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Alternatives to Adoption

For both families considering placing a child and those considering adding to their families, traditional adoption is only one alternative. Others include surrogacy, embryo adoption, guardianship, and even cloning.

Embryo Adoption

New programs allow previously frozen or made-to-order embryos to be legally adopted. Learn about the mechanics, common questions, and issues, including ethical, legal, and religious considerations.... [more]

Embryo Adoption Revisited

As stem cell research takes the international spotlight, the related issue of embryo adoption, with its own controversies, is being discussed by government leaders. From William L. Pierce, PhD. ... [more]

Legal Options for Caregivers

When substitute care for children is needed, options include adoption, guardianship, legal custody, and others. Learn what each involves and state restrictions.... [more]

Social Surrogacy

Too busy to have a baby? Don't want those unsightly stretch marks? Surrogacy is no longer just for those with medical issues.... [more]

Surrogacy - How Does It Work?

Surrogacy is an alternative choice to traditional adoption. Here's what you need to know.... [more]

The Cloning Option

It's not a bargain, the risks are enormous, and there are no guarantees, but for some, cloning is their method of choice for building a family.... [more]