The Abrazo Forum: The Abrazo Forum -> Adopting (formerly "Adoptive Parents")

Looking to Adopt

Newbie central! Just starting the adoption process? Trying to figure it all out? Got words of wisdom for those who are? Post questions and get advice from those who've "been there, done that."

• 30 August 2010 - 02:33 PM
• In: Celebrity Adoptions
• By: Stork Central 

Parents-in-Waiting

Where the elite meet. Abrazo's proud Parents of Tomorrow orientation graduates exchange info, encouragement, grins and groans while awaiting Placement Day. (Remember: that's not "if?" but "when?!")

• Yesterday, 11:10 PM
• In: Protected Forum
• By: DPJ 

Especially for Againers

Returning to Abrazo for a second child? or a third? or ...? Open adoption veterans have their own questions, concerns and dreams, and now, they also have their own clubhouse in which to explore them. Welcome back, old friends!

• 12 June 2010 - 03:18 AM
• In: Protected Forum
• By: MarceloandClaudia 

When Baby Comes Home

From entrustment (Placement Day) until adoption (Finalization Day), there's a whole new set of responsibilities and challenges, so look here for advice, reminders and support as you move closer to that court date, when you become a "forever family" for real.

• 05 August 2010 - 09:21 AM
• In: Protected Forum
• By: suziandben 

Joyous Journeys

On-line journals, sharing the progress of families-to-be in search of special little someones; updating friends and relatives nationwide; and heralding miraculous new arrivals and eagerly-awaited homecomings.

• Yesterday, 01:46 PM
• In: Protected Forum
• By: Amy&Craig 

Tears, Fears & Keeping The Faith

Adoption is a road with both scenic views and detours. Failed plans are painful losses, for would-be's and bioparents alike. But take heart! Here's a safe haven for sharing sorrows, exploring risks and finding comfort in times of uncertainty and grief.

• 18 July 2010 - 10:37 PM
• In: Protected Forum
• By: DPJ 

The Family Room

For the grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and other beloved relatives of all our adoption participants. A special place for the kinfolk to query, congregate, share and celebrate, as beautiful new family trees are grafted and grown through the miracle of adoption.

• 27 August 2010 - 08:30 PM
• In: New Grands
• By: Steven&Melissa 

Mi Amigos

Welcome to Alumni Hall, where successful Abrazo orientation grads who joined up, gave it their all and grew their families as a result can keep in touch via their original group; no longer in-waiting, but all parents!!

• Yesterday, 11:31 PM
• In: Protected Forum
• By: TnTaylors