new siblings. Here are the practices we have found most helpful: 1. Involve them in the process as early as possible. While it may not be a …
