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Make no mistake, giving birth to a child is nothing short of miraculous. For the women who are able to get pregnant, the experience will undoubtedly change their lives forever. For those who are struggling with infertility, medical science has provided new and exciting options, including the option of using a gestational surrogate (carrier). […]
It is no secret that for some couples it is difficult, if not impossible, to safely carry a baby to full term. Fortunately, modern science has provided hopeful parents with multiple options. Through processes like traditional and gestational surrogacy, many couples have the ability to fulfill their dreams of creating a family of their own. […]
Recently, our team took a journey up to Philadelphia to attend the 2nd annual “When It Takes More Than Two to Make a Baby” conference at Thomas Jefferson University. The conference is specifically designed for infertility counseling and is sponsored by the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the university. The three day conference […]
Here at Thompson Dove Law Group, we have a passion for building families through adoption and assisted reproduction. This passion comes from the rewarding work we do, and from the incredible team that makes all of our efforts a reality. Each month, we will give you an insider’s look into what makes life at our […]
For many adoptive parents, the process of choosing to go forward with adoption is an exciting yet stressful time. Whether you are searching for a birthmother or spending countless hours researching agencies or firms to handle the logistics, adoption is a thoughtful process. As an adult, you are able to grasp the magnitude of the […]
May is a special month when we come together to celebrate the strength and sacrifice of some of the greatest people in the world…mothers. Mother’s Day is a beautiful tradition and a special […]
Last month, actress Cate Blanchett and her husband decided to complete their family of six through adoption. The family adopted Edith Vivian Patricia in the United States. With three biological sons (Dashiel, Roman and Ignatius), Edith is the perfect addition. When asked about the adoption, Blanchett eloquently replied, “There’s a lot of children out […]
At Thompson Dove Law Group, we truly value some good, family fun. That’s why we rounded up some of our favorites coming up in May to share with you. Here are three family-friendly events to look forward to in South Carolina: Strawberry Festival When: May 1 and 2 Where: Walter Elisha Park, Fort Mill, SC […]
Here at Thompson Dove Law Group, our mission is to build families through adoption and assisted reproduction. Family building has been our focus since 1975. In this post, we’d like to give you a behind-the-scenes look into how the firm came to be. Meet Fletcher Thompson, father of James Fletcher Thompson. Mr. Thompson started this […]
In a recent study from the American Psychological Association, a question was raised, “Do adopted children show lower self-esteem than non-adopted peers, and do transracial adoptees show lower self-esteem than same-race adoptees?” This blog post will provide a recap of the study and a brief discussion of its implications. To start, we must investigate why this […]