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Temporary Adoption in Texas
Is it possible to do a temporary adoption in Texas? Texas adoption attorneys say there's no such thing here. But who's asking, and why? How would it work? Most importantly: would such a thing even be good for kids? Who Asks about Temporary Adoption in Texas? Here's a...
What to Ask Adoptive Parents
For prospective birthparents, it can be hard to know what to ask adoptive parents at first. (No worries! Abrazo helps clients through every adoption match.) Obviously, meeting anyone (by phone or FaceTime or in person) for the first time can be, well, awkward. ...
All about Adoption
"Okay, pretend I'm just a kid and tell me all about adoption?" It's harder to do than it sounds. Adoption is sometimes complicated, after all. (Which may explain what sometimes makes it hard for parents to explain adoption to children?) And helping anyone know "all...
Choose an Adoptive Family
With so many hopeful adopters out there, it may seem easy to choose an adoptive family? But choosing the right adoptive couple is not always simple. Sometimes looking over too many adoption profiles can feel totally overwhelming. (And what you see isn't always what...
Working with Adoption Consultants
It's not every day that the Federal Trade Commission sends out stern warning letters on behalf of anyone working with adoption consultants. In a highly unusual move, the FTC issued warning letters to 31 adoption intermediaries across the US. It was a much-needed...
Homecoming for Birthmothers
Why does one little adoption agency in America host a big homecoming for birthmothers? Glad you asked... here's why! A homecoming, according to Merriam-Webster, is "the return of a group of people usually on a special occasion to a place formerly frequented or...
Abortion Bans Reduce Adoptions
Would it surprise you to think that abortion bans reduce adoptions? This wasn't anticipated by SCOTUS or even pro-life Texas lawmakers. (On the contrary.) Many had predicted that banning abortions would make more babies available to be adopted. Texas representative...
Mother. Grandma. Birthgrandmother.
Christina was a beloved mother. Grandmother. Birthgrandmother. She was all that, and so much more. She rose to life's challenges with grace, always. (As only she could.). Born and raised in San Antonio, Christina was an LVN, and...
Pregnant and Locked Up
An unwanted pregnancy is bad enough, but being pregnant and locked up can make things seem even worse. After all, pregnant inmates have it rough, no matter what they're in for. Some jails house them in separate units. At the Bexar County Jail. women who are...
Understanding the Texas Safe Haven Law and The Alternatives
Texas Safe Haven Law and Alternatives If you're concerned about Texas Safe Haven Law, it's important to understand its limitations. While the law provides a legal way to surrender a child anonymously, it often overlooks the emotional and long-term consequences for...
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