http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/international-adoption-blog.html International adoption blog has everything that's new at International Adoption Facts and Information. en-us international adoption Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:52:48 GMT Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:52:48 GMT international-adoption-facts-and-information.com http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/finding-beauty-in-a-failed-adoption.html My family met two beautiful siblings from Colombia and then pursued their adoption for a year and a half. We completed every step of the process, raised Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:52:44 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adopt_debt_free.html Adopt Debt Free - Great Ways to Pay For Your Adoption Without Going Into Debt. Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:20:06 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/birth-mother-searching.html A birth mother searching for, and possibly coming back to take back a child she has given up for adoption. Is this possible? Fri, 14 Oct 2011 01:11:03 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adopted-child-raising.html Adopted child raising is where the rubber meets the road; it's where you give up your idealized notions of parenting and accept that your child is a unique human being who won't meet all of your idealized expectations, no matter how hard you try. Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:16:30 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/older-adoptive-parents.html Older adoptive parents - those in their mid-forties or older considering building their families through adoption - are increasing in numbers daily. Sat, 30 Jul 2011 03:23:51 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/raising-an-adopted-child.html Raising an adopted child has challenges that those who become parents the old fashioned way never dream of. Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:06:27 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoption-and-attachment.html Adoption and attachment. If you're considering adoption, and especially international adoption, you may be worried about bonding with your child. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:12:36 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/hiv-positive-child.html An HIV positive child needs and deserves a loving family as much as the next child. Unfortunately, fear and prejudice have in the past kept these children languishing in orphanages for years. Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:12:47 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoptees-looking-for-birth-parents.html Adoptees looking for birth parents is not uncommon, especially as your child becomes an adult with children of his or her own. Mon, 20 Jun 2011 23:07:08 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/domestic-child-adoption.html Domestic child adoption is something many parents of internationally adopted children are pressed about at one time or other in their adoptive journey. Mon, 13 Jun 2011 16:35:25 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/haiti-international-adoption.html Haiti International Adoption is not only once again possible, but necessary in light of the devastating earthquake in 2010. Sat, 11 Jun 2011 19:08:48 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/apply-for-maternity-leave.html Apply for maternity leave. No, you're not pregnant, but you are in the process of adopting a child you are expecting, and like any woman who is planning on bringing home a little one in a few months, you'll want some time off from your job to bond with your new child. Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:53:31 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoptees-view.html Adoptees view of adoption can shape their identity, their relationship with their adoptive parents and later successes and failures in life. That's why it's so crucial to discuss adoption openly with your child when he is ready to hear about his adoption. But how do you get started? Sun, 15 May 2011 20:17:46 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoption-maternity-leave.html Adoption maternity leave gives you time to bond with your newly adopted child while you get needed rest while you both adjust to your new routine. Sun, 01 May 2011 22:55:44 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/international-adoption-new-country.html International adoption new country shock is something most children experience when they are adopted from one country into another. Not only must your newly adopted child adjust to a new home and new parents, but he may also have to learn a new language, get used to new foods and adapt to no end of new customs. Sun, 01 May 2011 04:21:22 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/cleaning-cloth-diapers.html Cleaning cloth diapers. If you're planning on adopting a baby, investing in some good quality cloth diapers can save you a ton of money in the long run and keep from adding to the landfill, a plus for the environment. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:50:18 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adopt-debt-free-affiliate-page.html Adopt Debt Free affiliate page to help you promote the ebook adopt debt free. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:38:36 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adopt-debt-free-affiliate-program.html The Adopt Debt Free affiliate program helps you earn money while helping other families pay for their adoptions without going into debt. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:37:01 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/transracial-adoption-information.html Transracial adoption information for people who plan to or are raising a child of a different race or culture. When she was very small, my Guatemalan daughter preferred her white baby doll to the darker ones I also gave her. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:16:28 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/late-discovery-adoptees.html Late discovery adoptees are people who don't learn they have been adopted until they are fully grown. While you may think you are protecting your child by waiting until he's grown to tell him he's adopted, you may cause more harm than good. Sun, 10 Apr 2011 18:32:09 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoption-fraud.html Adoption fraud is something everyone considering adoption should be aware of, whether they are pursuing a domestic or international adoption. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:24:28 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/honduras-adoptions.html Honduras adoptions - are they possible to complete without an agency? This was a question posed to me recently by a reader who feels led to adopt and is fortunate enough to have a large and supportive family in Honduras. Mon, 14 Mar 2011 02:54:54 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/raising-children-with-adhd.html Raising children with ADHD - also known as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder - is not nearly as hard as you may think, especially if you stay away from prescription medications. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 10:05:05 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/traditional-ethnic-recipes.html Traditional ethnic recipes are great to learn as you wait for the call to bring your internationally adopted child home. