Adopting a child comes with a high initial cost. That can put some prospective adoptive parents off which is a shame for them and children in need of a good home. All may not be lost, however, if a parent or couple cannot afford the initial adoption costs themselves....
There’s no question about it: Adoption is a beautiful, life-changing experience – but it is not without its challenges. When you’re thinking about adopting, it’s very important to walk into the situation with a clear understanding of your expectations, your hopes –...
Many adoptions in Michigan happen when a married couple decides to start or expand their family through adoption. They’re going through the process as a couple. In fact, those who are married are required to work together if they’re going to adopt. One person cannot...
Not all adoptions involve journeys down the same path. Understanding the differences between temporary and permanent placement in adoption cases can help birth parents and prospective adoptive parents to make informed choices about their rights and options. It’s...
Part of the process of going through an adoption involves going to court. First, you have to create an adoption petition that will then be filed. The court will set up a finalization hearing, and anyone who has an interest will be involved and allowed to present their...
Searching for your birth mother can be a deeply emotional and complex journey, especially in a state like Michigan where specific laws govern adoption records and searches. Michigan has laws that balance the privacy of birth parents with the rights of adoptees to...
When facing an unplanned pregnancy, young women and sometimes their co-parents consider placing the child with a loving family. Making this decision is more than just challenging – it can be heart-wrenching. You want to make the right decision for yourself and the...
Placing a baby for adoption isn’t a decision that any birth parent takes lightly. This decision is usually made with the best interests of the baby in mind. While it’s true that the birth parents may have time to prepare for placing the baby with the adoptive parents,...
Adopting a child is not an overnight decision. You should be mentally and emotionally prepared for the journey ahead if you decide to welcome a new family member through adoption. This will help to ensure a smoother transition for both you and the child. First, you’ll...
If you’re ready to be a parent, but marriage isn’t in the foreseeable future for you, you may be considering adopting a child. While that didn’t used to be a possibility, it’s becoming increasingly common. In fact, some children do better in single-parent homes....