There are many perks to city life, but most people may see the lack of nature as one of the drawbacks. However, Wilmington, DE is fortunate enough to have one of the largest and most impressive nature and wildlife refuges in the country. Situated on 212 acres along the Wilmington Waterfront, the Russell W. Peterson [...]
The Grant (Wynnewood, PA) - Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) is pleased to announce it has received $250 from The Koening Family Charitable Fund of The Philadelphia Foundation, following a recommendation by Steven and Teresa Koenig. These funds will support Adoptions From The Heart’s Expectant and Birth Parent Support Fund. The Expectant and Birth Parent [...]
A new year is here - and maybe you are finally ready to make good on the goals you have set out to achieve in the past. If adopting a child is one of those goals, then there’s no better time to start the adoption process than right NOW. When choosing to adopt, there [...]
From infertility to creating their forever family When Jennifer and Robert got married, they knew right away that they wanted to start a family. However, they quickly learned that conceiving a child would not be an option for them. After struggling with infertility – Jennifer and Rob decided it was time to begin considering other [...]
Photo Credit to https://writix.co.uk Blogs have become a great resource for those looking for guidance. Adoption stories are different for every family – and one can learn a lot from bloggers who have decided to share their adoption journeys Take a look at some of our favorite adoption blogs of 2017: My Real Kid: life [...]
"I can never thank you enough for the Christmas gift, you gave me and my girls!” - Kristen, AFTH birth mother As Andy Williams so gleefully puts it, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” With the sweet scent of peppermint in the air, pre-lit reindeers glimmering on nearly every lawn, and re-runs of [...]
AFTH Celebrates the holidays It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and AFTH staff is in the holiday spirit! Last week, we hosted our annual holiday party at Manayunk Brewing Company. The staff came together to reflect on the past year, and to share what everyone is looking forward to in the year ahead. [...]
In a previous post, I explained the merits of gathering an “adoption team” of trusted and dependable professionals who can help guide you through the steps and ensure a smooth process. One of these professionals should be an experienced adoption attorney, because unnecessary legal hurdles should never come between you and growing your family. [...]
Download PDF Articles Include: Prenatal Effects of Drugs & Alcohol Exposure Share Your Heart Benefit Concert Surviving the Wait During the Holidays Joys of Open Adoption: One Year Later Fall Festival Recaps Tis the Season of Giving AFTH Calendars are now on sale! I'm Not Her Only Mother No SSN for Child - What to Do [...]
At AFTH we like to highlight those who have expanded their family though adoption. Particularly, during National Adoption Month when we have the opportunity to celebrate the beauty of adoption all month long. Recently, we spoke with Jen and Eric who adopted a baby boy through AFTH 2 years ago. The couple opened up about [...]
