My Adoption Stories

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  • The Evolution of Adoption: Kerry Tobar Shares Gladney’s 140-Year Story

    The Evolution of Adoption: Kerry Tobar Shares Gladney’s 140-Year Story

    When people picture adoption today, they might think of families being brought together through agencies, with care for the children and intentional placement. But it wasn’t always this way.

  • Adoption Education in Schools and Hospitals: The AdoptED Program

    Adoption Education in Schools and Hospitals: The AdoptED Program

    By Teesta Bhola-Shah Adoption is often misunderstood, and those misunderstandings can shape the way adoptees, professionals, and families think about it. The only way to correct these misconceptions surrounding adoption is through purposeful education. At the Gladney Center for Adoption, the AdoptED program works to do that, making sure that accurate information about adoption is…

  • How Should We Ask Questions About Adoption?

    How Should We Ask Questions About Adoption?

    I have a little brother who’s adopted, and growing up, I’ve heard a lot of comments from classmates and even adults that were confusing, frustrating, or just plain hurtful. At the same time, most people are just genuinely curious, and don’t mean harm at all. That’s why I think it’s important to talk about how…

  • July 2025 Adoption Stories: Books, Movies, Websites and More

    July 2025 Adoption Stories: Books, Movies, Websites and More

    Adoption conversations are always evolving — and this July, along with legislation changing the adoption landscape, new media bringing light to the adoption experience has released as well. From new books to documentaries that challenge the narratives we’ve seen on screen for decades, July 2025 has brought new updates across the media.

  • Adoption in July 2025: Legislative Shifts Bringing Uncertainty

    Adoption in July 2025: Legislative Shifts Bringing Uncertainty

    This July, a lot has been happening in the world of adoption, and honestly, it feels like there is finally some good news for people who want to adopt. At the same time, there are still a lot of debates and arguments surrounding adoption. Here’s what you need to know.