Author: New Beginnings
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Five Ways to Cope with the Holidays While Waiting to Adopt.
You are not alone. I have spoken to many adoptive parents who find the holidays to be very difficult, triggering feelings of sadness and emptiness because they are still waiting for their child.
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You Can Make A Difference
You have a chance to make a difference in a child’s life by donating to our New Beginnings Annual Appeal. Your financial contribution will provide families with grants to adopt special needs children.
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Helpful Advice for Adopting from Pakistan
When we were starting our Pakistan adoption, my husband and I combed thru the Internet to find out what to expect in Pakistan when we landed there. There is very little information out there as to what to expect, so here are the things that we experienced.
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Adoption Home Study: Seven Tips to Make the Process Easier
The home study is one of the most important documents generated during the adoption process and is required for every domestic and international adoption.
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Moving from infertility to adoption – Decision Making Help
Here are a few select articles that address the multifaceted issues such as the emotional, physical, financial and quality of life challenges impacting decision making and moving towards adoption.
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2017 NY Times Square Taekwondo & Hansik Festival
Friday, June 23, 2017 42nd-43rd Street, Times Square, New York
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Korean Wait Times are Shorter
The numbers are in and wait times in Korea continue to get shorter. For most families, once the home study is complete, the length of time for a referral is less than two months.
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Summer Scholarship Opportunity for Korean Adoptees
ESWS is still accepting applications for the 2017 Korean Language and Culture Program. Application must be filed by May 5, 2017. This program gives Korean adoptees the opportunity to live on campus at Hallym University.
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Visit from Eastern Social Welfare Society
New Beginnings was pleased to host the President of ESWS, Dr. Jin Sook Kim, Ph.D., and the Director of Planning, Mr. Hyunki Kim on March 30, 2017. It was wonderful to see old friends whom we have worked with for over thirty years. The meeting was productive. Adoptive placements are only a small part of…
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In the Process of Adoption? How to Keep Your Marriage Healthy
With the hope that adoption brings, feelings of powerlessness and anxiety can overtake many couples and put strain on the strongest relationships.
