Author: Pamela

A Little Girl, A New Beginning ❤️ For Jack and Laura, adoption was never just about growing their family. It was about opening their hearts to a child who needed love, support, and a place to truly belong. When they met Amy for the first time, they knew the journey ahead would require patience, learning,...

Sometimes Hope Finds a Different Path A Personal Guide to International Surrogacy By Lisa Anderson International Surrogacy Consultant Children’s House International A Personal Note From Lisa If you’re reading this today, there’s a good chance your journey to parenthood hasn’t been easy. You may have spent months—or even years—hoping for a baby, going through fertility...

Adoption Gave Me More Than Children, It Gave Me Generations By Lisa Anderson, India Director at Children’s House International Lisa Anderson shares how adopting two children from India grew her family across generations, bringing grandchildren, in-laws, and a legacy of love. Learn more about India adoption through Children’s House International. Priya’s Kindergarten Graduation Made Me...

Getting to Know Your Child’s Country It is the journey that changes everything. For many adoptive families, traveling to their child’s country of origin marks a before and after… It’s not just a trip, it’s a key part of the adoption process. This journey is not optional. It is the moment when you complete essential...

Real Cost of International Adoption (It’s More Possible Than You Think!) Worried about the cost of international adoption? Learn the real expenses, payment stages, and how families make adoption affordable with planning, grants, and tax credits. Thinking about international adoption but feeling overwhelmed by the cost? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions...

Do I Qualify to Adopt? What Every Future Parent Needs to Know Wondering if you qualify for adoption? Learn the key requirements, eligibility criteria, and how Children’s House International helps you find the right program for your family. Deciding to adopt is a life-changing step. But before the paperwork, before the waiting, before even choosing...

Adopting a Child with Behavioral Issues: A Guide of Hope Navigating the adoption journey? Learn about adopting a child with behavioral issues, trauma-informed parenting, and finding the right adoption support. Welcoming a new child into your family is a beautiful, life-changing milestone. It brings immense joy, deep connection, and naturally, a unique set of challenges....

Helping Internationally Adopted Children Thrive in School Learn how to navigate educational challenges for internationally adopted children, support learning needs, and build a strong foundation for school success. Welcoming a child into your family through international adoption brings incredible joy. It also brings a unique set of responsibilities. As your child transitions into a new...

Adopting Older Children Might Be the Most Powerful Decision You’ll Ever Make When people talk about adoption, the conversation almost always starts with babies. But there are babies, kids and teenager who are still waiting. They’re not children who have been waiting too long; They are children shaped by the early stories they carry. The...

Why Choose International Adoption: Breaking Barriers and Building Families Discover the benefits of international adoption. Learn how Children’s House International guides families through programs in Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Europe. Deciding to grow your family is one of the most significant choices you will ever make. For many, the path leads to international adoption—a...