by Rachel Robertson | Jul 12, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Every adoptive parent has asked themselves how their son or daughter will feel with them. How they will adjust, what questions they will ask, if they will be happy and healthy. These are all natural thoughts, and healthy ones to have. Being aware of your child’s... by Rachel Robertson | Jul 5, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Despite the stress and numerous emotions that frequently accompany adoption, there are notable stories where everything runs smoothly. The application and paperwork, the home study, the matching process — it all seamlessly falls into place. Credit for such... by Rachel Robertson | Jun 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
You’ve decided to adopt. That’s exciting news! A very important first step in your adoption journey, and to growing your family. You’ve no doubt started to research the available options, and get a bit more educated about the process itself, but you’re still wrestling... by Rachel Robertson | Jun 21, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Have you ever had that moment when what you intend to say isn’t what you actually said when it comes out? Words have a funny way of revealing deeper beliefs and thoughts than we intend. Take jokes or stereotypes, for example. They can be meant as light-hearted... by Rachel Robertson | Jun 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
Despite all the motions the country has made to show favor towards the LGBT community, there’s more work to do. Part of this includes the struggle over same sex adoption. One of the most dangerous stereotypes surrounding same sex adoption is that it takes a father and... by Rachel Robertson | Jun 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
In the public school system, sex education is taught at varying grade levels, depending on the topic. State law also contributes to this. Primarily, however, it’s not uncommon to see the majority of teaching happen between the grades of six through twelve. Schools... by Rachel Robertson | May 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
“Living an experience is to know it. For the birth mother, however, living the experience and understanding the totality of the experience may take a lifetime journey.” — Donna Portuesi, from “Impact of the Birthmother’s Experience, Then and Now” You’re... by Rachel Robertson | May 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
While adoption itself holds some similarities with regards to its process, each adoption journey is unique. Individual to whomever it involves. Even if those adoptions all stem from the same family. The process may share commonalities, but no two journeys are ever the... by Rachel Robertson | May 17, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
“Grief can be the garden of compassion. If you keep your heart open through everything, your pain can become your greatest ally in your life’s search for love and wisdom.” ~ Rumi A phrase that is all too often heard after a hardship or death is typically,... by Rachel Robertson | May 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
To understand who birth mothers truly are, we must understand what they are not. Sadly, there are many myths circulating about birth mothers that paint false images of them and the adoption journey. Adoption Choices would like to dispel some of those, and put minds at... 