Articles Index
2009 - A Year in Review
It's fun to look back on the year in review, because it was another very busy year for adoption and foster care news and events. Lets take a moment to look back on 2009, a year in review.
How to Complete an Ethiopian Adoption
Information regarding who can complete an Ethiopian adoption.
2011 A Year in Review
2011, brought us to the year anniversary of the Haiti earthquake and Oprah revealing a big secret about her family. Looking back on a year in review, 2011.
12 Days of Christmas Preparations for Foster and Adoptive Parents
A parody of "The 12 Days of Christmas" for foster and adoptive parents, focusing on preparing for Christmas. Things we need to do in 12 days to get ready for Christmas and the stresses that go along with "the happiest time of the year." Read my version of "The 12 Days of Christmas" for foster and adoptive parents.
Establishing Yourself as a Parent
When adopting an older child, establishing yourself as a parent can be a daunting task, especially if you are a first time parent or a younger person. Here are some tips to help.
Completing an Adoption from China
A quick walk through on China Adoptions. China's adoption requirements are laid out as well as information on needed paperwork.
Foster Care Record Keeping with Printable Worksheets
How to create a handy binder to maintain all of your foster care records.
How to Work With Adoption Search Angels
How to get started searching with an Adoption Search Angel. What to expect and not expect from Adoption Search Angels. Check to see if there is a free adoption search angel available in your area of search.
2006 - A Year in Review
2006 was another very busy year for adoption and foster care news and events, from Brad Pitt becoming an instant daddy of 3 to Madonna's celebrity adoption controversy there was a lot happening and lots to debate.
2005 - A Year in Review
2005 was a very busy year for adoption and foster care news and events, from "Who's Your Daddy?" to Hurricane Katrina orphans there were lots happening and lots to debate.
Adopting a Child from Haiti
Learn the basic steps and guidelines needed when considering adopting a child from Haiti. Many became interested in adopting a child from Haiti after the January 2010 earthquake.
2010 Year in Review
It's fun to look back on the year in review, because it was another very busy year for adoption and foster care news and events. Lets take a moment to look back on 2010, a year in review.
Create an Adoption Announcement for an Older Child Adoption
Adoption announcements for older child adoptions are very difficult to find. Here are the instructions on how to make an adoption announcement that would work great for an older child adoption.
Create an Adoption Announcement for an International Adoption
Adoption announcements for international adoptions are difficult to find. Here is an easy to make adoption announcement perfect for international adoptions.
Create a Simple Square Adoption Announcement
A cute and easy to make an adoption announcement. This adoption announcement would work for an older child or internationally adopted child.
Russian Adoption
A quick walk through on adopting from Russia. Russian adoption requirements are laid out as well as information on needed paperwork.
Caring for Your African American or Biracial Child's Hair
Learn how to care for African American hair. Simple black hair care tips and steps to caring for African American hair.
Fun Things to Do With Children's Adoption Books
Reading adoption books can become more fun with activities and recipes that go along with the story. Add more fun to your reading time with these crafts and recipes. Adoption books, crafts, and food can help a child learn about his/her culture.
All About Adoption Search
The basics of adoption search in one place. From DNA testing to adoption search angels, there is more than one way to accomplish an adoption search.
Super Easy Adoption Announcement
Step-by-step directions on how to create a super easy adoption announcement. This adoption announcement should also be super easy on your budget.
Unwed Fathers: Preventing Your Infant from Being Adopted Without Your Consent
Information on fathers rights to either prevent an adoption in order to parent a child, or be a part of the adoption process. The rights of fathers are often neglected, here are some practical steps to take in order to protect fathers rights.
2008 - A Year in Review
2008 was another very busy year for adoption and foster care news and events, from Madonna's celebrity adoption controversy to the USA ratifying the Hague Treaty. There was a lot happening and lots to debate.
Ukraine Adoption
A walk through the process of Ukraine adoptions. Learn about the waiting children, travel times, home study process, and the general requirements of a Ukraine adoption.
Young Adult Summer Reading List
A listing of foster care and adoption themed books that are geared toward the young adult audience. Great for summer reading. Many children who have survived or are currently living in a foster care or adoption situation may enjoy reading about other youth who are dealing with the same issues. Foster care or adoption themed books may be the answer to summer reading.
2007 - A Year in Review
2007 was another very busy year for adoption and foster care news and events, from Madonna's celebrity adoption controversy to the USA ratifying the Hague Treaty. There was a lot happening and lots to debate.