Our Blog Posts
Gulf Coast Adoption’s blog page is dedicated to spreading awareness and informing visitors about all things adoption-related so you can more easily navigate this process.
May 12, 2023
What a difference a day makes. That was my thought on December 26, 2016, when my wife Cheryl and I met our daughter, Sloane. I’m sure […]
November 29, 2022
Pensacola, FLA. (November 28, 2022) – Gulf Coast Adoptions, by Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon (GCA) is excited to announce a new location in Mobile, Alabama that will serve women […]
October 11, 2022
Most parents intend to raise their children to adulthood. Unfortunately, however, some parents face challenges that render them unable to properly care for their children. While […]
September 29, 2022
Choosing whether to become a parent is a monumental decision. While many women have time to deliberate the question, others unexpectedly find themselves pregnant and must […]
September 9, 2022
Women dealing with unplanned pregnancies are often uncertain about whether they want to be a parent. Until recently, women throughout the United States had a federally […]
August 4, 2022
Generally, Florida courts recognize that the bond between a parent and a child is sacred and will do their best to protect and maintain their relationship. […]
July 22, 2022
Being a parent is rewarding but can often be challenging and stressful. In some instances, parents lack the ability or means to parent their children and […]
March 15, 2022
For many women, pregnancy is an exciting time during which they eagerly anticipate the birth of their child. Some women, though, lack the resources or ability […]
February 15, 2022
If you are pregnant and considering adoption in Alabama, you may have many questions about the process and about whether it is the right choice for […]
January 20, 2022
Research and Discussion It is important to learn as much as you can about adoption and the adoption process to ensure you make the best choice […]
September 3, 2021
The adoption tax credit applies to all adoptions, including private adoption and special needs adoption, with the exception of a stepparent adoption. Qualified Expenses The adoption […]
March 4, 2021
The key difference is marriage. If you are married and want to adopt your spouse’s child, you are seeking a stepparent adoption. If you are not […]
August 27, 2020
Not all children are provided the love, care, and support they deserve. Some individuals’ life choices or circumstances simply make it impossible for them to properly […]
May 27, 2020
When you are adopting a child, you must begin with a home study. An adoption home study is an overview of your life. It consists of […]
April 3, 2020
In only a few short weeks, the COVID-19 virus has changed the way Americans live. Commerce has ceased in most cities, people have stopped socializing, celebrating, […]
March 9, 2020
Expectant Mothers – Considering Adoption for My Baby Not everyone who becomes pregnant is ready to raise a child. Unplanned pregnancies can happen. They are not […]
February 7, 2020
Being pregnant in prison is a difficult situation to be in. However, you are not without rights and options. The actions or incidents that led to […]
January 31, 2020
An unexpected pregnancy can be a surprising and shocking development in your life. Deciding what to do about the pregnancy can be stressful. If your life […]
January 24, 2020
An unexpected pregnancy can bring with it many mixed feelings. You may have feelings of joy and sadness, delight and fear, love and sorrow. If your […]
January 17, 2020
Relative Adoption When many people hear the word “adoption”, they think of the common scenario of a couple adopting a child not related to them by […]
September 9, 2019
While the number of teen pregnancies has decreased in the past few years, there are still young ladies who find themselves in this position. This can […]
August 9, 2019
Historically, adoptions were secret arrangements that were filled with confidentiality. The birth parents and adoptive parents didn’t know each other. The child was left with many […]
May 10, 2019
An unplanned pregnancy may bring many uncertainties. It can be a scary experience for some women. If you are in this position, there are many things […]
April 26, 2019
When starting the adoption process, you have options. You can adopt a child from the U.S. foster care system, adopt an infant or child in the U.S., […]
February 28, 2019
If you’ve lost contact with the birth parents, the adoptive family or the adopted child, there are ways to find them. The State of Florida maintains […]
December 7, 2018
The joy of bringing a new child home in time for the holidays is a marvelous feeling for adoptive parents. Gulf Coast Adoptions knows that this […]
November 2, 2018
Bringing a new baby home is an exciting experience, but you need to ensure that you’re prepared for the first year with a new child at […]
October 5, 2018
Making the decision to adopt a baby is a big decision. You and your family members should ensure that you’re prepared for what is to come, […]
September 7, 2018
Finding out that you’re pregnant before you have things ready for a child can be frightening. For some women or teens, including those who are in […]
August 10, 2018
Preparing for a baby’s birth is a big undertaking. When the baby is going to be adopted, there are two families that must prepare. The birth […]
June 11, 2018
Many people in society think placing a child for adoption is an easy choice for the birth parents. These individuals don’t realize the amount of thought […]
May 4, 2018
The decision adopt is life changing – for you and for the adoptive child. The process isn’t always easy, and there may be stressful times until […]
April 23, 2018
Finding yourself unexpectedly pregnant comes with a variety of emotions, and you may find yourself wondering what’s best for you and your baby. If you’re considering […]
October 10, 2017
Did you know there is more than one type of adoption? There are three types and they are commonly referred to as open, semi-open or closed. […]
September 5, 2017
Attorney Clay Whittaker and his wife, Lead Adoption Coordinator Cheryl Whittaker, founded Gulf Coast Adoptions to create new families. Inspired by the adoption of their newborn […]
August 27, 2017
There is great news for prospective adoptive parents. The federal adoption tax credit that had expired on December 31, 2012, was reenacted in the beginning of […]