Adoption... What Type?

Want to know more about private or state adoptions, adopting a baby or transracial adoptions? Learn more about the different types of adoption below.

Adopting a Baby

Adopting a baby is not a substitute to parenthood - it is parenthood, simply achieved by a different method.

Adopting a Child

Adopting a child from the state is very different from adopting privately. Adoptive families should be educated in each before making their decision.

Private or State Adoption

Both private and state adoptions are much different than what many people believe. Be sure to do plenty of research on each before making a final decision.

Transracial Adoption

Transracial adoption refers to the adoption of a child that is of a different race than that of the adoptive parents.

What is the Difference Between Open, Closed and Semi-Open Adoptions?

Learn the difference betwen open, closed and semi-open adoptions and how they benefit the adoptive family, birth mother and adopted child.

Things to Consider

One of the very first steps any couple should take before beginning their adoption journey is to decide which type of adoption best suits them. There are many factors to consider when choosing adoption.

Is Adopting in the U.S. Possible?

Many people believe it is not possible to adopt a child in the U.S. due to cost, wait and a lack of children available for adoption. Find out why this is untrue and read the real truths about domestic adoption.

Is International Adoption risky?

Risks exist in every type of adoption, so ultimately it is up to the adoptive couple to determine what risks are acceptable to them and which risks are unacceptable. Some of the most common risks involved with international adoption are discussed in this article.

Is Domestic Adoption Risky?

Risks exist in every type of adoption however the risks involved with a domestic adoption are often less severe than what most couples hear through the media. Some of the most common risks are discussed in this article.

What Control Do Adoptive Families Have?

Although birth mothers choose the adoptive family for the child, adoptive families do still have some control in the adoption process.

Openness in Adoption

Many fears surrounding open adoption and the effect it has on the adopted child are based on myths.
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  • What is the total cost for the entire adoption?

    There are several factors that determine the total cost for an adoption, including the program you choose. Variables such as medical bills, birth mother expenses and legal fees vary for each adoption. We strive to maintain affordable adoptions without cutting corners. Please see the Our Domestic Adoption Programs section for further details.

  • Can we choose the gender of our baby?

    Have your heart set on a bouncing baby boy or a new little princess? American Adoptions now offers a gender-specific option for families hoping for a specific gender. With this option families would pay an additional Gender-Specific Fee to help our agency locate and work with birth mothers meeting this additional criteria. Please note that gender specificity may increase wait time. This fee is in addition to all other program fees and is not considered part of your adoption budget. This fee is waived for families in the Agency-Assisted Program. Please contact us at 1-800-ADOPTION for minimum budget details.

  • Do we need to retain our own attorney?

    No - American Adoptions has established relationships with some of the best adoption attorneys in the nation. It is important to note that adoption laws vary state-to-state and often even county-to-county. As such, it is important to utilize the services of an attorney that specializes in adoption in the state the adoption will finalize in, which we will not know until you are matched with an expectant mother. Retaining your own attorney at this time is not necessary and may be an additional expense to you that is not needed.

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