Sarah Sparkes

Adoption is a rewarding journey, but not everyone automatically qualifies. If you’re new to the process, you may be wondering whether aspects of your past could impact your chances. Here’s what adoption agencies look for and what might influence your eligibility.

World Adoption Day is a time to raise awareness and celebrate adoptive families. In this blog, we bust common adoption myths, clear up misconceptions about the process, and show why adoption is a beautiful and life-changing option for those looking to start a family.

It’s National Adoption Week, and this year, we’re exploring six ways family and friends can support adoptive families as they begin this exciting new chapter.

Find out the difference between complex and additional needs, why adopted children have additional needs and how you can support them. 

Many people with disabilities worry they won’t be able to adopt—but that’s often not the case. In this blog, we explore who can adopt, bust common myths about disability and adoption, and highlight the valuable perspective people with long-term conditions can bring to parenting a child who has experienced trauma.

Thinking about adoption with children at home? Discover how to prepare your family, talk to your kids, and assess if they’re ready to welcome a new sibling.

Can you adopt siblings? Yes! There are many benefits to adopting a sibling group. We explore the challenges, rewards, and life-changing impact of growing your family through adoption.

Festive celebrations like Christmas, Hanukkah, and Eid are wonderful opportunities to socialise, but they can be overwhelming for adopted children. Here’s our guide to navigating these occasions smoothly.

Adopted children with a history of childhood trauma from challenging childhood experiences can find day-to-day tasks, such as school and homework, harder than those without trauma. Discover how you can … Addressing Homework Challenges for Children with a History of Trauma

Discover the unique challenges adoptive families face and why long-term support is essential to building healthy relationships and thriving as a family.    Why is Post-Adoption Support Essential? Adopting a child … Why Adoptive Families Need Long-Term Support

Here at Adopters for Adoption, we have first-hand experience of adoption, with some of our team having adopted themselves or were adopted in childhood. So, we know how crucial it … Supporting Your Child’s Journey of Self-Discovery

Pets are lovable, cute and entertaining, but the benefits of having pets go much further. They can positively impact your child’s immune system, promote emotional well-being and be therapy for … How Pets Transform the Lives of Adopted Children