Two birth mothers who placed through Adoption Professionals adoption agency have volunteered to speak with pregnant women who want to learn about adoption directly from a woman who has made an adoption plan. Jerusha placed her daughter over 12 years ago and Aries placed her son over 3 years ago. [...]
Our adoption agency has been invited to staff an office at Pregnancy Center West located at 2958 Boudinot Ave on the west side of Cincinnati. This is a wonderful opportunity for representatives of our agency to provide education and support to women who wish to consider making an adoption plan [...]
Our adoption agency provides many opportunities for you to talk with an actual birth mother and learn the truth about placing your baby for adoption. Jerusha placed her daughter over 13 years ago - you can sit down and talk with her at Pregnancy Center East any Monday between 10 [...]
We are thrilled to announce that Shelby Martin has accepted a position as an Adoption Assessor with our agency! Many of you already know Shelby and are familiar with her work. She is now expanding her professional credentials by adding a Masters in Social Work.
Your journey to parenthood has not been a typical one (understatement). Most couples have 9 months to focus intensely on educating themselves regarding the developmental stages and needs of their baby's all important first year. You will not be given the benefit of "nature's time table". And, while it may [...]
If you have borrowed a used infant car seat, please check to see if there has been a recall on the seat. Keep rechecking every 6 months. If you plan to buy a new infant car seat, you may want to purchase 2 bases (one for each car). Also, you [...]
Some of our families over the years have been very successful in obtaining grants to fund the costs associated with their adoption. While we have spent some time looking at the reviews of these organizations, we would caution you to complete your own due diligence and proceed cautiously. Under no [...]
Placements can occur unexpectedly and on one hour's notice! While it may be emotionally difficult to make preparation for a baby that has not yet arrived, it is necessary. If both parents work, now is the best time to research day care options. Waiting lists are VERY long and the [...]
This subject may seem inconsequential when compared to our weekly posts, but in time it will become one of the most important, please learn from my mistakes! Be prepared to record those all important first minutes, days, weeks, and years in a method that you will be able to enjoy in the [...]
Before you finalize your adoption in Hamilton County Probate Court, you will be required to have a legally enforceable guardianship agreement in place. This may be part of your will or it may be a stand alone document. Please consult your attorney regarding preparation of this document. Ohio has very [...]
