[Pt 2] Why we decided to adopt & our biggest mistake (and the 10 most common questions we get)

SeedTime Money (Christian living & Personal Finances)

Back with part 2! And the 10 most common questions we get about adoption.

🔍 A few AI generated Key Highlights:

• Our Adoption Journey: Hear why we chose to adopt, the challenges we faced, and our biggest mistake – not fully understanding the difference between adoption and placement agencies.

• Adoption vs. Placement Agencies: Learn from our experience about the crucial differences between these two and why it matters in your adoption process.

• Costs and Legal Aspects: We delve into the financial and legal sides of adoption, providing real numbers and insights to help you prepare.

• Handling Social Worker Responsibilities: Discover the unexpected role Linda had to play in our first adoption and why having a social worker is vital.

• Emotional Preparation and Faith: We discuss the importance of prayer, trust in God, and emotional readiness for the adoption process.

• Adoption Agency Selection: Insights into choosing the right agency and how to make your profile stand out to potential birth mothers.

• Open vs. Closed Adoptions: Learn from our experiences of having two different types of adoptions and how they impacted us.

Common Questions Answered:

• Eligibility Requirements: What you need to know about being eligible for adoption.

• Legal and Custody Issues: Our experience and advice on handling legalities.

• Can Birth Mothers Change Their Minds?: Understanding the legalities and emotional aspects.

• Adoption Process Duration: Insights into timelines and preparing yourself.

• Adoption Costs: Real numbers and tips for financial planning.

• Adopting with Biological Children: What you need to consider.

• Role of Birth Parents: How birth parents are involved in the process.

• Preparing Emotionally: The importance of prayer and an open heart.

• Matching Process: How agencies match children with families.

• Starting the Adoption Process: Practical first steps to take.

Resources Mentioned:

• Adoption Agencies: American Adoptions (https://www.americanadoptions.com/) and Angel Adoptions (https://www.angeladoptioninc.com/)

• Financial Aid: MediShare (and government programs) - https://seedtime.com/medishare

• Scriptural Reference: James 1:27 (on caring for orphans)

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