Books on Adopting (General)
These books are targeted to those approaching adoption to help witih the decision-making process, and understanding policies, procedures, and issues for both domestic and international adoptions.
1)The Complete Idiot's Guide to Adoption The author walks her readers through procedures, issues and sensitive questions using clear language and a well-organized format. The book includes post-adoption concerns, and several resource lists.
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2)Stepparent Adoption: A Resource Book (eBook) A comprehensive guide to laws, procedures, and much more. Adopting a stepchild isn't just about the process - it's also about relationships, and Tim O'Hanlon's ebook gives families much-needed information about complexities that may arise in obtaining consent from the absent parent, grandparent visitation, and most importantly, the effect on their children and things to prepare for as they move through the process.
Click here to buy 3)Adopting After Infertility This book fits right into the gap between acknowledging infertility and making the decision to adopt. It helps readers find the answers to hard questions within themselves and move on through the decision-making process.
Click here to buy 4)Our Own: Adopting and Parenting the Older Child For those considering domestic or international adoption of an older child, this book is a great resource for before, during, and after the adoption process.
Click here to buy 5)The Adoption Resource Book Updated several times since its first publication in 1984, this is a must for adopting parents. It is an accurate, factual, and comprehensive guide to various alternatives, agencies, laws, homestudies, and more.
Click here to buy 6)The Whole Life Adoption Book An excellent introduction to most aspects of adoption, focusing on successful family building, the emotional issues involved, and avoiding expectations.
Click here to buy 7)Toddler Adoption: The Weaver's Craft Adopting a child age 1-3 presents its own unique challenges. How to prepare yourself and help your child through the transition.
Click here to buy 8)Adopting on Your Own: Guide to Adopting as a Single Parent The book discusses, in excellent detail, the decision-making process necessary for any single person considering adoption.
Click here to buy 9)Is Adoption For You? This book covers the very important steps leading to a decision to adopt. It defines terms and explores myths, and walks the reader through a self-examination as it discusses the various types of adoption and their issues.
Click here to buy 10)There ARE Babies to Adopt For those seeking to adopt a baby (newborn to two years), this book covers the elements of who, how, when, and how much with sometimes uncomfortable frankness, and offers ideas and new resources to help prospective parents stay focused and positive.
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