What is a home study and what does it involve?

What is a home study and what does it involve?

If you are in the early stages of exploring adoption, you have probably come across the term “home study” and wondered exactly what it means. For many prospective adoptive families, it sounds intimidating… like an inspection or an audition where someone decides whether you are good enough to be a parent. We want to reassure you right away: that is not what a home study is.

A home study is a process of preparation, education, and mutual discernment. It is designed to help your family get ready for one of the most meaningful commitments you will ever make, […]

By |March 30th, 2026|Adoption Information, Family Tips|
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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 […]

By |March 25th, 2021|Adoption Information, Adoption Stories, Adoption Tips, Family Tips|
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Tips for Homeschooling your children during the Coronavirus

Tips for Homeschooling your children during the coronavirus

Homeschooling tips during the coronavirus outbreak

We’re in an unprecedented time – due to the coronavirus pandemic, businesses and schools are closed all over the world. In the Dallas area, schools have been closed for a few weeks already, and the closures are likely to extend at least another month.

With all the schools closed, parents are now finding themselves in the unique situation of forced homeschooling. It’s a difficult transition, especially for parents who are still working from home.

We’re all going a bit stir crazy, and with the added stress of homeschooling, it’s easy to feel like things are out of control. We wanted to share these simple tips to help everyone stay on track with school, keep their kids engaged, and keep everyone sane.

You don’t have […]

By |March 28th, 2020|Family Tips|
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