A few years after marrying the man of my dreams, I was surprised to once again feel like an insecure single woman, willing the phone to ring.
Adopting from the United States
Basic facts about domestic adoption.
View the Adoption Costs Webinar Replay
View the replay of the webinar “Adoption Costs,” with Denise M. Bierly, Esq., and Sue Orban to learn about domestic, foster, and international adoption costs and funding strategies.
International vs. Domestic vs. Foster Adoption – Fast Facts
Is adoption for you? Explore your options here.
“How I Handled Calls from Prospective Birth Mothers”
Our advertising was placed, our adoption profile was ready to go, and it was only a matter of time before our 800-line started ringing with calls from expectant mothers. Yikes! Mercifully, I was prepared, thanks to the expertise of my adoption attorney, adoption consultant, and other adoptive parents. Here’s what I learned:
Understanding Independent Adoption
You’ll need an experienced attorney to guide you through the legal process.
Fast Facts: Adopting a Newborn in the U.S.
The annual number of infants adopted domestically (excluding foster and relative adoption) is estimated to be around 18,000 — far greater than the annual number of international adoptions. Moreover, the process of adopting a newborn in the United States can go more swiftly than you may imagine.
Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Adoption Agency
Deciding on an adoption agency can be an organizational challenge. Read up on the best questions to ask before making your choice.
Foster Adoption: Fast Facts
More and more families are starting to consider foster care. Find out why.
“A Hunger for Words”
The elusive memory of a kindred spirit has steered me, over the years, toward the heart of my own story.
“Dear Friends and Family” — Sample Adoption Announcement Letters
You’ve made the decision to adopt. How do you tell friends and family? Use the following letters as guides when composing your own.
How Should Parents Budget for a Domestic Adoption?
What costs should you be prepared for in a domestic adoption? Our legal expert explains.
“What a Trip!” – Domestic Adoption Travel
Even parents who adopt domestically need to travel. Are you ready for the journey?
How Do I Find My Domestic Adoption Team?
Tips from an adoption lawyer on deciding between independent and agency adoption, and on hiring the right professionals.
Birth Fathers’ Legal Rights in Adoption
Our legal expert explains birth father rights for alleged and presumed fathers, and what prospective adoptive parents need to consider.
Share Your Story: Travel Tips
We asked our reader panel: Tell us your best tip for saving money on adoption travel! What did you do to bring your adoption travel costs down?
Idaho Adoption Laws and Policies
Learn about Idaho adoption laws and find adoption agencies and attorneys who work with families in your state.
Timing of Adoption Update: 2010-2011
The results of the 2010-2011 Adoptive Families Cost and Timing of Adoption Survey.
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