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As expectant parents making an adoption plan, it can often feel like you’re putting together a complicated puzzle with lots of different pieces. Each choice you make, each step you take, is a part of creating a clear picture of what you want for you and your child’s future. In this guide, our goal is… Continue reading A Guide to Preparing an Adoption Plan as Expectant Parents

Post adoption needs are vast and varied, just like adoptions! As we know, there is a wide spectrum of what adoption can look like. From open to closed, and everything in between. Because every adoption is different, the post placement supports available must also look different. Open Adoption Support Although open adoption allows for direct… Continue reading Why is Post Adoption Support Important?

Over the years, we have worked with hundreds of birth mothers. Each have their own story and experiences that led to them making an adoption plan. Many have felt isolated and alone not knowing anyone else who has placed a child for adoption. Unfortunately, many birth parents have felt pushed to keep their adoptions secret… Continue reading Birth Mother Series: Gina’s Story

You’ve made it through the waiting period, matched with an expectant parent, and the moment you’ve been waiting for is now here. The baby is about to arrive! This can be both an exciting and scary time. We’re here to guide you through it with care. Here are some important things to keep in mind… Continue reading Preparing for the Birth as a Prospective Adoptive Parent

Over the years, we have worked with hundreds of birth mothers. Each have their own story and experiences that led to them making an adoption plan. Many have felt isolated and alone not knowing anyone else who has placed a child for adoption. Unfortunately, many birth parents have felt pushed to keep their adoptions secret… Continue reading Birth Mother Series: Susie’s Story

For someone considering placing their child for adoption, preparing for the birth can feel overwhelming. Not only are you physically going through so much, but you are also nearing the time when you will be officially placing you child. At ACFB, we are here to help you navigate this challenging time. Our expectant parent advocates… Continue reading Preparing for the Delivery as a Birth Parent

Over the years, we have worked with hundreds of birth mothers. Each have their own story and experiences that led to them making an adoption plan. Many have felt isolated and alone not knowing anyone else who has placed a child for adoption. Unfortunately, many birth parents have felt pushed to keep their adoptions secret… Continue reading Birth Mother Series: Angel’s Story

Match meetings are very big step in the adoption process. For expectant parents, you’ve likely looked at many family profiles to find a family that you hope to place your child with, and now you get to meet them in person! For the prospective adoptive parents, you may have been waiting to match and now… Continue reading What to Expect at a Match Meeting