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Answering Questions About an Adopted Child: Tips for Sharing Adoption Details With Friends and Family

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Writing Adopted Children Into a Will: Specifying Legal Guardians and Inheritances for Adoptees

In: Adoption Laws & Rights

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Pros and Cons of Internet Adoption Profiles: Issues for Adoptive Parents Advertising on YouTube and Websites

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

What is Adoption Disruption? The Issue of Adoptive Parents Giving a Child Back

In: Adoption Laws & Rights

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

The Effects of Adoption Disruption on the Family: How Adoptees and Adoptive Families Cope With a Failed Adoption

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Advertising Adoption Profiles on the Internet: Prospective Adoptive Parents Use Websites to Reach Birthmothers

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Turning Down an Adoption Referral: What to Think About When Choosing Not to Adopt a Child

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Writing a Reference for Adoptive Parents: Tips on What to Include in a Letter for an Adoption Application

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

How to Find an Adoption Attorney in Canada: Tips for Canadian Adoptive and Birth Parents Choosing a Lawyer

In: Adoption Laws & Rights

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Helping Adoptive Parents Grieve a Reversal: What Friends and Family Can Do When an Adoption Falls Through

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

School Transition Issues for Adopted Kids: Signs an Adoptee is Having Trouble Adjusting to a New School

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Helping an Older Adopted Child Adjust to School: Ways to Make the Classroom Transition Easier for the Adoptee

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Gift Ideas for an Adopted Baby: Practical, Sentimental and Unique Presents for New Adoptive Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adoption Gifts for Adopted Kids: Present Ideas to Give Adoptees for Special Occasions

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Cutting the Cost of International Adoption: Tips on Saving Money While Adopting a Child From Another Country

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Issues for Adopted Kids Starting School: Common Fears for Adoptees Entering Kindergarten

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

International and Transracial Adoption Books: Stories for Preschoolers Adopted from Russia and South America

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Preparing an Adopted Child for Kindergarten: Ideas for Helping Kids from Adoptive Families Adjust to School

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Telling School About an Adopted Child: Tips on How to Talk About Adoption With the Teacher

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Children's Books About Asian Adoption: Stories for Preschoolers Adopted From China, Korea and Vietnam

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Classic Adoption Books for Preschoolers: Adoption Stories for Young Kids Written Before the Year 2000

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adoption Books for Preschoolers and Toddlers: Picture Stories about Adoptive Families for Young Children

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Books About Non-Traditional Adoptions for Kids: Foster-to-Adopt, Single Parent, Same-Sex and Open Adoption Stories

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

General Adoption Books for School Age Kids: Stories about Adoptive Families for Five to Nine Year Olds

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

International Adoption Books for School Age Kids: Stories for Internationally Adopted Children Five to Nine Years Old

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Politically Correct Phrases Describing Adoption: Updated Language for Adoptive Parents and Birth Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Positive Adoption Language: Politically Correct Words Depicting Adoptive and Birth Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adopted Children and Birthday Issues: Helping Adoptees Deal with Adoption Emotions During Celebrations

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adoption Themed Movies for Adults and Teens: Films about Adoptees, Birthmothers, Fostering and Adoption Issues

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Choosing Adoption Themed Movies for Kids: Tips for Picking a Movie about Foster and Adoptive Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Pros and Cons of Transracial Adoption: Benefits and Issues of Adopting a Child of a Different Race

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Honouring an Adopted Child's Birth Culture: Ways Adoptive Families Can Celebrate an Adoptees’ Heritage

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

How to Search for Birth Siblings: Internet Websites and Resources for Finding Biological Family

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Celebrating Birth Mother's Day: Ways Adoptees and Adoptive Families Can Honour Birthmoms

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

U.S. and Canadian Adoption Search Angels: Volunteers Help Adoptees Find Information about Birth Parents

In: Traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Paying for Adoption in Canada: Loans, Tax Credits, Grants and Employer Benefits for Adopting

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

How to Begin a Birth Parent Search: Steps to Help Adoptees Find Their Biological Family

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adoption Disclosure Laws in Ontario: New Legislation for Information about Adoptees and Birth Families

In: Adoption Laws & Rights

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Famous Female Foster Kids: Celebrity Actors and Media Personalities Fostered as Children

