Author: Pamela

Making It Official: Creative Adoption Announcement Ideas to Celebrate Your Missing Piece Celebrate your new arrival! Discover 5 creative adoption announcement ideas and learn how to share your story with the Children’s House International community. There is a singular, electric moment in every adoption journey. It happens after the paperwork mountains are climbed, the home...

Building Bonds: Christmas Family Traditions for Adoptive Families Discover heartwarming Christmas family traditions perfect for adoptive families. Learn how holiday bonding activities build identity and shared memories. The holiday season is finally here. For many of us, this time of year brings a rush of nostalgia—memories of twinkling lights, specific smells wafting from the kitchen,...

A Journey of Hope: Ghana Adoption Program Discover the rewarding journey of adopting a child from Ghana with CHI. Learn about the children waiting for families and our supportive adoption process. In West Africa, nestled along the Gulf of Guinea, lies a country known for its vibrant culture, lush landscapes, and the incredible warmth of...

Adoption Readiness: Is Your Family Ready to Adopt a Child? Are you ready to adopt? Our guide covers the emotional, financial, and practical steps for adoption readiness. Learn how Children’s House International can support you. Are You ready to Adopt? A Guide to Preparing Your Heart and Home Deciding to grow your family through adoption...

Helping Your Adopted Child from Abroad Discover the Joy of Halloween in America Learn how to introduce Halloween to your internationally adopted child with compassion and cultural awareness. CHI shares expert adoption parenting tips, from costumes to blending traditions. Introduction Halloween is one of the most beloved traditions in the United States, filled with costumes,...

Blending Families: Biological and Adopted Children Considering blending biological and adopted children? This friendly guide covers adoption family dynamics, sibling relationships, and offers support for your journey. Considering adoption is a journey filled with excitement, hope, and many questions. If you already have biological children or plan to have them in the future, a common...

Understanding the Adoption Tax Credit Learn how the Adoption Tax Credit can help with adoption costs. Our guide covers who qualifies, how it works, and the new 2025 changes. Growing your family through adoption is an exciting journey, but the costs involved can sometimes feel overwhelming. Fortunately, financial help is available. The Adoption Tax Credit...