American Adoptions has helped thousands of families make their dreams of parenthood come true through domestic adoption. However, over the years many of the families who have contacted us have also indicated a strong desire to give a child a better life through international adoption. In an effort to better serve our families, and the millions of children worldwide in need of a loving family, American Adoptions is pleased to announce a new partnership with Americans Adopting Orphans.

Americans Adopting Orphans is a licensed child placing agency, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charity, accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Hague Convention International Adoptions and a member of the Joint Council for International Children's Services (JCICS).

There are many ways of comparing agencies, here are a few common questions and answers about Americans Adopting Orphans...

You have legally adopted your child in the eyes of both the foreign and United States governments. You are now legally responsible for the welfare of your child, and can now claim your child as a dependent on your taxes. However, re-adoption is very strongly recommended.

In general, the children are very healthy. They integrate well into families, and do well throughout their lives. Long-term studies have shown that adopted children do as well or better in life than children in biological families.

When problems are seen in adoption, they are frequently associated with private individuals (facilitators), attorneys, or orphanages that are able to directly match specific children with pre-adoptive families. These parties have the opportunity to make vast amounts of money by the standards of their country in this process.

One of the most stressful times for any family adopting internationally can be the home study. The adoptive parents want to present themselves well, and to be presented well by their home study provider. At the end of each home study, the home study provider makes a recommendation as a part of the Home Study Pre-Placement Report.

An overview of the various program restrcitions, waits times, travel requirments and other information important when adopting through Americans Adopting Orphans.

These physicians may review referral information, photos, and videos of children assigned to families for international adoption. Some charge for this service, some do not. If you request, you may find that one of these physicians would be willing to continue to follow your child as their health care provider.