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:59:44 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoption-books-for-children.html Adoption books for children are a great way to explain adoption to young children and open the door for discussion about sensitive adoption issues such as birth parents, and why your child was placed for adoption. Here are some great books your child will love. Sat, 12 Feb 2011 06:13:13 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoptees-memory-book.html Adoptees memory book is a great way to explain adoption to your small child, provide opportunities for discussions and provide a keepsake your child will enjoy and treasure for years to come. Sun, 06 Feb 2011 05:47:32 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/international-adoption-trend.html International adoption trend - how is international adoption changing now that the Hague Convention is in place? There are both good and not so great results coming from the enactment of this treaty. Thu, 03 Feb 2011 01:12:22 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/overseas-travel-tips.html Overseas travel tips help make your trip home with your newly adopted child or children much smoother and easier. Sun, 30 Jan 2011 21:18:39 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/cambodia-international-adoption.html Cambodia international adoption came to an end in December, 2001, due in large part to corruption and greed, but new steps are now being taken to again allow Americans to adopt Cambodian orphans. Sat, 29 Jan 2011 22:02:26 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adoption-from-haiti.html Adoption from Haiti is a topic that has been addressed often in the past year. The devastating earthquake of January 12, 2010, opened the eyes of the world to the desperate plight of Haitians, including the countless orphans of Haiti. Sat, 22 Jan 2011 17:37:05 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/causes-of-sibling-rivalries.html Causes of sibling rivalries can vary from one family to another, but there are common mistakes we parents make than can actually increase these conflicts, making for an unhappy home for every one involved. Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:38:39 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/adopt-siblings.html Adopt siblings, and you bless not only the children you adopt, but also multiply the fun, expenses, aggravations and noise in your home. Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:49:13 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/two-adoptions-from-china.html Our family has adopted two little boys from China through the special needs program. We have used a wonderful agency, Madison Adoption Associates. Our Fri, 07 Jan 2011 02:30:37 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/treating-emotionally-disturbed-children.html Treating emotionally disturbed children is an issue no adoptive parent wants to face, but knowing what to expect and how to deal with difficult issues will better equip you should you end up parenting a child with emotional issues. Sun, 02 Jan 2011 19:04:38 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/parenting-and-autism.html Parenting and autism is not something you may be thinking about as you prepare to adopt your child internationally. Fri, 31 Dec 2010 03:51:50 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/importance-of-foreign-language-study.html Importance of foreign language study. So what are the reasons for foreign language study? The answers include a better understanding of your child's culture and a brighter future for your internationally adopted child. Mon, 20 Dec 2010 18:21:27 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/coping-with-infertility.html Coping with infertility is tough. I should know; my husband and I struggled with infertility for seven years before we adopted our first son, and then we had a frustrating, six-year wait before we were able to adopt a much-wanted second child. Sat, 04 Dec 2010 05:51:27 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/coconut-oil-healing.html Coconut oil healing - is such a thing possible? Is it possible that an oil that has been demonized for years is not only safe to eat, but healing medicine for your adopted child as well? Sat, 27 Nov 2010 20:10:31 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/employee-benefits-for-adoption.html Employee benefits for adoption are increasingly becoming available in more and more companies, so it's definitely worth your while to check and see if your company offers such benefits. Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:50:59 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/waiting-for-your-adopted-child.html Waiting for your adopted child can be a tough experience, especially if your adoption takes two or even three years to finalize. Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:33:22 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/low-cost-international-adoption.html Low cost international adoption - is it possible? What you need to keep in mind is that even a low cost adoption that takes place overseas is going to cost at least $12,000 when you consider all costs. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 16:19:49 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/taste-test-fundraiser.html Taste test fundraiser means great food, new epicurean adventures and the satisfaction of knowing you have helped a child in need while having a blast at the same time. What could be better? Sat, 29 May 2010 03:01:57 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/pasta-fundraisers.html Pasta fundraisers such as a spaghetti dinner party are a low-cost, simple way to raise funds for your international adoption. Here are some tips. Fri, 14 May 2010 10:20:38 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/how-to-do-a-fundraiser.html How to do a fundraiser - or two - within a fundraiser? Here is how one adoptive mom plans to make her fundraising event even more profitable. Tue, 04 May 2010 22:51:03 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/cash-bash.html My husband and I are doing a Benefit for our adoption. We talked with our local Knights of Columbus hall and had a room donated for the event. We Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:46:30 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/chinese-auction.html I don't know if anyone is familiar with this fundraiser or not. We have done several of them for missions trips for our youth group, but I'm sure it would Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:39:59 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/jigsaw-puzzle-fundraiser.html A jigsaw puzzle fundraiser was one way a couple was able to successfully raise funds to help pay for their international adoption. Sarah McDaniel found Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:53:32 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/tshirt-fundraiser.html When we were fundraising for our first adoption, we sold t-shirts that spring that said Jesus Loves the Children of the World with a cute design on them. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 20:40:38 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/creative-garage-sale-fundraiser.html We coordinated two garage sales to raise funds for our adoption. These weren't your ordinary run-of-the-mill junk fests netting a couple of hundred dollars. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:56:53 GMT http://www.international-adoption-facts-and-information.com/doing-it-on-your-own.html I have adopted three kids from Korea and found the US process to be extremely easy. Step one is, of course, to find a parent who is willing to give Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:30:48 GMT