This is the second post in a series called Famous Adoptees where we introduce three famous figures who were all adopted. These people have made a mark on society, while embracing the joys and handling the obstacles other adoptee’s might face in their day to day life. Whether they are entertainers, athletes, fashion designers, historical [...]
While the only way to know with certainty whether or not you are pregnant is by taking a pregnancy test, many women experience a similar set of physical changes in the first weeks after becoming pregnant. 6 Symptoms Of Early Pregnancy Read through this list of early pregnancy signs; if you're experiencing many of the [...]
Almost everyone who goes through the adoption process will come into contact with a social worker. At Adoptions from the Heart, these agency professionals play an integral role in the psychological and emotional journey of building beautiful families. Making sure family-formation is overseen by professionals is an important part of modernizing the adoption industry. Social [...]
Adoptions From The Heart is proud to offer Heartbeats, an Assisted Reproduction program designed to counsel families, help them determine which form of assisted reproduction is best for their future and educate on other options, like adoption, which may, in some cases, be a better fit. In this guide, we'll discover how in vitro fertilization [...]
Almost everyone involved in adoption today – adoptive parents, birth parents, adoptees, and adoption professional’s embrace that almost every aspect of adoption is different than it was in the past. The family-matching process surrounding open adoption is a relatively unique and modern concept. Expecting parents are empowered to choose which family will adopt their child [...]
We’ve all heard of Postpartum Depression, but what about Post Adoption Depression (PAD)? PAD can affect both international and domestic adoptive parents. Am I Experiencing PAD? Symptoms of PADs can be as small as feeling sad or exceptionally irritable or as serious as suicidal thoughts. Symptoms could be significant weight gain or loss and fatigue [...]
After a pregnant woman expresses her fears about parenting, we often hear the common refrain: "no one knows how to do it, but when your child is born, you'll figure it out." That's closer to the truth than not; no amount of parenting guides and newborn classes can truly prepare you for the realities of [...]
When you begin any life-altering event, such as adoption, you are faced with many fears. Your fears may be in the moment, and completely understandable, or stem from a lack of education on adoption. Admitting your fears of being an adoptive parent does not mean you are weak. It just means that you are human. [...]
If you’re beginning your adoption journey, you may have some questions on the differences between licensed adoption agencies, adoption attorneys, and out-of-state facilitators. It is very important for expecting women, as well as hopeful adoptive parents, to understand the differences and find out which will work best for your needs. Which Path To Adoption Should I Take? [...]
Do you think you may be pregnant, but aren't sure yet? We know how stressful this situation can be, and facing it head-on might feel like the hardest thing in the world. But it's very important that you find out as soon as possible. Steps Toward A Healthy Pregnancy In Pittsburgh If you are pregnant, your [...]
