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The Adoption Process
How to Adopt a Child to a New Family

Hopeful adoptive parents and prospective birth parents often face very different challenges, emotions and decisions. One thing many have in common as they begin to explore adoption is wondering how the process works.

Thoughts From a Birth Mother

Adoptive Parents: Near or Far? — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

November 29, 2019A prospective birth mother can choose a waiting family in her state or an adoptive family who lives out of state, depending on where she wants her baby to grow up. Birth mother Lindsay discusses the pros and cons of each option.

How to Know Adoptive Parents are “The Ones” — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

November 15, 2019Fairy tales can come true for any prospective birth mother looking for the perfect adoptive family — for her child and for herself. Learn how to find your perfect adoptive family match here.

Time Heals All Wounds, Except Choosing Adoption — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

August 16, 2019Birth mother Lindsay evaluates a research study conducted to learn about how time influences a birth mother's satisfaction in her adoption decision.

Thoughts From a Birth Mother

Adoptive Parents: Near or Far? — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

November 29, 2019A prospective birth mother can choose a waiting family in her state or an adoptive family who lives out of state, depending on where she wants her baby to grow up. Birth mother Lindsay discusses the pros and cons of each option.

How to Know Adoptive Parents are “The Ones” — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

November 15, 2019Fairy tales can come true for any prospective birth mother looking for the perfect adoptive family — for her child and for herself. Learn how to find your perfect adoptive family match here.

Time Heals All Wounds, Except Choosing Adoption — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

August 16, 2019Birth mother Lindsay evaluates a research study conducted to learn about how time influences a birth mother's satisfaction in her adoption decision.

The Latest Adoption News

The Story Behind the ReMoved Anthology Project

January 17, 2020A new anthology collection shares the stories of hundreds of former and current foster youth. We talked with co-creator Christina Matanick to learn the story behind the project.

Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing LGBT-Discrimination in Adoption

January 16, 2020A new bill out of Tennessee will allow child-placing agencies to refuse placements with LGBT parents on a basis of “religious freedom.” The governor has said he plans to sign the bill upon its arrival at his office.

Republic of Congo Joins Hague Convention Countries

January 10, 2020This year, the Republic of Congo will become the 102nd country to enter the Hague Adoption Convention. The U.S. State Department is currently determining whether adoptions from this country will become available to American citizens.

Adoption in the 2010s: The Biggest Changes We’ve Seen This Decade

December 30, 2019The 2010s was a big decade for adoption, with many major changes to the industry. Here, we look back on some of these big moments over the last 10 years and look forward to what the next 10 years will bring us.

The Latest Adoption News

The Story Behind the ReMoved Anthology Project

January 17, 2020A new anthology collection shares the stories of hundreds of former and current foster youth. We talked with co-creator Christina Matanick to learn the story behind the project.

Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing LGBT-Discrimination in Adoption

January 16, 2020A new bill out of Tennessee will allow child-placing agencies to refuse placements with LGBT parents on a basis of “religious freedom.” The governor has said he plans to sign the bill upon its arrival at his office.

Republic of Congo Joins Hague Convention Countries

January 10, 2020This year, the Republic of Congo will become the 102nd country to enter the Hague Adoption Convention. The U.S. State Department is currently determining whether adoptions from this country will become available to American citizens.

Adoption in the 2010s: The Biggest Changes We’ve Seen This Decade

December 30, 2019The 2010s was a big decade for adoption, with many major changes to the industry. Here, we look back on some of these big moments over the last 10 years and look forward to what the next 10 years will bring us.

Adoption in Each State

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Featured Articles

Adoptive Parents: Near or Far? — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

How to Know Adoptive Parents are “The Ones” — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

Time Heals All Wounds, Except Choosing Adoption — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

Adoptive Parents: Near or Far? — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

How to Know Adoptive Parents are “The Ones” — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

Time Heals All Wounds, Except Choosing Adoption — Thoughts from a Birth Mother

The Latest Adoption News

The Story Behind the ReMoved Anthology Project

Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing LGBT-Discrimination in Adoption

Republic of Congo Joins Hague Convention Countries

Adoption in the 2010s: The Biggest Changes We’ve Seen This Decade

The Latest Adoption News

The Story Behind the ReMoved Anthology Project

Tennessee Passes Bill Allowing LGBT-Discrimination in Adoption

Republic of Congo Joins Hague Convention Countries

Adoption in the 2010s: The Biggest Changes We’ve Seen This Decade

Adoption in Each State

Pregnant and
considering adoption?

Considering growing your family
through adoption?