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¿Qué es una adopción cerrada?
Descubre qué es una adopción cerrada, en qué se diferencia de una adopción abierta y cómo las madres biológicas pueden encontrar padres adoptivos que respeten sus deseos y apoyen su plan de adopción.
AdoptInter
May 64 min read


¿Cómo funciona la adopción?: La perspectiva de una madre biológicae
Si estás embarazada, estás considerando la adopción y te preguntas cómo funciona este proceso, tu experiencia estará determinada por tus circunstancias, tus sentimientos y tus decisiones. Cada situación es diferente, y no existe una única manera «correcta» de transitar el proceso de adopción. Creemos firmemente que la adopción debe ser un camino flexible y de apoyo, en el que tú mantengas el control en cada etapa de tu recorrido.
AdoptInter
May 64 min read


How does adoption work: A birth mother's perspective
If you are pregnant and considering adoption and wondering how adoption works, your experience will be shaped by your circumstances, your feelings, and your choices. Every situation is different, and there is no single right way to move through the adoption process. We firmly believe that adoption should be a flexible and supportive journey where you remain in control at every stage of your adoption journey.
Alexander de Villiers
May 54 min read


Adoption support groups: For birth mothers
Support can make a meaningful difference at every stage of an adoption journey, and what matters most is having access to connection, understanding, and steady support that meets you where you are emotionally. For women considering adoption, support is something that can evolve over time, offering reassurance, community, and space when you need it most.
Alexander de Villiers
May 54 min read


Adoption Stories: Understanding the Emotional Journey of Birth Mothers
Learn what a closed adoption is, how it differs from open adoption, and how birthmothers can find adoptive parents who respect their wishes and support their adoption plan.
Alexander de Villiers
May 53 min read


Carryforward Adoption Tax Credit Refundable
Carryforward amounts of the adoption tax credit from prior years (before 2025) may be refundable up to $5,000 per qualifying child.
AdoptInter
Apr 82 min read


What is a closed adoption?
Learn what a closed adoption is, how it differs from open adoption, and how birthmothers can find adoptive parents who respect their wishes and support their adoption plan.
frank50788
Mar 233 min read


Questions to ask when considering adoption: a guide for birthmothers
If you are considering adoption, these important questions can help you explore your options and understand how to find adoptive parents who respect your wishes.
frank50788
Mar 233 min read


Make an adoption plan: a guide for birthmothers
Learn how to make an adoption plan that reflects your wishes, provides support, and helps you find adoptive parents who respect your decisions.
frank50788
Mar 233 min read


Choosing adoption: A guide for birthmothers
Learn what to expect when choosing adoption, including how to create an adoption plan, find adoptive parents, and how our team can help.
AdoptInter
Feb 193 min read


Adoption options
Learn about your adoption options, how to find adoptive parents, and discover the resources available for women considering adoption.
AdoptInter
Feb 193 min read


Updates to the Adoption Tax Credit
updates to adoption tax credit. refundable, eligibility, qualified expenses
AdoptInter
Feb 121 min read


Love Party 2026
Celebrating our Adoption Constellation. Join us on March 7, 2026. RSVP required.
AdoptInter
Feb 22 min read


Adoptees Granted Visa Exemption from Travel Ban
Adoptees Granted Visa Exemption from Travel Ban. California open records bill SB381 passed Senate vote.
AdoptInter
Jan 283 min read


Message from the Executive Director - Advocating for Adoptee Exception for Travel Ban and Original Birth Certificate Access
Adopt International is asking for a call to action to advocate for Adoptee Exempt to Travel Ban and Access to Original Birth Certificate in California . Message from Adopt International's Executive Director, Lisa Clark, dated 1/17/2026 As we go into this weekend celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and the civil rights he fought for I'm asking that you take a few minutes to fight for adoptees in two ways: Advocating for an Adoption exception for the Immigration Travel Ban to
AdoptInter
Jan 204 min read


Adoptees now included in Travel Ban
Adoptees now included in Travel Ban. Urge Your Lawmakers to Ask the President to Exempt Adoptees from Travel Ban
AdoptInter
Jan 83 min read


Adoption Unfiltered
An Invitation: Adoption Unfiltered in San Francisco on October 29th Sara Easterly , Kelsey Vander Vliet Ranyard , and Lori Holden invite...
AdoptInter
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Post Adoption Contact Agreements
What They Are, What They Include, and How They Help The Adoption Advocate is a free publication created by NCFA to educate and support adoption professionals, policymakers, families, child welfare specialists, and other interested parties on today's most relevant child welfare and adoption issues. Adopt International is a proud member of National Council For A doption . Article by NCFA August 20, 2025 Elisa Rosman, PhD, MA “How often will there be phone calls between my chi
AdoptInter
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Message from the Executive Director
We passed! The reaccreditation story I skipped ... ‘ Though I mentioned this briefly in my last email to you, it's worth repeating - and...
AdoptInter
Sep 16, 20254 min read


How to Afford Adoption
NCFA Resource Page Financial Help, Tax Credits, Adoption Grants, and More ‘ NCFA's new, comprehensive Financial Resources page offers...
AdoptInter
Jul 25, 20251 min read
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