The results of the 2010-2011 Adoptive Families Cost and Timing of Adoption Survey.
Timing of Adoption Update: 2009-2010
The results of the 2009-2010 Adoptive Families Cost and Timing of Adoption Survey.
Cost of Adoption Update: 2009-2010
A comparison of costs for domestic and international adoptions, the cost of adoption uncertainties, and more -- data from our 2009-2010 Cost & Timing of Adoption Survey.
AF Reviews: Long Wait for Home
A film portraying the lives of birth parents in China.
Getting the Adoption Call
We asked our readers to share their stories about getting the adoption call. Where were you? How did you react? Read how they received the joyful news!
Understanding Your Child’s Temperament
Can a family with a mix of temperaments get along? Here's smart advice for achieving maximum harmony.
“Adopting a Baby Sister”
Our preteen biological daughter felt some jealousy of the baby we adopted internationally, but, for the most part, we've all settled into our new roles.
When Parents Split Up
Divorce doesn’t seem to affect our kids any more than it affects other children. Still, there are elements to consider.
Ask AF: Alleviating Sibling Rivalry
"Our three-year-old daughter still has not adjusted to our new son, two, who came home a few months ago. She was expecting a 'baby,' not someone who is already walking, talking, and taking attention away from her — and she's been taking it out on him. Help!"
Ask AF: Contacting Birth Siblings
"Our 10-year-old daughter recently asked if she has any brothers or sisters. She does, but we don't know how to start explaining." Kathleen Silber offers advice.
Ask AF: A More Multicultural Neighborhood
Part of growing up is learning to understand race. Experts explain how living in a diverse neighborhood can help your child put together the puzzle.
Ask AF: Sudden Fears
When your child suddenly develops fears she didn't have before, you may wonder if it's an adoption adjustment problem. Diana Schwab, M.Ed., LSW, answers.
Ask AF: When Preschoolers Ask About Race
Answers to your parenting questions.
Ask AF: Clearly Non-Identical Twins
Parents who adopted non-identical twins who have different skin tones wonder how to hand comments about adoption and race. Deborah Johnson offers advice on responding.
Coping with a Failed Match with an Expectant Mother
A father-to-be offers tips for keeping the dream of a child alive after the crushing disappointment of a failed match with an expectant mother.
Ask AF: When Is Cuddling Appropriate?
Your child might love hugs and cuddles to reinforce attachment. Diana Schwab, M.Ed., LSW, suggests other ways you can affirm your bond at those times when cuddling's not appropriate.
Finding Strength in Your Family’s Faith
If you identify with a religion, it can be another source of support and belonging for your child.
Mommy, What’s Donor Insemination?
How to answer this and other questions about how families are formed.
“Guarding Tess” — A Father’s Story
I learned that the ultimate gift of love comes not from the receiver, but from the giver.
Bipolar Disorder in Children
What could be causing chronic difficult behavior? Early diagnosis is the best way to put your child on the path to wellness.