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Infant, Toddler, or Older Child?

Hello, I am a single woman of 24 years old who is starting the process of adoption. However, I am not sure if I should start with an infant, a…
- Posted by aamhp1 to New to Adoption on May 17, 2013 at 9:17pm | 3 Comments | Post a reply
Fost Adopt vs Private Open Adoption

Hello, My husband and I are trying to do our due diligence in our path to our first time Adoption. This process can be overwhelming. So here goes: We are…
- Posted by IWANNAADOPT2013 to New to Adoption on May 16, 2013 at 6:59pm | 10 Comments | Post a reply
Old House, Not Too Kid Friendly...Stressed About Home Study

I e-mailed our home study agency yesterday, and they told me that once our (extensive!) paperwork is submitted, they expect that our home study can be complete within 6 weeks.…
- Posted by OurHappyLife to New to Adoption on May 16, 2013 at 5:31pm | 11 Comments | Post a reply
Taking Time Off Work

I recently started a job a little over 7 months ago. I had a solid performance appraisal. I am a little nervous about having to take time off on very…
- Posted by Matt74 to New to Adoption on May 15, 2013 at 2:30am | 6 Comments | Post a reply
Unknown/Undisclosed Birthfather Situations

Hi everybody, So, I have come to the conclusion that I am not really comfortable with unknown or undisclosed birthfather situations. I am also definitely uncomfortable with situations in which…
- Posted by OurHappyLife to New to Adoption on May 13, 2013 at 6:29pm | 25 Comments | Post a reply
"Order of Operations" (application, home study, loan?)

My husband and I are just starting out, and we need some advice on how to get things going. First, we know we will need a loan to finance our…
- Posted by OurHappyLife to New to Adoption on May 07, 2013 at 11:12am | 13 Comments | Post a reply
Toddler Adoption.

My husband and I are looking to adopt a toddler. Any info, websites or tips on where to start? We already have 2 children and want to open our hearts…
- Posted by Etoups to New to Adoption on Apr 28, 2013 at 7:27pm | 4 Comments | Post a reply
What to ask for in subsidy?

We’re being asked by my new daughter’s agency how much we would like in subsidy prior to the adoption being finalized. I have no idea what amount to ask for. …
- Posted by AuntieAmo to New to Adoption on Apr 26, 2013 at 10:18am | 0 Comments | Post a reply
Older Couple - Domestic or International?

I am 41, and my wife is 45. We’ve been married only two and a half years, and we are concerned that our options are running out. For international adoption,…
- Posted by future_dad to New to Adoption on Apr 24, 2013 at 1:54am | 10 Comments | Post a reply
Child Care Laws for children in foster care/being adopted

We’ve just been selected as a forerver family for a 10 year old girl who is coming from foster care. The adoption won’t be finalized for at least another 6…
- Posted by AuntieAmo to New to Adoption on Apr 23, 2013 at 11:41pm | 2 Comments | Post a reply
Non parent custody

My husband and I of 12 years have been given the opportunity to take custody of a friends 5 year old. She is the grandparent and has had sole custody…
- Posted by TwylaF to New to Adoption on Apr 22, 2013 at 7:59pm | 0 Comments | Post a reply
Non parent custody

My husband and I of 12 years have been given the opportunity to take custody of a friends 5 year old. She is the grandparent and has had sole custody…
- Posted by TwylaF to New to Adoption on Apr 22, 2013 at 7:59pm | 1 Comment | Post a reply
Non parent custody

My husband and I of 12 years have been given the opportunity to take custody of a friends 5 year old. She is the grandparent and has had sole custody…
- Posted by TwylaF to New to Adoption on Apr 22, 2013 at 7:59pm | 5 Comments | Post a reply
seeking to interview a-parents w/diseases, disabilities, conditions

Hi, all! I’m an adoptive mom of three and a freelance writer. I’m writing an article about adoptive parents who have disabilities, diseases, or conditions that prompted them to choose…
- Posted by mamaof2browngirls to New to Adoption on Apr 16, 2013 at 6:58pm | 1 Comment | Post a reply
Hello again - my update

Hi, I posted on here the beginning of February. We had a 4 yr old & a 2 yr old placed with us & I was struggling with the change…
- Posted by Joanne12 to New to Adoption on Apr 13, 2013 at 3:40pm | 15 Comments | Post a reply
Birth Certificates and Home Study?

We will probably be doing our home study this summer, and I was trying to figure out what I can do now to help keep things moving. I’ve heard that…
- Posted by ArizonaGirl to New to Adoption on Apr 11, 2013 at 2:50pm | 10 Comments | Post a reply
What factors helped YOU choose your agency?

If you read my other post, then you already know I’m pretty overwhelmed and very confused by this whole process (or at least the initial stage in choosing an agency). …
- Posted by HoldingOnToHope to New to Adoption on Apr 05, 2013 at 1:53pm | 3 Comments | Post a reply
Overwhelmed and ver confused

My husband and I want to begin the process for a domestic newborn adoption. However, I’m just completely confused by it all. We want to work with an agency that…
- Posted by HoldingOnToHope to New to Adoption on Apr 04, 2013 at 6:17pm | 13 Comments | Post a reply
Profile Questions

We are just beginning the domestic adoption process. We recently signed up with a consultant, and they suggested that we do our profile digitally. I was wondering how we will…
- Posted by ArizonaGirl to New to Adoption on Mar 26, 2013 at 5:24pm | 9 Comments | Post a reply
Hoping to Adopt in WV

We have looked into the Children’s Home Society of WV, but we are looking for a low cost agency. Suggestions?
- Posted by Dalbright to New to Adoption on Mar 26, 2013 at 12:04am | 0 Comments | Post a reply