24
Jul
Photo of the Week
We hope your summer has been full of adventures! If you would like your child to be featured as the Photo of the Week, please email info@mljadoptions.com.
Blog
23
Jul
#Share4Adoption 2015
I came across a really cool picture on my friends Facebook page, my friend’s hand making half a heart connected to a Wendy’s cup with the other half of the heart. I kept on scrolling, like many of us do when on social media. Then this morning I was playing around on Pinterest and started ...
22
Jul
Visit Prompts Sharing of Adoptive Children’s History
An adoptive parent stopped by our offices for a visit with her two adopted children. One child was adopted several years ago from Eastern Europe, the second was adopted from Africa. It always makes my day to see firsthand the benefits of adoption to our children and families. Over the years in working in adoption, ...
20
Jul
Meet Anastasia!
Name: Anastasia Huffman Title at MLJ: Administrative Assistant What do you actually DO with MLJ? I am a utility player- I help out where ever I am needed, which includes organization and filing duties. What is your favorite part about what you do with MLJ? Being a part of the bigger picture- even if it is just organizing files ...
17
Jul
Photo of the Week
Siblings, summer and adoption from Samoa – these are a few of our favorite things! If you would like your child to be featured as a Photo of the Week, please email info@mljadoptions.com.
16
Jul
Meet Brittany!
Name: Brittany Smith Title at MLJ: Home Study Assistant What do you actually do with MLJ? I help families complete the Home study process and the Post Adoption Reports after their adoption is complete. I also help the Support Services department in walking alongside families through their adoption process. What is your favorite part about what you do ...
15
Jul
My Advice to Adoptive Families
International Program Director, Lydia Tarr, has personally adopted four children from Ukraine and professionally she has assisted in placing over 200 children. Focus on getting ready for your child, instead of on which day they will arrive. Children who have come from a background of trauma, neglect or abuse will oftentimes require a different approach ...
13
Jul
What is Hague International Adoption?
in Resources
The Hague Convention on the Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Inter-Country Adoption (Hague Adoption Convention) is an international agreement to establish safeguards to ensure that intercountry adoptions take place in the best interests of the child. The Convention entered into force for the United States in April 2008. Hague Convention Countries ...
10
Jul
Photo of the Week
This beautiful family is joining us next Saturday for our Latin America Information Session at our offices in Indianapolis. We would love for you to join us! If you would like your child to be featured as our Photo of the Week, please email info@mljadoptions.com.
9
Jul
School’s Out – Time for Summer Reading!
in Resources
School’s out for summer! The kids are home and it’s finally time to relax for the summer. However, keeping the kids plugged into school activities is a challenge. We have a list of adoption books to help you talk with your kids about adoption or help them better understand their experiences. These books may also ...
8
Jul
Community Will Answer Questions at Adoption Information Session
When I want advice on cooking, clothing or cars, I usually know who to reach out to. For cooking questions, I call my mom. For clothing questions, I call a friend. For car questions, I call my dad. I am thankful to be in a network of people who can answer most of my questions. ...
7
Jul
Summer Reading: Adoptive Parenting
in Resources
Ready or not, summer is here! The warm weather has moved in, the jackets have been packed away, the air conditioning is on and the days are now filled with sunshine and time at the pool. With summer here that means summer reading lists for you while you are on the beach or maybe just ...
6
Jul
How Do I Begin an International Adoption?
in Resources
If you want to learn more, please contact us.
3
Jul
Photo of the Week
Happy 4th of July! We hope you enjoy your holiday weekend with your family and friends! If you would like your child to be featured as our Photo of the Week, please email info@mljadoptions.com.
2
Jul
Meet Adriana!
Name: Adriana Tebbe Title at MLJ: Coordinator for Latin American Adoptions What do you actually do with MLJ? I help families through the dossier process and answer all questions they may have. I deal directly with our lawyers in the chosen country and gather any needed information from them for families. What is your favorite part about what ...
1
Jul
Why Do I Need a Primary Provider to Adopt My Mexican Relative?
in Mexico
Some of the most frequent inquiries we receive about our Mexico international adoption program are from individuals and attorneys with questions about adopting relatives from Mexico. Families looking to begin the adoption process and even for those who have Mexican adoption decrees must still go through the same international adoption process as non-relatives. It may ...
30
Jun
Four Ways Social Media Has Positively Impacted Adoption
Social media has revolutionized the way humans interact with one another. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google + and the various other social media platforms have allowed people to develop relationships outside of their cities, towns, states and countries. People are interconnected in new ways. The world feels smaller than ever before. Today we are sharing four ...
29
Jun
Lessons From the Kitchen Table
I recently attended a family event in Tennessee, my home state, where I got to visit with many extended family members and old friends, people I unfortunately get to see entirely too seldom. We spent time at my aunt’s home, my sister’s house and my in-laws’ home and much of that time was spent chatting ...
26
Jun
Photo of the Week
We appreciate when visitors stop by the office! David Michael Latt and his family adopted from Africa with MLJ Adoptions five years ago. Our team enjoyed having the opportunity to see pictures of his child, and hear about how adoption has changed their lives. David is a film producer, and produced the movies Sharknado 1, ...
25
Jun
Bulgaria is International Adoption Success Story
in Bulgaria
MLJ Adoptions’ Bulgaria program is an excellent option for families desiring to adopt a single child, a sibling group, or children with special needs. Bulgaria is a Hague Convention Country which introduces a level of stability and predictability into the international adoption process. In 2014, 18 children came home to MLJ Adoptions’ families. We are thankful ...
24
Jun
Who Can Adopt from Samoa?
in Samoa
Samoa is an island nation located in the South Pacific, with the closest neighbor being New Zealand. Due to its remoteness, many people have not heard of it and locating it on a map may be difficult. Despite it’s small population, approximately 200,000, there continues to be a need for adoptive families to open their homes ...
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