by New Beginnings | Jun 27, 2018 | Adoption Tips, Blog, Front Page
Have you filed a post-adoption report recently? New Beginnings would like to remind our adoptive parents how important it is to comply with the country of origin’s requirements for submitting post-adoption reports. We have reports from most families; but there are... 
by Chrissy Andrews | May 9, 2018 | Adoption Tips, Blog, Front Page
Becoming a parent is a priceless experience. However, if you are thinking of expanding your family through adoption, then you will inevitably need to also consider the costs that come with the process. In the United States, the average cost of an adoption is around... 
by New Beginnings | Apr 29, 2018 | Adoption Tips, Blog, Front Page
All couples who are going through the adoption process are thinking about how their child will feel when they arrive home. The culture and heritage of your adopted child are very important elements to consider. This will add a new exciting dimension to your family... 
by New Beginnings | Mar 12, 2018 | Adoption Tips, Blog, Front Page
For families who have completed the adoption process and are home with their new child, filing more paperwork is often at the bottom of their list of things to do. Fortunately, many international adoptions now result in a Certificate of Citizenship (COC) being issued... 
by New Beginnings | Jan 27, 2018 | Adoption Tips, Blog, Front Page, Home Study
Answer all Questions on the Forms We appreciate families who move through the paperwork quickly, but partial and incomplete forms will only delay the process. Take the time to answer every question clearly and concisely. Use N/A and none when appropriate. All Adults... 
by Elizabeth Westermann, LCSW | Dec 7, 2017 | Adoption Tips, Blog, Front Page
Now that you are in the adoption process, you may have been matched with a child and are waiting for the placement or perhaps you are still waiting to be matched with a child. The holiday season extends for over a month with parties to attend, gifts to buy and...