Our Spring 2019 Birth Parent Scholarship winner, Hannah Myers is taking her talents to West Coast University. Hannah is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with the hopes of working as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) receives numerous essays from birth parents who want to pursue a degree in [...]
When springtime rolls around, our Allentown adoption professionals love taking our families out to enjoy the great weather with the variety of fun outdoor activities in the Lehigh Valley. For years, we've been coming to the Allentown Rose Gardens to take in the beautiful sights and smells of this magical place. If you're looking for [...]
There's nothing like fall in Chesapeake, when the air gets a crisp bite and the leaves start to change into their brilliant colors. Our Virginia adoption agents love taking our families out to enjoy the variety of fall activities offered throughout the city. Here are some of our favorites: Greenbrier Farms Nursery This is one [...]
History buffs and train enthusiasts in the Delaware area should all make sure to check out the Wilmington and Western Railroad at some point. This historic railroad runs for just over 10 miles. Originally in operation between 1872-1877, the railroad shut down for nearly 90 years before reopening in 1966. You can still take a [...]
Philadelphia is known as a city of pioneers, with the very foundations of American democracy being laid here. As one of America's oldest cities, Philadelphia is perhaps best known for its various historical sites. Perhaps then it should come as no surprise that Philadelphia is also home to one of the country's first major department [...]
While Connecticut may be a beautiful state year-round, we think it reaches the height of its natural beauty during the fall. Our Glastonbury adoption professionals love taking part in a variety of fall activities throughout the state during September and October. We think these outdoor festive activities are a perfect way to spend a fall [...]
A helpful guide for parents who transracially adopted black children Parents have a responsibility to bring elements of culture into the home and in daily activities (food, games, holidays, entertainment, etc.). For those who adopt children transracially it is important to incorporate their culture into your family in more ways than one. February is [...]
Pittsburgh is having a moment right now as a thriving city on the rise. A city once known for its industry and blue-collar culture, the city has undergone a cultural renaissance, with a huge range of new businesses opening while at the same time maintaining the city's blue-collar spirit. If you're looking for the most [...]
Adoptions From The Heart is excited to announce its February partnership with Edible Arrangements in select Southeastern PA locations and Wilmington, DE. During the month of February, Adoptions From The Heart supporters will be able choose from three delectable chocolate-covered fruit boxes for their loved ones. The boxes range from $19.99-$29.99 and feature some of [...]
Amanda, BS/WGST and the women of the Delaware Birth Parent Support Group: Clockwise: Amanda, Ayanna, Kristen, Se'Ayra & Brittany In the beginning of January 2019 the AFTH TV crew traveled down to our Delaware office for filming of the upcoming special "The Unheard Voices of Birth Mothers." Each month the Delaware office hosts [...]
