General Information

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Can we connect with you before investing in an adoption profile design?

I offer a 15-minute no-charge consultation where we can discuss your needs and get to know each other. This initial meeting helps you determine if my adoption profile design services are the right fit for you. Feel free to ask any questions about creating your adoption profile during this session.

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What do we need to get started on our adoption profile book?

You will be provided with a full list of everything needed. Materials include family photos, personal stories, and specific details you’d like to include in your adoption profile. We’ll also discuss any requirements from your adoption agency in Canada. An initial consultation will help us gather all necessary information and align our approach with your vision for your adoption profile design.

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How long does it take to complete an adoption profile book?

The timeline for completing an adoption profile book typically ranges from 4 to 6 weeks. This depends on the complexity of the adoption profile design and your specific requirements. I also offer expedited services for those who need their adoption profile completed more quickly, just make sure you ask.

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Pricing and Payments

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Why is the cost of creating an adoption profile book so high?

The cost reflects the comprehensive nature of my adoption profile design services. Each adoption profile book involves an extensive amount of time and detail. From initial consultations to creating the vision, writing the content, graphic design, and digitizing, not to mention editing. I’m not just throwing together a photo book for you; you could do that. I’m paying attention to every detail to ensure that your adoption profile stands out to expectant parents in Canada.

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I'm also offering inclusive pricing, so if a project takes longer than anticipated, your cost stays the same; nobody is counting hours.

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What are your payment plan options for adoption profile design services?

I offer payment plans to help manage the cost of your adoption profile book. Typically, a 50% upfront payment is required to start the project, with the remaining 50% due after writing and concept approval. This helps you plan your budget while ensuring you receive a high-quality adoption profile design.
 

Are refunds available if we change our mind?

Due to the personalized nature of adoption profile design, I cannot offer refunds after payment. Each adoption profile book is custom-made, and I invest significant time to ensure it meets your expectations. I am committed to editing and adjusting until you love your adoption profile book.

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Design and Customization

Can we include custom elements like our handwriting or a logo in our adoption profile book?

Yes, I offer custom font creation from your handwriting for letters and a personalized logo for your adoption profile. These custom elements add a unique and personal touch to your adoption profile book, making it stand out to expectant parents in Canada. These are just some of the things I did in my own adoption profile book, and if you have a creative idea, let me know!

 

Do we have to have professional photos for our adoption profile?

While not mandatory, professional photos are highly recommended for your adoption profile. They enhance the overall quality and appeal of the adoption profile book. Investing in professional photographs, even through a mini session, can make a significant difference in how your adoption profile is perceived.

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Can you help us work with a photographer for our adoption profile?

Absolutely. I offer a free 25-page photography guide for adoption profiles, which you can use or share with your photographer. Additionally, you can hire me to collaborate directly with your photographer to plan a session that captures the best images for your adoption profile book, ensuring a cohesive and compelling final product.

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Do you provide a digital version of the adoption profile book?

Yes, I provide a digital version of your adoption profile book in PDF format. You will receive two versions—one optimized for mobile devices and one for desktop use—to be easily and conveniently viewed by birth parents.
 

Can you help with printing our adoption profile book?

Yes, I offer book print coordination services for your adoption profile book. This includes overseeing the printing process, a printed real sample (included in cost) that I review, and then send to you to review, and ensuring the final print meets your standards. Final printing costs are not included, but I handle all logistics to deliver a high-quality printed adoption profile.

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Can you create a website version of our adoption profile?

Yes, I can create a single-page website version of your adoption profile book, including the first year of domain registration. You will ask for this option during the quoting process. This is a great way to increase your profile’s visibility online. Please check the local laws in Canada to ensure that publishing your adoption profile online is permitted in your province.

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Process and Revisions

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How will we communicate during the adoption profile design process?

I offer multiple channels for communication, including email, video chat, and even phone calls. Throughout the process of creating your adoption profile, you will have access to me to address any questions or concerns and to provide regular updates on your adoption profile book.

How involved can we be in the adoption profile design process?

You will be actively involved in every step of the adoption profile design process. From the initial consultation to concept approval, writing approval, your feedback is crucial in shaping the adoption profile book. I work closely with you to ensure the final adoption profile reflects your story and personality.

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What if we need revisions to our adoption profile book later on?

If you need revisions in the future, we can discuss whether you want a complete creative overhaul or just small edits to your adoption profile book. My rate is $50 per hour, but I provide quotes in advance for all projects and honor those quotes to ensure transparency and predictability in costs.

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Legal and Marketing

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Will you advertise our adoption profiles online?

If it is legal in your province in Canada to publish your adoption profile online with a third party, I can include your adoption profile on my website for viewing by expectant parents. This can help increase the visibility of your adoption profile and connect you with the right match.
 

Will we be chosen faster if we use your adoption profile design services?

While I cannot guarantee a faster match, I do ensure that your adoption profile book is carefully and intentionally created which I believe will stand out to the right expectant family. A high-quality adoption profile can significantly improve how you are perceived by expectant parents. Let's be real for a minute: do families get chosen regardless of their adoption profile books? Yes, but could they have been chosen sooner had they had a stand-up adoption profile book? Are there families waiting longer than they need to because their profile book doesn’t leave an impression?
 

Can you work with my adoption agency in Canada?

I am happy to work directly with any adoption agency in Canada. Most of the time this just means you will send me their requirements/recommendations for profile books as far as length, content, and format. One of my goals is to also collaborate with the agencies proactively to gather their recommended formats.

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