Adoptive Family Articles
Consent to AdoptionInformation on how, what and when a consent is taken in an adoption proceeding and for what reasons a birth parent may revoke their consent.
Taking Care of YourselfWhen adopting a child, it is critical that you also take care of yourself. Learn how support groups, adoption preparation classes and respite care may help.
Overview of Adoption In The United StatesFacts and statistics on adoption in the United States.
The Adoption ProcessLearn what initial steps you must first take to begin the adoption process
Domestic Adoption MythsLearn the truth about common adoption myths, including wait time, cost and how many babies are adopted each year.
My Special Mother's Day GiftRead how one woman celebrated her first Mother's Day after adopting her daughter.
Adoption 101Adoption is a process that is explored by many individuals. Approximately 25percent of the population is directly affected by it.
When should you hire an attorney for your adoption process?It is not necessary to hire an attorney until you have decided on the International Adoption Professional who will arrange your adoption. With International adoptions, attorneys are not typically needed until the very end of the adoption process.
Why do Hollywood Stars Adopt Overseas?Today the names "Maddox" and "Zahara" are as ingrained in pop culture as the names of their adoptive mother, Angelina Jolie.
Reflections: An Adoptive Mother Shares Her Insights into Raising an Adopted ChildThe following is an interview with Cheryl, a mother who adopted her son, Garrett, with American Adoptions 10 years ago. Cheryl reflects back on her own adoption journey, as well as what it’s really like to raise an adopted child.