Bringing a child into the world is a profound experience, and for some birth mothers, choosing adoption is a courageous decision rooted in love and a desire for a better life for their child. Navigating the adoption process can be complex and emotional, but with...
In the realm of adoption, birth mothers play a pivotal role, yet they often face misconceptions and stereotypes that can perpetuate misunderstanding and stigma. It's crucial to dispel these myths and provide information to promote empathy, understanding, and support for birth mothers and their courageous...
Why Adoption Was the Best Choice for my Child. An open letter to my child:As a birth mother, my decision to choose adoption for your sake was not easy, but it was made with love and careful consideration. Here, I want to explain why I believe...
A Heartfelt Thank You to My Birth Mom for My Amazing Adoptive Family Dear Birth Mom, I want to express my deepest gratitude to you for the incredible gift you've given me – my wonderful adoptive family. As an adopted child, I've been blessed with a loving...
Growing Up Loved: The Joyful Journey of Children Placed in Loving Adoptive Homes Every child deserves a loving and nurturing environment to grow, learn, and thrive. For many children, adoption provides the opportunity to experience the warmth and security of a forever family. At Ellen Kaplan...
The IRS issued Rev. Proc. 2022-38 on October 18, 2022, and the details of the Federal Adoption Tax Credit for adoptions finalized in 2023 are as follows:For adoptions finalized in 2023 the maximum credit will be $15,950 and the maximum credit will begin to be...
The IRS just announced the Adoption Tax Credit for 2022 and the maximum credit allowed for qualified adoption expenses is $14,890. The credit available to a taxpayer who adopts a child with special needs is also $14,890 for 2022.The credit begins to phase out for...
A Birth Mothers StoryMy adoption story was born out of the greatest love a mother can ever have for her child. It’s been a little over four years since I found out I was pregnant. I had just moved with my two kids from South...
By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNNRemember that pandemic baby boom some thought we'd see about nine months after coronavirus lockdowns swept across the US? Well, as experts predicted, so far it seems to be shaping up to be more of a baby bust. New data released by the...
Among Pregnant Women With and Without COVID-19 InfectionThe INTERCOVID Multinational Cohort StudyKey PointsQuestion To what extent does COVID-19 in pregnancy alter the risks of adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes compared with pregnant individuals without COVID-19?Findings In this multinational cohort study of 2130 pregnant women in 18 countries,...
