Adoption Advocates

02/16/2026

The “best adoption agency” isn’t simply the largest or most well-known. It's the one that feels like a fit for your values and your needs. What feels right for one person may not be right for another, and that’s okay.

So where do you start when choosing an agency? Swipe to see a few key personal considerations - plus green flags you should look for.

Could Adoption Advocates be the right adoption agency for you? Start exploring at https://www.AdoptionAdvocates.net.

02/15/2026

✨ **Save the Date!** ✨

We’re celebrating 35 YEARS on Sunday, April 26 and would to celebrate with our birth parents and adoptive families! 💛

We want to make sure you receive your invite. If your contact info has changed, please update us here: https://forms.gle/U88KLXmTSWKq44nQ8

More details coming soon—we can’t wait to see you! 🎉

02/14/2026

Thinking about growing your family through adoption? Join us online for a conversation with Executive Director Rory Hall to learn about Adoption Advocates. Rory will explain the AAI philosophy, how our process works and answer your questions about open adoption.⁠
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Adoptive Parent Info Session⁠
Tuesday, March 3, 2026⁠
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.⁠
Online ⁠
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This info session is free, but advance sign up is required. Secure your spot now at https://heyor.ca/rnqdVd

02/14/2026

02/13/2026

Meet Camryn & Austin, this week's Featured Family that is ready to adopt!

"Adoption has always held a special place in our hearts. Camryn’s younger brother, Crew, was adopted, and his story inspired us to consider adoption for our own family.

We know adoption takes strength, trust, and courage. We are ready to walk this journey with open hearts and gratitude, knowing what a meaningful gift it is."

Want to learn more about Camryn and Austin to see if they're the right match for your adoption plan? See their online profile or send them a message now: https://heyor.ca/XZNTfQ

02/12/2026

Birth moms: are you interested in a unique opportunity to connect with other birth moms in your area?

Save the date! 🗓️🌼 Our Spring Birth Mom Dinners are happening on Thursday, May 7th! Are you a birth mom interested in hosting one of these dinners in your city? Please reach out to ashley@bravelove.org for more details! https://www.bravelove.org/birth-mom-dinners/

02/06/2026

Meet Jamie & Will, one of our Texas couples recently approved to adopt!

"We’ve been married for 3 years and are each other’s best friends. Jamie works as a pediatric pharmacist and has a big heart for helping others. William is originally from Scotland and brings a wonderful sense of humor and adventure to our life together.

We love traveling, trying new foods, and an occasional concert. Our families, both near and far, are a big part of our lives and have been very supportive on our adoption journey.

Pregnant and looking for a family to adopt your baby? Learn more about Jamie and Will online or send them a message: https://www.adoptionadvocates.net/adoptive-family-jamie-will/

02/04/2026

Adoption consultants offer guidance and education to adoptive families. They are not licensed to place children or match expectant mothers with families, but they may help with:

- Choosing an agency or attorney
- Creating a profile book
- Preparing for home studies
- Understanding different types of adoption
- Providing support through the process

Consultants can be helpful if they’re transparent about their limitations. In Texas, a consultant cannot legally match families with expectant mothers or accept payment to connect people for the purpose of adoption.

02/04/2026

Discovering your girlfriend is pregnant can stir up a whirlwind of emotions—shock, fear, excitement, or even confusion. If adoption is on the table, you might be asking yourself: What does this mean for me? Do I have a say?

Rest assured, you do.

Learn more about your rights and responsibilities in our latest blog post: https://www.adoptionadvocates.net/girlfriend-is-pregnant-considering-adoption/

02/02/2026

Made-for-TV movies have planted a seed of fear in many families that biological parents can bust down the door and take their child back at any moment. That is not how adoption works in reality.

Before an adoption can be finalized, a birth parent must legally and voluntarily terminate their parental rights, or a court must terminate those rights for cause. In Texas, a birth mother signs an Affidavit of Voluntary Relinquishment no sooner than 48 hours after birth, and if signed to an agency, this document becomes irrevocable once it is signed and accepted by the court. If signed in a private adoption, using an attorney instead of an agency, the birth parent has a 10 day revocation period.

This means that once parental rights are terminated—either voluntarily or by court order—the birth parents no longer have legal authority to parent the child. They cannot later change their minds or “take the child back” once those rights have been relinquished and the court has approved the termination.

There is no legal pathway for a biological parent to undo a properly executed termination of parental rights or overturn a finalized adoption except in extremely rare cases involving fraud or coercion.

01/28/2026

If you’re wondering whether you might be pregnant, you’re probably carrying a lot right now — questions, stress, maybe even fear about what this could mean. That’s okay. You don’t need to have everything figured out right now.

Start by confirming your pregnancy with a free, confidential pregnancy test near you. Tap the link in our bio to find a clinic or pregnancy resource center in Texas.

If your result is positive and you don’t feel ready to be a parent, support is available. Adoption Advocates is here to answer questions, explain options (including adoption), and listen without judgment or pressure. Whenever you’re ready, you can reach out and take the next step feeling informed, supported, and in control of your choices.

Visit: AdoptionAdvocates.net/pregnant⁠
Call: (512) 477-1122⁠
Text: (512) 270-8415

01/25/2026

Last chance to register for our next Open Adoption for Prospective Adoptive Parents seminar!

This valuable training offers a supportive space to learn what open adoption really looks like — beyond checklists and paperwork. You’ll gain practical insights from professionals as well as open, honest perspectives from birth parents, adoptive families and adoptees themselves.

Event Details
Part 1 — In Person, Austin, TX
Saturday, January 31, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Follow-Up Sessions — Virtual
Wednesdays: February 4, 11 & 18
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

You do not need to be adopting through Adoption Advocates to participate. This workshop is beneficial for anyone pursuing open adoption, including independent adoptions and domestic adoptions through other agencies.

REGISTER NOW --> Tap the link in our bio or visit AdoptionAdvocates.net/events.