Adoption Process Articles

How do I start the adoption process?

Adoption.com is pleased to offer a free online guide for those considering adoption. The guide will walk you through the learning process, the actual steps to adoption, and give you tools... [more]

Making a Plan

One of the most significant steps you will take is to establish your general attitudes and philosophies about adoption. This will provide the foundation for the entire adoption experience,... [more]

International Homestudy

Once you have arranged to work with an international adoption agency, the agency will assign you a licensed social worker to begin your homestudy. A homestudy is required for all internatio... [more]

When you choose to adopt internationally, you are not only forming your own family with the addition of a beloved child who brings a unique and separate culture and history, but you are also making a promise to that country to raise that child with (among other things) solid values.... [more]

Domestic Adoption

Domestic adoption means adopting in the United States, as opposed to adopting internationally. There are several types of domestic adoption, all falling within the two major categories o... [more]

Adopt a Baby

In the world of adoption, the word "baby" can mean a child from newborn to toddler age (around 2 years), so here's a tip: if you're interested in adopting a newborn, limit yoursel... [more]

U.S. Government & International Adoption

Several branches of the U.S. Government play a role in international adoptions: Formerly known and INS and BCIS, this federal government agency plays a large part in the international ad... [more]

Stepchild Adoption

While it isn’t always the best solution, for many, stepchild adoption can offer many wonderful benefits to a child including permanency, sharing the family name, and reinforcing the s... [more]

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