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Famous Male Foster Kids: Celebrity Actors and Athletes Who Were Fostered as Children

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adopted Celebrities from Canada and the U.S: Famous Adoptee Actors, Musicians, Writers and Athletes

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Famous Canadian Adoptive Parents: Celebrities from Canada Who Adopted Their Children

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Famous Adopted Canadian Musicians: Notable Singer and Songwriter Adoptees from Canada

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Famous Canadian Adoptees in Sports and T.V. Notable Adopted Athletes and Television Personalities from Canada

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Review of Labours of Love by Deborah Brennan: Insight into the Experience of Adoptive Families Across Canada

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

What Birthmothers Look for in Adoptive Parents: Factors Birthparents Consider When Choosing a Family for Their Child

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Helping an Adopted Child Grieve: Ideas for Addressing Adoption-Related Losses Experienced by Kids

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Understanding Loss in Adoption: Grief Issues for Adopted Kids, Birthparents and Adoptive Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Introducing Birthmom to the Extended Family: Making Birth and Adoptive Families Comfortable when They Meet

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Signs a Birthmom May Change Her Mind: Caution Flags Adoptive Parents Need to Watch For

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Myths About Birthparents in Open Adoption: Misconceptions About Contact Between Birth and Adoptive Families

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Myths About Adopted Children in Open Adoptions: Misconceptions About a Child’s Relationship with Birthparents

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Pros and Cons of Open Adoption: Factors to Consider When Your Child’s Birthfamily Wants Contact

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Taking Adopted Kids to Cultural Festivals: Connecting to a Child’s Heritage by Going to Culture Focused Events

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Pros and Cons of Private Domestic Adoption: Factors to Consider When Adopting Through a Canadian Agency

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Pros and Cons of Public Domestic Adoption: Factors to Consider When Adopting a Child from Within Canada

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

How to Adopt a Child Through an Adoption Agency: The Process to Follow for Private Domestic Adoptions in Canada

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

How to Adopt a Child Through Government Agencies: The Process to Follow for Public Domestic Adoptions in Canada

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

How to Adopt a Child from Another Country: The Process for Canadians to Follow for an International Adoption

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Pros and Cons of International Adoption: Factors to Consider When Canadians Adopt from a Different Country

In: International Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adoption Awareness Month in Canada: Celebrating Adoptive Families and Foster Children in November 2008

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Family Activities for National Adoption Month: Meaningful Ways Adoptive Families Can Celebrate in November

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Talking to Classmates About Adoption: Books and Activities for Discussions in Kindergarten and Grade One

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adopting Another Child Into the Family: How to Prepare Other Adopted Children for a New Sibling

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Attachment Disorders and Adopted Children: Definitions, Causes and Resources for Adoptive Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Attaching to Adopted Preteens and Teens: Ideas to Help Older Kids Bond with Adoptive Parents

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Attaching to Adopted Infants and Toddlers: Ideas to Help Babies and Young Kids Bond with Adoptive Parents

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Attaching to Adopted School Age Kids: Simple Ideas to Help Kids Bond with Adoptive Parents

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Attachment and Bonding in Adoption: Helping Adopted Kids Feel Secure in Their Adoptive Families

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Family Trees for Adopted Kids: Including Birth, Foster and Adoptive Families in Genealogy Projects

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Scrapbook a Lifebook: Creative Ways to Tell an Adopted Child’s Story

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Keeping Contact with Birth Family: Helping Adopted Kids Stay Connected to their Past

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Naming an Adopted Child: Choosing a Name That Connects to a Child’s Past

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Adopting a Biracial Baby: How to Develop Cultural Awareness in Infants with Blended Heritage

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Surviving an Adoption Reversal: What To Do When a Birth Mom Changes Her Mind

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Homemade Gifts for Birth Families: Unique Christmas Presents Adoptive Families Can Make

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Thoughtful Gifts for Birth Mothers: Unique Ideas to Celebrate A Child’s Birth Mom

In: Non-traditional Adoption

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

Waiting for an Adopted Child: Projects to Help Pass the Time for Future Adoptive Parents

In: Adoption (general)

By: Feature Writer Angela Krueger

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