Creating an adoption profile

Creating an adoption profile can be tricky. It takes time, and it's best to work on it a little at a time, as opposed to trying to sit down and write it all at once. The good news is, it will probably closely resemble your adoption website, so the work you are doing will save you time when you create your adoption website.

Microsoft word is a good way to create your profile. It's not easy to get backgrounds to look good though. Writing text and inserting pictures is easy enough though. If you are savvy with adobe photoshop or a card creating software, like Greeting Card Deluxe Factory 2, you can get better results. It's not easy to work with more advanced software, but the results are much more pleasing, at least to the eye! You don't want to make your profile so hi tech looking that it's difficult to read or intimidating. You want it to look nice, since it may be your first impression and you never get a second chance to make a first impression. I DO NOT recommend handwriting a profile and attaching pictures, please find someone who can type it up for you, once you have written out what you want it to say.

Write in simple, straightforward language, you can't assume potential birthparents will understand you if start using complex words and phrases. Use a font that is easy to read and large enough to be read without difficulty. Pick out and include pictures of you with your partner, extended family, and friends. Include pictures of you doing things you like to do. Make it have a personal feel. After reading the profile, a potential birthparent should feel like that got a good glimpse into your life.

Finally, make sure you print out the profile on a decent quality color printer. I recommend keeping the original printout and taking it to office max, staples or some other place that can do color copies at a reasonable price. Make a few copies of your entire profile and keep them on hand to give to potential birthparents. You can always make more from the originals if needed.

If you find that creating a profile is too complex, and need help, or your you can contact me through my business website for assistance at a reasonable price. Remember, your adoption profile is like a resume and yours must stand out to increase your chances of being picked by potential birthparents.