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American Adoptions was founded by Ted, Susan and their son Scott, a family who understands both the heartbreak and the hope behind adoption.

After experiencing eight miscarriages and a stillbirth, Ted and Susan finally became parents through adoption. The joy of that experience inspired them to give back. For more than a decade, they fostered over 150 newborns and worked with an adoption agency to help other families experience the same happiness.

But when they discovered that the agency was acting unethically, taking donations to skip waitlists and withholding medical information from families, they spoke up. Their actions led the state of Kansas to shut down the agency, and in that moment, a new mission was born.

A New Agency for a Better Adoption Experience

American Adoptions was founded to ensure every family could build their future with honesty, safety, and compassion.

Today, after more than 13,000 successful adoptions, that mission continues:

To protect families, support birth parents, and help every child find a loving home.

To give couples the joy of tiny footsteps and bedtime stories.
To give children a life filled with love and opportunity.
To honor adoptees and the positive impact of adoption.

We believe every family deserves a chance to grow, and every child deserves a loving home. That’s why we started this agency: to bring hope to those longing for a family of their own.

Your Journey, Our Plan: A Personalized Approach

Who Truly Understands What You’re Going Through?

Adoption is a profound and transformative journey filled with hope, challenges and deeply personal moments. We understand the weight of these emotions because many of us have walked this path ourselves.

We’re not just here to support you—we’re here to walk beside you, every step of the way.

What Makes Us Different?

Firsthand Experience – Our team includes individuals who have personally experienced adoption.
Real-Time Support – No waiting for answers. When you call or text, we answer.
Streamlined Processes – Protecting your time and keeping your journey on track.

The Experience You Deserve

Fewer Voicemails, Faster Responses, Quicker Solutions.
Clear, Transparent Steps Designed for Your Peace of Mind.
Trust, Clarity, and Connection at Every Stage.

Why Our Team’s Size and Expertise Matter

Can a Larger Agency Still Provide Personalized Care?

Because of our deeply rooted connection to family-building, we are committed to providing a safe and successful experience. Broader outreach, decades of experience and expertise and complete support services from start to finish allow us to be there every step of the way and share the journey with our adoptive families and pregnant parents.

As one quote says, “It is not a single person, but a collective of hearts and minds, that turns dreams into reality.”

What Sets Us Apart?

204 team members dedicated to meeting your unique needs.
62 office locations (and growing) to provide accessible, hands-on support.
A nationwide presence ensuring a smoother surrogacy process for intended parents.

Our size enables us to provide you with the resources you need to serve you better, while our focus remains on what matters most: your family.

Why Experience and Qualifications Count

How Many Families Have We Helped?

Over 13,000 families and counting. In over 40 years, we’ve turned dreams into reality for thousands. But the numbers tell only part of the story.

What Truly Sets Us Apart?

Expertise honed through decades of experience.
A deep understanding of adoption complexities.
An unwavering commitment to guiding you every step of the way.

Your journey to parenthood is personal. Your support should be, too.

Let us help you take the next step toward your dream of family.

Contact Us Today
1-800-ADOPTION (1-800-236-7846)
adoptions@americanadoptions.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to retain our own attorney?

No, American Adoptions has established relationships with some of the best adoption attorneys in the nation. Because adoption laws vary from state to state and between counties, it is important to utilize the services of an adoption attorney who specializes in the state where the adoption will finalize, which is unknown until you match with an expectant mother. You have the right to retain your own attorney, but doing so may be an additional, unnecessary expense.

Can we choose the gender of our baby?

American Adoptions does not allow gender specificity in adoption. Any family who wishes to be gender-specific in their adoption should contact us at 1-800-ADOPTION and ask about the possibility of an exception waiver before taking any other steps toward adoption with our agency. Any families who do receive an exception to be gender-specific may also incur an additional fee, which helps cover the additional advertising costs of such a request.

Please note that gender specificity will likely increase your wait time significantly.

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