Forum: General Adoption Discussion

Hello, My wife and I adopted our niece 3 years ago- she's now 11. Her birth mother could not take care of her at the time due to legal issues. We all thought those issues would be ongoing for years, but she was able to resolve them, and is now doing great! We have always encouraged our niece...

Hi everyone, I am new to the group and seeking to adopt. Thanks for everyone's contributions to the posts, I have found them to be very helpful and informative. I have a history of depression. Been on and off medications for many years. I have been off medication for a few months and am fine...

My wife and I are looking in Los Angeles, California for Adoption Attorneys or Adoption Agencies Open to the 49+ Adoptive parents. Can anyone give me some good referrals? We would greatly appreciate it, C&B

Hi, My wife and I are looking at adopting from the following countries: Vietnam Thailand Taiwan Philippines Korea (though, I understand they are closing)

Hello, My wife and I are just starting down the path of adoption. We are looking to adopt internationally, specifically East Asia. One concern we have is assessing the reputation of particular adoption agencies. I have two questions for which I would greatly appreciate any feedback: 1) Can...

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Ok, before I ask let me explain. My sister got pregnant, then married, and now divorced. Her ex wants to give up rights to the baby girl (she is 7months old); however, the judge will not allow this unless there is a "father" figure to adopt the child. That being said, and for the safety of the...

We are looking at dissolving an adoption in Texas. Is this possible? How to find an attorney to handle this? Please, no flames, its a long story I'd rather not give all of the identifying details. My son has a major case of RAD and we've exhausted our resources. The only real option for us...

I am seeking help with a adult adoption, I can not afford a attorney and was told this is a fairly easy process since we are both adults. Just need to know if there is any free help we can get with looking over the paperwork before I submit it to the courts.

I need help. My brother and his wife adopted 3 children (siblings) 10 years ago, unfortunately the marriage broke down after 3 years. He has always been there for his children however he suffered a serious accident at work and due to drugs and physical incapacity has been unable to fulfill his...

I apologise if this is a "touchy" subject. But I've been struggling to concieve for over five years. I'm not comfortable with ivf, invetro ect (although have no issues with those that do, just not a good option for me personaly)....and so of course family have mentioned "adoption". I absolutely...

Now she is trying to get me to adopt her son. I have been the boys father for 13 years. I His biologicalfather dad will not acknowledge him.Questions I have are 1. He is sixteen he doesn't know he is not mine. Will he have to appear in front of the judge? 2Will I then be obligated to pay support...

Who do you tell that your children are adopted? I've gotten comments about how my daughter looks so much like me and I don't know what to say! I usually just agree and change the subject, but my son who doesn't look like me (or my husband) doesn't get the same treatment. People also seem to want an...

I see we have some new members and wanted to welcome everyone to the site! I'm an adoptive mom to a sibling group of 3 sons & a daughter. We've been a family now for 9 years and they are keeping me busy for sure!:D Looking forward to meeting you and joining in the discussions. Adoption...

Hi. I don't know where to start. I'm 18 years old. When I was younger I found out I was adopted. I'm looking for my birth mother. I was born on June 28th, 1990 at 1:26 am in the UCONN Health Center in Farmington, CT. My given name is Casandra. My mom was 14 when she had me so that would make her...

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As an adult adoptee recently in reunion, I was wondering how other adoptees handle their reunions? Happy, sad, confused? There are so many feelings that have surfaced. Any one have some experiences to share?

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Can someone please tell me how we go about adopting our grandson who is now 11, we have had him since birth a and have legal custody of him since he was born. The father when we received custody the judge put in our papers that the father would have no financial responsibility or contact. He lives...