In today’s post, Sue Reardon talks about how open adoption impacted a recent medical scar. If you are anything like me, you probably look forwar...
Professional Ethics and Values in Pregnancy Counseling
Associate Director Michael Hill, As the New York State Project Lead for the Federally-funded Infant Adoption Awareness Training Project (IAATP), I’v...
How did you know the Adoptive Parents you selected were the right parents for your baby?
Our Media Specialist Lesa Ferguson found this question on Facebook : “Birth mothers who created adoption plans – How did you know the Adop...
The Hysterectomy
By Michele Fried, Adoption STAR Founder & CEO I bet you felt lonely as you waited in bed It’s better for your health I’m sure they all sa...
A Note to My Former Self
Sue Reardon looks back on her adoption journey by writing a letter to her former self. When you are at the foot of mountain, not only does the trek to...
Do Celebrities Get “Special Treatment” When it Comes to Adoption?
The New York State Citizens’ Coalition for Children (NYCSSS) is one of many organizations that sends Adoption STAR a monthly E-update. They always p...
Separate Legal Counsel
In some states it is permitted to dual represent in an adoption where one attorney represents the adoptive parents and the agency. However, the attorn...
Wait, Is This Really Happening?
Guest blogger Jill Christiansen shares her adoption journey. When we began our adoption journey in the Spring of 2011, we were already the parents of ...
What to Expect #2: Orphanage Care
By Our International Adoption Coordinator Megan Montgomery It is virtually impossible to offer a nurturing environment that meets the needs of each in...
Involving Children in the Adoption Process
Not all prospective adoptive parents are childless, in fact about half have a child or children already in their home. No matter the age of the child,...