Answers to the most common questions about adoption

Answers to the most common questions about adoption

answers to common questions about adoptionAdoption is a journey of faith, love, and hope. As a Christian adoption agency, we understand the complexities and emotional aspects involved in this process. We hear a lot of common questions from both birthmothers and adoptive families, and in this post, we’re going to share the answers to these common adoption questions. As always, if you have questions, we’re here to help! You can call or text us any time at 972-491-3333.

Common questions from birthmothers

How do I know if adoption is the right choice for me?”

Deciding to place your child for adoption is a deeply personal choice. We encourage you to consider your current life circumstances, your future goals, and the well-being of your child. We offer counseling and resources to help you make an informed decision.

Can I choose the adoptive family for my baby?

Absolutely. You have the right to choose the adoptive family based on your preferences for your child’s future. We provide detailed profiles of prospective adoptive families, and you can meet them if you […]

Answers to the most common questions about adoption

Unplanned pregnancy – what should you do?

Unplanned pregnancy – what should you do?

You’ve just taken a pregnancy test and you’re stunned by the results – you’re pregnant, and you weren’t planning on it. Unplanned pregnancies happen all the time, but that doesn’t help lessen the shock and fear you’re hit with when it happens to you. You’re at the beginning of an emotional journey, and you’re not sure how to proceed. Pregnancy will change your life, whether you planned to be pregnant or not.

Talking to someone who knows what you’re going through will help more than anything, and we’re here for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week – simply call us at 972-491-3333 and we’ll be there for you.

There isn’t a blog post or website in the world that can help you through the process – but we’ve put together this list of tips to help you come to terms with your pregnancy and move forward with the right decision for your […]

Unplanned pregnancy – what should you do?

8 resources for birth mothers

8 resources for birth mothers

Placing a baby for adoption is an emotional rollercoaster, and emotional support is a huge help for any women who are going through the process. One of Lifetree’s most important goals is supporting birthmothers throughout the adoption process – and beyond. We’re here to answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and even to be a shoulder to cry on.

There are a variety of options for emotional support, both in person and online. If you are considering adoption, have already decided to place your child, or have placed in the past, we wanted to share 8 amazing resources to help you find the emotional support you need.

1. Birthmom Buds

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This is an online organization that offers faith-based counseling, support, encouragement, and friendship to birth mothers who have placed, as well as pregnant women considering adoption. They offer several programs for birth mothers:

  • Buddy System – Get paired with another […]
8 resources for birth mothers

The best adoption blogs of 2021

The best adoption blogs of 2021

Adoption can be an overwhelming and stressful journey. Whether you’re a birth mother looking to place your child with a family, or an adoptive family looking to adopt a new baby, the questions and the unknowns can be incredibly challenging.

We’re always here to help, on both sides of the fence. We know that having someone experienced in your corner can help ease the stress, but many times, it’s most helpful to know what it’s like to be in those shoes. Over the years, many birth mothers and adoptive families have turned to blogging, sharing their highs and lows through posts online.

We thought it would be helpful to share a list of some of the best adoption blogs, so you can learn about others’ journeys with adoption. You can read about the things they’ve learned and choices they’ve made, and in many cases, get a few laughs along the way.

So here’s our list:

Rage Against the Minivan

Written by Karen, a marriage and family therapist who’s the mother to 4 children through birth and adoption. It’s a great blog […]

The best adoption blogs of 2021

10 Reasons to Place a Child for Adoption

10 Reasons to Place a Child for Adoption

common reasons for adoptionIf you’re pregnant and not sure what to do, please remember that “adoption is an option” – it’s a choice that you make for very specific reasons. You’re making a decision – both for your child and for yourself – that’s based in love and compassion. As we always say, you’re not “giving up” your child for adoption, you’re making a decision to “place” them for adoption with a loving family.

There are a multitude of reasons that birth mothers choose adoption – and we know from years of experience that every situation is unique. However, there are several common reasons that birth moms choose adoption, and we wanted to share the 10 most common reasons – so you know that you’re not alone and that other birth mothers have been where you are right now. […]

10 Reasons to Place a Child for Adoption

Tips for Your First Call With a Birth Mother

Tips for Your First Call With a Birth Mother

tips for your first phone call with a birthmotherThe adoption process can be complicated and emotional, but one of the most exciting (yet nerve-wracking) moments in the process is your first call with a birth mother. It’s a momentous call, and if it goes well, it could change your life forever. It’s important to remember that the birth mother is just as nervous as you are, so we’ve put together this list of tips to help you calm your nerves so your first conversation goes well. […]

Tips for Your First Call With a Birth Mother

How to choose a good adoption agency

How to choose a good adoption agency

how to choose an adoption agencyWhether you’re expecting and exploring your options or you’re a family looking to adopt a new baby, finding the right adoption agency is an important yet scary step in the process. It’s a major life decision, so it’s important to make the right choice.

We know you have a ton of questions to ask – and we’re here to help answer those questions! Finding the right adoption agency makes all the difference in the world. You want an agency that takes personal interest in your adoption journey, not an agency who treats you like just another number.

Over the years, we’ve worked with hundreds of birthmothers, adoptive families, birth centers, and hospitals. But most importantly, our founder Robin is an adoptive mother herself. When she adopted, she was completely new to the adoption world and had no idea where to start. She talked to multiple adoption agencies before finding one that took the time to fully explain the process and answer all of her questions.

She built Lifetree around the same idea – taking the extra […]

How to choose a good adoption agency

5 Tips for Birth Parents in an Open Adoption

5 Tips for Birth Parents in an Open Adoption

One of the questions we hear most often from birth parents is “How does open adoption actually work in the long run?” We get it – you’re placing your child with another family, and you’re wondering how “open” things remain as time goes by.

We always answer with stories about past birth parents we’ve worked with, and how they’re all so happy with their decision because the open adoption was truly a long lasting relationship with the adoptive parents. Years later, the relationship is actually stronger.

The relationship between and adoptive family and the birth parents is the same as any other personal relationship in your life – it’s built on mutual respect and trust. And just like any other personal relationship in your life, it grows deeper as time goes by.

If you’re considering placing your child, and you’re wondering how open adoption will work for you, we wanted to share these five simple tips that we share with all of our birth parents. These tips will help you build an amazing relationship with the adoptive parents […]

5 Tips for Birth Parents in an Open Adoption

Waiting to adopt? These tips will help you make it through the holidays

Waiting to adopt? These 5 tips will help you make it through the holidays

Holiday survival tips for waiting adoptive parentsThe holiday season is fast approaching, but not everyone is full of holiday cheer. If you’re adopting a child and you’re waiting to become a parent (or to add another child to your family), the holiday season can be a difficult time. For most Americans, the holiday season is a time to enjoy family and friends, with multiple parties and gatherings. If you’re waiting to adopt, each party can be a reminder of what you’re waiting for.

Waiting to adopt is a stressful situation at any time of the year, but for most families, it’s more difficult during the holidays. We’ve put together several helpful tips that will help you survive the holiday season. […]

Waiting to adopt? These tips will help you make it through the holidays
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