Happy Valentine’s Day from Friends in Adoption!
Friends in Adoption sends out love to all our families, friends, staff, and everyone in our FIA circle!… Read More
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Our Newest Edition of Connections is Now Available!
Saturday, November 21, 2020 is National Adoption Day! To celebrate, Friends in Adoption is releasing a brand new edition of Connections, which can be downloaded for free.… Read More
There’s still time for your donation to be credited on your 2020 taxes!
There’s still time for your donation to be credited on your 2020 taxes! Friends in Adoption (FIA) is a non-profit agency providing comprehensive resources and support to all members of the adoption triad. When you choose to donate to FIA, you’re backing an organization that values and promotes Open Adoption and Inclusiveness. All donations to Friends in Adoption are tax-deductible.… Read More
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A Birth Mother’s Perspective: Alison’s Story
A Real Life Story: Alison, from the Albany, NY area, shares her experience as a birth mother who chose to make an adoption plan for her baby.… Read More
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Lots to be thankful for — Spectrum News Interview an FIA Alumni Family
TV News Segment Video. Albany, NY: Adoptive parents and birth parents share post-adoption and open adoption stories – by Matt Hunter of Spectrum News.… Read More
“Happy Finalization Day” to Justin, Paul, and Jacquelyn!
Friends in Adoption is thrilled to announce that Justin and Paul, from Michigan finalized the adoption of their daughter Jacquelyn. Congratulations to the happy family!… Read More
Sailor loves when her Dad plays show tunes
Video: Two year old Sailor loves to sing and dance while Dad Nathan plays show tunes on the piano. Make sure to turn the sound ON for guaranteed smiles.… Read More
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“FIA continues to support us post-adoption”
Video: Adoptive parents share post-adoption and open adoption stories. Friends in Adoption (FIA) got together with a few alumni families via Zoom and asked them about their experience adopting through FIA. Here’s what they had to say.… Read More
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What It Was Like Adopting Through FIA During a Pandemic
Video: Is it Possible to Adopt a Child During a Pandemic? YES! Friends in Adoption conducted interviews via Zoom to ask Friends in Adoption alumni families about their experiences adopting during the COVID-19 pandemic.… Read More
Friends in Adoption celebrates National Adoption Awareness Month with Real-Life Story Videos
In celebration of National Adoption Awareness Month, Friends in Adoption is sharing adoption stories during November. It has been one of FIA’s major goals to inform and educate the general public in order to make a difference for those in the adoption triad.… Read More
Press Release: November is National Adoption Awareness Month
National Adoption Month is just around the corner, taking place during the month of November. Friends in Adoption, a not-for-profit adoption agency operating nationwide with offices in Saratoga Springs and Ossining, New York, and Castleton, Vermont, is sharing adoption stories all month with the goal of raising awareness about adoption.… Read More
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During a “shelter in place” order, Friends in Adoption is Here For You
We are running just the same as always. Working remotely is one of our biggest strengths, and persevering through the coronavirus pandemic highlights our ability to offer resources and services at any time, and to any place in the United States.… Read More
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Five Signs You’re Ready to Adopt a Child
Is adoption the right path for you? Once you begin to consider adopting a child, how can you be sure that you’re ready? It’s not a decision to make lightly, and will not only change the life of a child, but it’s sure to change your own life in a very big way.… Read More
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Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy? Don’t Worry. You Have Options.
If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, it’s important to remember that you have options. Whether you want to “give baby up for adoption in New York,” consider abortion or think of ways to make parenting work, Friends in Adoption (FIA) is here to help.… Read More
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Here are some of the most common questions our caseworkers receive:
Here are answers to some of the most common questions our caseworkers receive: I’m unsure of what to do. Should I see a counselor? Will I be able to choose the adoptive parents? Can I meet the potential adoptive family that I’m considering? When it comes time to give birth, what happens? Am I eligible for some sort of financial support during my pregnancy? … Read More