Adoption FAQs

Dr.Loretta

I'm putting these together in one post so the Bump can put them at the top of the board. Enjoy!

Where do I start?

How much does it cost to adopt?

What are the different types of adoption, and what are their pros and cons?

How long does adoption take?

What kinds of requirements are there to adopt a child?

Can birthmoms or adoptees post on this board?

I'm considering foster care. What information can you give me to get started?

Adoption/adoption board terminology/abbreviations

Resources on drug/alcohol exposure and its effect on children

firefightersgal

Thank you so much!  I posted some here several months ago, but we recently made the decision to seek adoption.  This will be very helpful to me and any other 'newbies'.

thirdrailmiche

Thank you for putting this together!  I am sure I will be looking over some of these (the last 3 come to mind) multiple times for resources. 

PSmuga

Thanks for the info, very helpful!

amberfernandez

Great job!  Thanks for doing this for the board!