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Reunion stories, genetic genealogy how-tos, and insights from our Search Angels.

November 5, 2024

Understanding Reunion Registries

A Beacon of Hope for Adoptees and Birth Families The journey of adoption is often a complex and emotional path, both for adoptees and birth families. One vital tool in bridging the…

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June 17, 2024

What is an adoption Search Angel?

  Adoption Search Angels are remarkable individuals who selflessly dedicate their time, expertise, and compassion to helping adoptees locate and potentially connect with birth families. Search angels assist as adoptees navigate the…

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June 17, 2024

Ethical Search Practices

At DiscoverFamily.net, we uphold the highest standards of ethical search practices in our mission to reunite adoptees with their birth families. For adoptees navigating the complexities of searching for birth parents, ethical…

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June 17, 2024

What is an Adoption Triad?

The adoption triad refers to the three primary entities involved in the adoption process: birth parents, adoptive parents, and the adoptee. It recognizes the interconnected relationships and shared experiences among these three…

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June 17, 2024

What is an Adoption Agency?

An adoption agency plays a crucial role in facilitating the complex and sensitive process of adoption. It provides essential services for birth parents, adoptive parents, and, most importantly, the child being adopted.…

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June 17, 2024

Who is an Adoptee?

An “adoptee” is an individual who has been adopted. Adoption is a legal process in which a person or couple becomes the legal parent(s) of a child who is not biologically their…

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June 17, 2024

What is In-Family Adoption?

In-family adoption, also known as kinship adoption, occurs when a child is adopted by a member of their biological family other than their birth parents. This can include grandparents, aunts, uncles, or…

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