Family Formation Blog

Creating a Compelling Adoption Profile

When you wish to adopt a child, you’ll need to complete an adoption profile either to search privately (independent adoption) or through an agency. Many prospective adoptive parents don’t find out about the profile until well into the process, but you can begin working on it at...

8 Resources Every Adoptive Parent Should Have

Wondering whether you’re ready to become an adoptive parent?The truth is, almost no one ever feels truly ready for parenthood. There will always be more involved than you can prepare for. But with the right support network, you can live, learn, and grow through the process –...

Can I Prevent Information About My Adoption From Being Shared?

When an adoption is completed, family and friends may have questions. These may be more intrusive or insensitive than you’d like. In some instances, information may not necessarily be available to you. It can feel like an intrusive violation when others want to know too much...

Consent and Revocation Periods – Ever changing but ever important.

The adoption journey involves not only a complex emotional journey but a complex legal one as well.  One of the legal complications revolves around the consent and revocation time periods that apply to the adoption.  Adoptive parents often have to think about the laws where they...

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“I believe in working with each of my clients—in support of their family dynamic—to make the dreams of parenthood a reality. Whether you are single or married; or gay; a step-parent, a surrogate or intended parent or a child of adoption, it is my mission to serve as your advocate. With a dedication to the ethical and sensitive nature of each situation, I will help you understand the laws within Maryland or Washington, DC for adoption or surrogacy, and pledge to be your partner throughout the journey.” - Jennifer Fairfax

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