833Letting go of a biological child for adoption is often a difficult, heartbreaking decision. However, birth parents can often find solace in the fact that they have weighed all of their options and... read more
2718I’ve been the Creative Director of Adopted.com for over 8 years and during that time I have read and felt close to hundreds of reunions stories. I’ve seen the magic of reunion happen over and over... read more
999As we step into the holiday season, we all yearn for a little warmth and laughter, for some real connection, for a glimpse of that childlike wonder we left behind. And most of all, we long to be surrounded... read more
1020You may not know, but the adoption and child welfare industry in the US was valued at $20.2 billion in 2023—making it the 416th largest industry in the US. Historically, cultural and societal norms... read more
419Deciding how to tell your child they’re adopted can feel overwhelming, but a simple, honest, and loving conversation is the best approach. Make sure your child’s other caregivers are on the same page... read more
953Meeting a biological parent for the first time can make you feel excited, terrified, and vulnerable, all at the same time. If you’re a parent reuniting with your biological child, you may also have conflicting... read more
917Regardless of the circumstances, the events that occur around adoption are monumental to the adopted child. It could be a joyous moment where the adoptee forges new family bonds or a traumatic moment... read more
2450Suspecting you’re not biologically related to your family can be life-altering. Maybe you found medical information or legal paperwork that raised questions. Perhaps a stranger contacted you, claiming... read more
336The following is a short essay by Tracy Lyon detailing her experience with adoption and her inspiration for To Absent Family—a service providing Bereavement Boards for people who have lost family members. The... read more
574When embarking on the difficult and emotional journey of searching for their birth family, many adoptees have understandable doubts, fears and concerns. The most consuming of these usually revolve around... read more
