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When an adoption falls through, it is easier for adoptive parents to grieve the loss of the child with the support and help of friends and family.

When the adoption of a child does not go as planned, it is a devastating event for the adoptive family. Consider these tips and resources as a place to begin the healing.

When an adoption reversal happens, it is a heartbreaking experience for the adoptive family. If the birthmom is unsure of her decision, here are some caution signs.

For open adoption to work, birth and adoptive families need to be sensitive to each other's experience, define clear boundaries and keep the relationship child-centred.

Sometimes when an adoptive family is referred a child available for adoption, the fit is not right. Here are some issues that the adopting parents need to think about.

As adoption is only made possible through loss, birthparents, adopted children and adoptive families often experience grief when adoption happens.

Occurring in over 10% of U.S. adoptions, disruptions drain the adoptive family financially and emotionally, and also return the child to the foster care system.