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A 5-Step Guide to Accessing Prenatal Care

Parker Herring April 10, 2024

Prenatal care is crucial for both expecting mothers and the health of their unborn babies. If financial concerns are looming, rest assured that avenues exist to provide support. Here's a…

Covering the Cost of Adoption – The Adoption Tax Credit

Parker Herring February 28, 2024

Adopting parents can be reimbursed as much as $15,950 from the federal government to cover adoption expenses by using the Adoption Tax Credit.

Shining a Light on Adoption: Celebrating Adoption Awareness Month

Staff November 7, 2023

November is a special month that shines a spotlight on a journey that forever changes lives – adoption. It's a time when communities, adoption agencies, and families come together to…

Top Adoption Myths, Busted

Parker Herring April 20, 2022

The most common concerns I hear from birth mothers regarding adoption are concerns about the child feeling abandonment or resentment toward their birth mother.

Six Questions About Placing a Child for Adoption During the Coronavirus

Parker Herring April 28, 2020

Q. Will I be all alone at the hospital? This and five other top questions answered for women considering adoption for their child.

Recognizing the Signs of Stress and Anxiety in Children

Parker Herring March 30, 2020

As we are adjusting to stay-at-home orders and social distancing, anxieties can arise. This is entirely normal and natural. Children may also experience these feelings.

Talking to Your Children About COVID-19

Parker Herring March 28, 2020

NCTSN suggests opening an ongoing dialogue with your child and he CDC offers Six General Principles for Talking to Children.

Why Adoption Wait Times Are Longer For Some Families

Parker Herring January 21, 2020

I am always asked is, “how long will it take to adopt?” The answer is always, “it depends.” Learn the seven common factors affecting adoption wait times.

BACK TO SCHOOL FOR ADOPTED CHILDREN

Parker Herring August 25, 2019

Just starting school or returning from summer break can be difficult. For many children who are adopted this can be compounded with an awkwardness about family relationships. Here are some…

Reducing the Out-Of-Pocket Cost of Adoption

Parker Herring December 3, 2018

By taking advantage of the federal adoption tax credit, US Military benefits and employer advantages, thousands of American families are eligible and receive financial benefits each year for the cost…

Mommy You’re Peach and I’m Brown

Parker Herring November 26, 2018

One of our own adoptive parents recently shared with RaleighMomsBlog her experiences of having a family and how she has empowered her 5-yr-old daughter with the skills to be strong,…

Opioid Addiction and Adoption – What Waiting Parents Need to Know

Parker Herring August 21, 2018

Fortunately, the effects of opioid addiction withdrawal pass within a matter of weeks and the babies seldom need long-term medication.

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THE ADOPTION BLOG

"Education" Adoption Tips

A 5-Step Guide to Accessing Prenatal Care

Covering the Cost of Adoption – The Adoption Tax Credit

Shining a Light on Adoption: Celebrating Adoption Awareness Month

Top Adoption Myths, Busted

Six Questions About Placing a Child for Adoption During the Coronavirus

Recognizing the Signs of Stress and Anxiety in Children

Talking to Your Children About COVID-19

Why Adoption Wait Times Are Longer For Some Families

BACK TO SCHOOL FOR ADOPTED CHILDREN

Reducing the Out-Of-Pocket Cost of Adoption

Mommy You’re Peach and I’m Brown

Opioid Addiction and Adoption – What Waiting Parents Need to Know

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