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
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
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
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
If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering adoption, Friends in Adoption can help you with an adoption plan that is right for you and your baby.… Read More
Selecting an adoption agency to guide you through adopting a child is an important part of your adoption journey. Be sure to research any agency you’re considering, and ask as many questions as you need to in order to feel confident in your ultimate decision. Friends in Adoption is sharing 5 questions we recommend asking adoption agencies you’re thinking about engaging.… Read More
Birth Mother’s Day is just around the corner – May 13th, 2017! In honor of Birth Mother’s Day, FIA is sharing a story from one of our many special families. “We are Kathy and Dave (not pictured), we adopted Lucy 5 years ago. We have a very open adoption with her birth mother and her family. We could not be more thrilled with the family Friends in Adoption helped us to create! This is a personal project, to have a … Read More
Darcy is a 4 year old wonderful girl. Meet her adoptive parents, and her birth mom, in a loving open adoption story.… Read More
Colin, a senior in High School, shares his experiences growing up as child who was adopted through open adoption.… Read More
Saturday, May 7th is Birth Mother’s Day. Circle of Love, an adoption support group for birth parents, would like to celebrate and honor the amazing women that birth mothers are. Please join us for a catered lunch and great conversation on Saturday, May 7th at 11:30am in Clifton Park, NY.… Read More
In celebration of November, National Adoption Month, Friends in Adoption (FIA) is featuring a special perspective. Read Kayla’s Story, here.… Read More
Each year, FIA is asked by health care professionals and other advocates if we can assist a woman or couple with an adoption plan if they do not speak English. The answer is and has been, YES! Women’s issues are women’s issues, regardless of spoken language, and compassionate adoption is not limited only to those who speak English. Women and couples for whom English is not their first language may be considering adoption as an option for an unplanned pregnancy. Friends in Adoption is happy to work with anyone interested in learning more about adoption regardless of communication style or language.… Read More
If you choose to explore adoption with FIA, you can expect to: Learn about the choices you have in creating an adoption plan that fits you and your needs, including how much contact you want, both before and after your child’s birth. Have your privacy and confidentiality maintained. Have FIA’s kind and experienced staff available to support you 24 hours a day, without putting any pressure on you. Be offered free, face-to-face, local counseling services for you and your family, … Read More
Originally published in the New York Times, 02/24/13. Written by CLAUDIA CORRIGAN D’ARCY Click HERE to read the original article My mother looked shocked and said, “I can’t raise this baby for you,” but I was ready with my reply. “You won’t have to,” I said. “I’ll have this baby and give it up for adoption.” Like some magic answer I plucked from the air, adoption was the solution to all the problems of being unmarried, 19 and six months pregnant. Like … Read More
– by: Nan Pasquarello, Case Manager This past summer, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Ethics issued a Committee Opinion that clarifies best practice for physicians with regard to adoption. The articulated guidelines will benefit women and couples who are considering adoption for their babies. This article summarizes highlights from the recent opinion and shares its recommendations. It makes sense that OB-GYN physicians, who are experts on infertility, pregnancy, and childbirth will be asked for advice … Read More
