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The Benefits of Contact with the Birth Parents

More than 9 out of every 10 women request contact with the adoptive parents. For this reason, we require adoptive families to be accepting of an open adoption. Read on to learn why we believe open adoptions are so important and how they benefit adoptive families.




Adopt a Baby with American Adoptions

The path to adopt a baby is not always a straightforward, but it can be beautiful. In this article you can get information on whether infant adoption is a good fit for you and how American Adoptions can help you along the way.




The Differences Between Private and Foster Adoption

The two most common ways to adopt in the U.S. are domestic infant adoption and foster care adoption. If you are hopeful parents thinking about adoption, you should carefully consider the pros and cons of each. This guide is an honest look at the two options.




A Guide to Transracial Adoption

Transracial adoption is a beautiful way to start a family. Here are several things to consider if you are thinking about starting your family through transracial adoption or placing a child with parents of another race.




Is International Adoption Risky?

Is international adoption risky? The short answer is yes, it can be — but it is up to each family to decide whether those risks are worth it to them. Here, learn about some of the international adoption risks and realities you need to be aware of.




Adoption Home Study

Adoption Home Study Process

Learn what a home study is and why you need one to adopt a child.

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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.

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Home Studies: State by State

Find a qualified professional in your state to complete your home study.

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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.

Additional Resources

Adoption Newsletter

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Famous Adoptions

Learn which famous Hollywood actors, sports stars, politicians and other icons have been touched by adoption.

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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.

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