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What Is the Adoption Triad? Adoption is unlike any family-building journey; it is heartbreak, trauma, fear, love, and hope to name a few, with each emotion felt differently by each participant. Some dreams are realized, and some nights get longer. It is beautiful and...
The phone rings frequently, and is a pregnant woman, and the first question we hear is, "Where do I start?" Access to adoption information about "giving up" a baby through private adoption is increasing daily. Yet, there seem to be more questions than ever before. It...
Can Same-Sex Couples Adopt In Florida? Yes, same-sex couples can adopt in Florida. The state does not discriminate against adoption based on sexual orientation or gender identity. However, the adoption process can be complex and may require the assistance of an...
As adoption professionals, we do not use the terms "give baby up" or "put baby up" for adoption. We believe they do not correctly represent the courage and love of a birth mother. However, because these are commonly used terms when researching adoption, we use them to...
Should I Say Yes To Open Adoption? When navigating the potential decision to have an open adoption, many prospective adoptive parents think it will be some version of co-parenting. It is very common and normal to worry about whether a birth parent might return to...
Adoption scams are not all that common, but they are a reality and adoptive parents should be aware of them. Learn how you can protect yourself and avoid falling victim to one of these scams. Private adoption is a wonderful way for people to grow their families. Many...
Termination of Parental Rights: Voluntary vs Involuntary There are stark differences between voluntary and involuntary termination of parental rights. As a parent, you have certain parental rights. You can raise your child how you want, as long as it is within the...
What is a Post-Adoption Contact Agreement? A post-adoption contact agreement (sometimes referred to as an open adoption contract) is a voluntary contract between the adoptive parents and birth parents that outlines contact between them once the adoption is finalized....
...NO MATTER WHAT THEY SAY! Sadly, many people in the world today still believe that choosing adoption is an easy choice for birth parents. The amount of thought and emotional torment that likely has gone into the decision is often ignored. The “forever” commitment...
At Tammi Driver Law, we know that making the decision to adopt is a huge decision. There is so much more than knowing how you will handle having a new baby in your home. It is important that you are prepared for what you may face during the adoption process. Knowing...