Can a Birth Father Get Updates on His Child?
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Heather Featherston
1w ago
Lifetime encourages birth fathers to get involved in their child’s adoption from the start. You can be a part of the planning process, even if you’re not in a relationship with your baby’s mother anymore.   You could help her pick an adoptive couple for your baby, narrow down your top choices of potential parents, and then interview them on the phone. As a birth father, you have rights and options in open adoption, too. One of these options is deciding how much you’d like to stay in contact with your child and the adoptive family after the adoption takes place.   Get Info Now   ..read more
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5 Fun Facts About Minnesota Adoptive Family Scott and Wittne
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Heidi Keefer
3w ago
I recently had the opportunity to chat with Scott and Wittne, hopeful adoptive parents who live in Minnesota. When you’re thinking about adoption for your child, you’re able to talk to hopeful adoptive parents before making your decision. By chatting with them and asking them questions, you can get the full picture of the adoptive couple as potential parents to your baby.   I asked Scott and Wittne some fun questions that you won’t find in their adoption profile, and I learned that they are a faith-filled, fun-loving, active couple. Adoption is near and dear to Scott and Wittne’s hearts b ..read more
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What You Need to Know: Substance Abuse in Pregnant Women
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P.
3w ago
When you begin the adoption process, your adoption professional will ask you several questions to determine your adoption preferences. Lifetime Adoption understands that your main concern is the health of your future child.  The expectant mothers that we serve are typically already facing personal challenges when they discover that they’re pregnant. And sometimes, their challenges include substance use or addiction. In addition, we occasionally help pregnant women who are struggling with substance use issues. This tends to make some hopeful adoptive parents anxious. We understand that you ..read more
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Is It Too Late for Adoption? [Video]
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Heather Featherston
3w ago
Question: “My baby just turned 1, and while it’s hard to imagine adopting her out after a year of loving and caring for her, it’s also hard to think of what could happen if I don’t choose adoption now. I can’t hold a job because the best jobs require hours beyond usual daycare hours. If I can’t pay my bills, I can’t take care of her. Is it too late for adoption?” Answer: It’s never too late to make an adoption plan for your child. Lifetime has helped many women who tried parenting before turning to adoption. You can oversee the entire adoption planning process, and that includes deciding when ..read more
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Realities of Adopting an Older Child
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P.
3w ago
Are you hoping to adopt a child? If so, reading about the realities of adopting an older child in this article might help. In the adoption world, you may hear the terms “older child adoption” and “non-newborn adoption” both used. Today, Lifetime is going to guide you through this type of domestic adoption, providing useful information about adopting an older child to help you determine if it’s right for your family! Just as with newborn adoption, adopting an older child comes with both blessings and challenges. Every child has a past and may need help adjusting to his or her new family. With a ..read more
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What Do I Need to Know About the Adoption Home Study?
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Heather Featherston
3w ago
One of the most common topics of worry or question among hopeful adoptive parents is about the home study…“What is a home study?” “How deep will they dig into our lives?” “Do we have to organize every closet and dust every corner?” and “Is there any reason we wouldn’t be approved?” are just a few of the frequently-asked questions about adoption home studies. The adoption home study process exists to assess your ability to be parents. The home study provider is a social worker who is there to help get you ready for adoptive parenting, and to equip you for success. Keep reading to discover what ..read more
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“Why Should I Choose a Lifetime Adoptive Family?”
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Mardie Caldwell Certified Open Adoption Practitioner
3w ago
If you’re thinking about adoption for your baby, it’s probably because you want to give him or her the best life possible. In addition, you might be wondering, “How will I find the perfect family for my baby?” or even “Why should I choose a Lifetime adoptive family?” We understand that searching for adoptive parents who match the vision you have for your child’s life can feel overwhelming.   Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Lifetime Adoptive Family Today, we’re sharing 11 reasons why it’s beneficial to consider a Lifetime adoptive family for your baby! 1. Lifetime has families open to an op ..read more
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Adoption Home Study Tips
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Heidi Keefer
1M ago
For many hopeful adoptive parents, home studies are the most nerve-wracking and time-consuming part of the adoption process. They wonder, “Will our home be acceptable? What will they think about our approach to parenting? What about my past?” Join Lifetime as we debunk common adoption home study myths, share what to expect, how to prepare, and more! What is a home study? It’s an evaluation of a prospective adoptive family that’s completed by a licensed social worker. To adopt, having an approved home study is required by state and federal regulations. We recommend using the time spent on your ..read more
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How to Encourage Successful Open Adoption Stories
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P.
1M ago
When most people think of adoption, they imagine adoptions of the past when closed adoption was the norm. Society’s views on adoption have evolved over the years, and now most private or independent adoptions are often successful open adoption stories. In fact, only 5% of infant adoptions are closed, according to a 2012 survey of 100 private adoption agencies. What this means for you is that more than likely, you will have an open adoption with your child’s birth mother.  There are varying degrees of contact in an open adoption arrangement, from emails sent through an adoption professiona ..read more
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My Infertility Story by Mardie Caldwell
Lifetime Adoption, Inc. Blog
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P.
1M ago
My infertility story was even more tragic because of my childhood. As the eldest of five children, I grew up with three brothers and one sister. Starting when I was young, I loved to help my mom out in caring for them. Watching children felt natural to me, and I knew that when I grew up, I wanted to be a mom. I enjoyed collecting baby clothes and blankets, and kept them stored away for the child I would have one day. The man I fell in love with, Bill, also wanted to have children. He specifically wanted to have a son he could teach how to throw a ball, ride a bike, and fish. From our earliest ..read more
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