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Birthfathers and Adoption

Biological fathers have rights and responsibilities in an adoption plan. Learn what to expect in adoption proceedings and what to do if you choose to parent.... [more]

Custody Issues in Stepfamilies

Building a stepfamily means dealing with custody issues and everything they involve. Information, resources, and articles about custody and visitation.... [more]

For Non-Custodial Parents

Non-custodial parents need support and information related to their issues and their participation in their children's lives. Find sites here to help.... [more]

Pre-Birth Relinquishment

As Colorado considers an amendment to its adoption law to 'accelerate' and 'expedite' the relinquishment process, the debate heats up over whether relinquishment should be allowed before the child is born.... [more]

Relinquishing Parental Rights

State laws differ widely on when and how parental rights can be relinquished, and the period of time when placing parents can change their minds. Here's what you need to know about relinquishment of parental rights, consent to adoption, and the time to revoke.... [more]

Risk in Adoption

The possibility a hoped-for adoption will not go through is a risk faced by most adopting parents. Learn about risk in adoption, what it means, and how to evaluate your own situation.... [more]

What Birthfathers Don't Know Hurts Everyone
Excluding birthfathers from the adoption process can have serious consequences.

Unwed Fathers: Preventing Your Infant Child from Being Adopted without Your Consent
Unwed fathers can prevent their children from being adopted without their consent.

Birthfathers: The Forgotten Half of the Story
"Biological fathers get short shrift in fairy tales and real life. But their exclusion can have legal and emotional consequences.' A great article by Eliza Newlin Carney for Adoptive Families.

Expectant Fathers' Rights
Information on the rights of expectant fathers, birth grandparents, and expectant mothers, from The Cradle adoption agency.

Paternity Information Page
An explanation of paternity, how to claim it, and what that means.

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