Parents Archives - Heart of Adoptions

adoptive parents holding their baby's feet

Aug 21, 2025

Florida Adoption: Communicating Effectively with Birth Parents

You’ve decided to grow your family through adoption, but the process isn’t just about paperwork and waiting periods. Imagine this: you’re sitting across from the...Read More Florida Adoption: Communicating Effectively with Birth Parents

Jul 21, 2025

How to Begin the Adoption Process as an Expecting Mother

Giving up a child for adoption is one of the most important decisions a mother can make. Sadly, expecting Floridian mothers are faced with a...Read More How to Begin the Adoption Process as an Expecting Mother

Jun 15, 2025

Happy Father’s Day

Celebrating the Strength and Love of Fathers This Father’s Day Father’s Day is a time to honor the compassion, guidance, and strength that fathers bring...Read More Happy Father’s Day

mom tossing baby in air on the beach during sunset

May 28, 2025

Surrogacy vs. Adoption: Understanding the Key Differences

Surrogacy can cost anywhere from $100,000 to $200,000, while adoption typically ranges from $40,000 to $80,000, according to Quinn Law Centers. Surrogacy vs adoption isn’t a choice to...Read More Surrogacy vs. Adoption: Understanding the Key Differences

May 03, 2025

The Complicated Heart of Birth Mother’s Day

Every year, the Saturday before Mother’s Day quietly passes by for most people. But for a specific group, it’s marked with deep reflection, pain, love,...Read More The Complicated Heart of Birth Mother’s Day

Apr 21, 2025

How to Assess Your Unplanned Pregnancy Choices

In 2023 alone, there were over 3,595,000 births in the United States, according to March of Dimes. Are you facing an unexpected pregnancy? You’re not alone. Many...Read More How to Assess Your Unplanned Pregnancy Choices

Feb 28, 2025

Explore Pregnancy Choices: Deciding What’s Best for Your Needs

Nearly half of all pregnancies worldwide are unintended, according to WHO. That’s millions of women every year. Some felt a wave of shock, others frozen in uncertainty,...Read More Explore Pregnancy Choices: Deciding What’s Best for Your Needs

Feb 12, 2025

Secondary Trauma in Adoption

Secondary trauma in the context of adoption refers to the emotional, psychological, and physical distress experienced by those who are indirectly exposed to the trauma...Read More Secondary Trauma in Adoption

Jan 28, 2025

History of Positive Adoption Language

Adoption language has evolved significantly over the years, reflecting changing societal attitudes toward adoption and the individuals involved. Initially, language surrounding adoption often stigmatized the...Read More History of Positive Adoption Language