Adopting siblings

When we talk to families about the children who typically wait for adoptive families, there are some common themes: usually children with medical or developmental needs, lots of boys, older children, and siblings. Many families will reply that they are open to siblings, however, the majority of tho

Within the foster care system siblings (who make up 2/3 of the kids in care) are kept together as often as possible, with the goal being that the whole group is adopted by the same family. Here are some reasons to consider adopting sibling groups. Adopting sibling groups offers them stability. When you keep a […]

Terri and Michael Hawthorn adopted seven siblings on Dec. 3 — bringing their number of children up to 13

It's a lot harder to get older and no longer be seen as a member of my own family unless I have a neon sign above my head telling the public we're related.

Adopting a sibling group has many benefits for the children. There are also extra challenges to consider. Tips for thinking about sibling group adoption.

Sibling relationships play an important role in a child's life. Adoption adds a different dynamic. These tips can help birth and adoptive parents talk with their child about biological siblings, half siblings, and siblings they aren't genetically related to.

All six children expressed deep gratitude to their adoptive parents for not only adopting them, but taking them all in together. #adoptionislove #adoption

Katie Page gained viral attention in 2019 after discovering that her foster daughter was actually the biological sister of her newly adopted son. Now the family is celebrating yet another addition!

"I finally have a real family," said one of the brothers, Today reports

Adopting two, three or more children at the same time requires careful consideration, but for the right parents, it can be very rewarding!