Every year, the second Sunday of May is dedicated to mothers. At ACFB, we celebrate all mothers on this day, from birth mothers to adoptive mothers to mother-figures. For some birth parents, Mother’s Day can be very difficult. They may be reminded of the pain of having a child that they are not parenting. While… Continue reading What is Birth Mother’s Day?

In Illinois, April has been declared Safe Haven Awareness Month with the goal of informing residents of the Safe Haven option for their newborn child. The Safe Haven law, also known as the Abandoned Newborn Infant Protection Act, enacted in 2001 in Illinois, is designed to provide struggling parents with a safe, legal alternative to… Continue reading Safe Haven Awareness Month

Adoption is a courageous and responsible choice. That said, it can be one of the most difficult decisions a parent ever makes. Expectant parents have so much love for their child, but often are struggling with an emotional or financial crisis that may impact their ability to provide for their child. Expectant parents understand their… Continue reading 6 Questions to Ask Yourself When Considering Placing Your Child for Adoption

So, you’ve decided to grow your family through adoption! You’ve taken time to consider all of your options and you feel strongly that adoption is the right path for you. The next step is deciding who you will work with. This can be much easier said than done. There are many different routes for private… Continue reading How to Select an Adoption Agency as Adoptive Parents

Congratulations! You’ve completed the home study process and are officially approved to be an adoptive family. Now comes the next daunting task of creating your adoption profile. While building a profile is exciting, it can also feel overwhelming because it’s the first thing an expectant parent will see when they are looking for a family… Continue reading 5 Things to Know When Making Your Adoption Profile