American Adoptions -- America's Adoption Agency
Resources and Information
Can't find what you are looking for? Having trouble determining what a specific adoption term means?
In this section, you will find Frequently Asked Questions, an Adoption Glossary, Positive Adoption terms, and more.
For any other questions you have about what you've read on our web site or about adoption in general, please call us at 1-800-ADOPTION, or request free adoption information.
Happy Holidays from American Adoptions!
| As 2011 quickly comes to an end, it is hard not to reflect back on all of the families that have become a part of the American Adoptions family over the years. In honor of this holiday season, American Adoptions would like to share with the world the many beautiful, smiling faces of adoption through the American Adoptions Holiday Photo Contest! |
It's Time for the Third Annual American Adoptions Holiday Photo Contest!
| Each year the American Adoptions family continues to grow as more and more families are created through the miracle of adoption. Over the years, our agency has had the sincere pleasure in assisting thousands of families on their own very special adoption journey. To celebrate this holiday season, American Adoptions wants to share with the world the beautiful faces of adoption through the Third Annual American Adoptions Holiday Photo Contest! The American Adoptions Holiday Photo Contest is open to all families who have adopted through our agency. Entering is simple – just send us a photo of your child by December 14! Winners will be selected by the American Adoptions staff and winning photos will appear in the December 23 issue of American Adoptions News as well on our website, www.americanadoptions.com. |
Adoption Frequently Asked Questions
| Answers to commonly asked questions regarding American Adoptions, domestic adoption and more. |
Adoption Newsletter
| Did you know that American Adoptions offers a free bi-weekly e-newsletter? Sign up today to keep up-to-date on the latest in adoption news and information. |
Adoptive Family Newsletter Archive
| Read past issues of our free bi-weekly e-newsletter. |
Adoption Videos
| We feel that one of the best ways you can learn about adoption is to listen to others who have been in your shoes and know what you are feeling. |
Famous Adoptions
| Learn which famous Hollywood actors, sports stars, politicians and other icons have been touched by adoption. |
Adoption Terms
| Have you searched the Internet but can’t find basic information to help build your base knowledge on adoption? This article will give you the adoption information you need to know that will prepare you for most other articles your read on this web site and other adoption-related web sites. |
- Adoption Home Study Process
Learn what a home study is and why you need one to adopt a child.
- Home Study Questions and Answers
While adoption home studies vary slightly from agency to agency and state to state, there are several key elements that are almost always included in every home study.
- Home Studies: State by State
Find a qualified professional in your state to complete your home study.
- 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. 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.
- Adoption Newsletter
Did you know that American Adoptions offers a free bi-weekly e-newsletter? Sign up today to keep up-to-date on the latest in adoption news and information.
- Famous Adoptions
Learn which famous Hollywood actors, sports stars, politicians and other icons have been touched by adoption.
- Adoption Glossary
Do adoption terms and phrases leave you feeling confused? Learn the meaning to key adoption words and phrases with our comprehensive adoption glossary.
