Adoption Grants and Scholarships
Deciding to build your family through adoption often has been preceded by other challenges such as a struggle to conceive, the expense of infertility treatments, and in some cases, this was your first choice to become a parent. Whatever the situation may be, the reality is that adoption can be costly. However, there are opportunities and resources available to those willing to go through the processes.
How to Recognize Red Flags in an Adoption Agency as a Birth Mother
Deciding to create an adoption plan can be a very difficult and emotional decision, so you want to ensure that you are working with an adoption agency that has the best interests of both you and your child in mind. As you navigate this process, you will want to know your rights as a […]
Embracing a Birth Mother
I had little experience with birth mothers prior to adopting my own daughter and writing about adoption. It was then that I began to meet many, including friends who I hadn’t known had made an adoption plan for their child. I started reading more about the birth parent process, talking with and interviewing more birth […]
TED Talk Tuesday Presents: James Forbes: Compassion at the dinner table
Known as the preacher’s preacher, Rev. James Forbes is a spiritual leader with a charismatic style and radically progressive opinions. Join Rev. James Forbes at the dinner table of his Southern childhood, where his mother and father taught him what compassion really means day to day — sharing with those who need love.
Birth Parent Support Group Invitation
Birth Parent Support Group Monday, November 9th 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location: LSS OFFICE 647 W. Virginia St. Milwaukee *** Please join them for a chance to meet other birth parents Enjoy a safe place to share your story Gain support and encouragement! Please RSVP to Carrie by 11/6/15 @ 414-539-5425 [email protected] *** […]
Birthmother Retreat
“Always in My Heart: Remembering a Birthmother’s Love” Catholic Charities is hosting a FREE Birthmother Retreat this spring! If you are a birthmother or know a birthmother that would benefit from attending this retreat, please complete the attached registration form! May 2, 2015 8:30 am – 3:00 pm Kalahari Resort Wisconsin Dells RSVP by April […]
Are you familiar with the Safe Haven Laws?
Since1999, many states have enacted safe haven laws to encourage mothers in crisis to safely relinquish their babies to designated agencies where they will be safe until a permanent home can be found. These laws typically allow a parent to remain anonymous and be protected from abandonment charges. To date, all 50 states, the District […]
Are you familiar with the Safe Haven Laws?
Since1999, many states have enacted safe haven laws to encourage mothers in crisis to safely relinquish their babies to designated agencies where they will be safe until a permanent home can be found. These laws typically allow a parent to remain anonymous and be protected from abandonment charges. To date, all 50 states, the District […]
2014 OYFF Birthmom/Adoptive mom Retreat
Registration is now open for the On Your Feet Foundation Birthmom/Adoptive mom Fall retreat! September 19-21, 2014 in Michigan City, Indiana OYFF is proud to sponsor a unique retreat for Birthmoms and Adoptive moms! In 2013 we had 7 “teams” of birth/adoptive moms come together to learn from one another and grow together as a […]
2014 OYFF Birthmom/Adoptive mom Retreat
Registration is now open for the On Your Feet Foundation Birthmom/Adoptive mom Fall retreat! September 19-21, 2014 in Michigan City, Indiana OYFF is proud to sponsor a unique retreat for Birthmoms and Adoptive moms! In 2013 we had 7 “teams” of birth/adoptive moms come together to learn from one another and grow together as a […]