April 21-27 is National Infertility Awareness Week. This week is all about making people aware of infertility, supporting those who have experienced it and educating others about the topic. This year, AFTH wants to take time to highlight a story of infertility within the adoption community and how open adoption ended up playing a part in the family’s story.
My mom has always been incredibly open with me about adoption. When I really stop and think about it, I have quite a few family members who were adopted.
The connections AFTH has made go beyond just people the agency has hired or parents it has helped. There is actually a large amount of overlap between these groups. Many people who collaborate with AFTH frequently are parts of the adoption triad. One prime example is Mary Kiker, a birth mom who placed her daughter through AFTH and frequently works with the agency on different events and classes.
AFTH’s latest Heart-to-Heart event took place on Feb. 22. The virtual event was hosted by AFTH’s own Amanda Aliberti. The purpose of the Heart-to-Heart webinar was to spotlight different transracial voices of adoption. Three birth parents and one adoptee spoke about their experiences with transracial adoption, going over the highs and lows of the process. The panel included birth moms Se’Ayra and Sharmaine, birth father Samai and adoptee Christian.
Navigating transracial adoption can be challenging. Some may simply not know where to start, how to become informed or even what there is to know. Whether you are considering transracial adoption, have experience with it or simply want to learn more, there are plenty of educational resources available.
Adoption is a complex subject. There are many areas of adoption some people just do not know how to navigate. One of these areas is transracial adoption, which involves a family adopting a child of a different race. Many are either unfamiliar with the realities of transracial adoption or why it is important to discuss. [...]
It is well known that adoption can be an intense and even life-changing process for birth mothers. Much of the process seems to center around the birth mother by making sure she is supported and given the best possible treatment while choosing a family for her baby. Because of this, it is sometimes easy to [...]
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. For many, it's a time filled with cherished traditions, delicious meals, and the warmth of family gatherings. However, for individuals connected to the adoption triad—the adoptee, birth parents, and adoptive parents—the holiday season can be a complex and emotionally challenging time. [...]
Christian 's adoption has been a journey of discovery, acceptance, and healing that has shaped his identity in profound ways. Five years into the reunion with his birth family, he has experienced highs and lows, finding joy and a sense of belonging in this intricate web of relationships. The acceptance of his feelings surrounding his [...]
Today is Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, and Maxine Chalker, Founder and President of Adoptions From The Heart tells us about her journey as an adoptee entrepreneur. The Adoption Journey to Entrepreneurship Maxine's journey from adoption to entrepreneurship is truly inspiring. As an adoptee, her adoption experience played a pivotal role in shaping her path. It fueled her [...]
