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“I Had to Do This”: Ellen Smith on Adoption, Surrogacy, and the Power of Family
Ellen Smith is a mother, adoptee, surrogate, and podcast host who has dedicated much of her life to helping others grow their families.

Ralph M. Tsong
Apr 9, 20259 min read


Couples should consider a second parent adoption in California for children conceived through ART
Why same-sex couples should consider a second parent adoption if you or your partner conceived a child through sperm or embryo donation.

Ralph M. Tsong
Jan 9, 20253 min read


Learn How Your Adoption Finance Coach Can Help You Achieve Your Adoption Goals
Learn how our expert guidance and resources can empower you on your adoption journey.

Ralph M. Tsong
Jun 13, 20244 min read


The 2024 Adoption Tax Credit
Adopting a child can be a long journey with financial implications. This year, the U.S. government offers an adoption tax credit of up...

Ralph M. Tsong
Apr 11, 20244 min read


Oklahoma Court Grants Parentage to Sperm Donor Over Nonbiological Mom
Kris Williams, right, and Rebekah Wilson with their son. Courtesy Kris William Some states, such as California and Washington, have laws that guarantee the parentage of parents through third party assisted reproductive technology (ART) and at the same time, have created simplified adoption processes for those parents. However, in other states, parents’ only option may be just an old-school style adoption. This happened to the recently decided case in Oklahoma Court where it g

Ralph M. Tsong
Mar 16, 20233 min read
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