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Domestic Adoption - US - Private - Public - Independent

domestic adoption

Resources and information for those interested in domestic adoption in the U.S., from public and private agencies, and through independent adoption. Includes locating prospective birth parents, foster parent adoption, adoption by relatives, and more.

Adopting a Waiting Child
The steps to adopting a waiting child in the U.S. foster care system are similar to those in private agency and independent adoption, with some important differences. A step-by-step guide.

Newborn/Infant Adoption
Resources for those pursuing domestic U.S. newborn or infant (birth to 2 years) adoption. Includes information about adoption attorneys, agencies, birthparent interaction, risks, breastfeeding, and more.

Foster Parent Adoption
Making the move to permanency involves some paperwork and some new procedures and considerations. Evaluate your readiness, and find information about the process and how to get started.

Interstate Adoption
The Internet has brought together geographically distant children and families, and a resulting increase in interstate adoptions. Learn about the two agreements between states that affect these adoptions: ICPC and ICAMA.

Photolistings
Learn about photolistings of waiting children, where they are, and how to use them.

Relinquishment, Consent, & Time to Revoke
What you need to know about relinquishment papers, including when they can be signed, any time allowances to rescind, and reasons the court may allow revocation.

Stepparent/Kinship/Grandparent Adoption
Stepparent and kinship adoption are the most common forms of adoption, and grandparents are joining the ranks of adoptive parents more frequently. Find resources and information about procedures, legal obligations, and requirements.

>> The Basics
Check the basics for information about the homestudy, child health and development, legal, financial, and agency considerations, and more.
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