Adopting, all there is to know?

Question

How do i go about adopting a child.

It would be a dream come true 2 adopt a baby/child, and i jus wondered how you go about it and what is involved.

also how old do you need 2 be 2 adopt and do you need qualifications in childcare or childcare experiance. i need to know all the ins and outs on adopting.

Please help. ♥

Answer 1

You should start by researching "ethical adoptions"

Some questions you will need to answer:

What type of adoption are you considering?  Foster, International, domestic, etc.

What age are you considering? newborn, toddler, older child.

Please check out the website www.informedadoptions.com

This site is made up of primarily adoptive parents and would be able to answer specific questions you will have.

Answer 2

no u dnt have to have qualifications but u do need to be old enough i cnt remeber exactly and u will have checks done on u to make sure u r capable.

I am 13 and adopted so GO FOR IT it will change a kids life forever i was adopted at 10 so i was so grateful if u really want to make a diffrence adopt a kid not a baby as usually us lot have gone through h**l like abuse b4. Dont rush it though. And be sure u get on the kid or baby b4 me and my adoption paretns get on brill but they r bossy

Answer 3

www.godparent.org

i was adopted from the godparent home in lynchburg virginia

they have a really good screening process that makes sure the baby is going into a good home, and you can keep in touch while your child is growing up. they have reunion picnics and such for the adopted children and adoptive parents, and thats great because you get to meet other adopted children. they also are very helpful when the child is ready to find out about their past.

Answer 4

Read "The Primal Wound" by Nancy Verrier.

Answer 5

We adopted a 5 year old and her 1 year old brother in 2003.

It required about one year from the start of training to the point our home study was completed.

It took several more months before our family was matched with children.

We were selected the first time we were taken to "committee" and the actual transition happened just about two years from the day we started the process of adoption.

It was another 11 months before the adoptions were finalized.

Everything that you have done will make a difference on you home study and when being considered as the best placement for children. Any efforts you make to educate yourself, or gain experience in dealing with children will only add to your home study.

The age and qualifications of the adoptive parents (especially if you are interested in sibling adoptions from the state) depend on the Child and the state's requirements.

The best way to learn the ins and outs is to contact your local children's services or department of human services and ask for information about foster care and adoption. Then get involved with your local area Foster Parents and Adoptive Parents support groups.

Answer 6

Maybe look an the web

I know my step brother was adopted and it took my step dad 2 years to adopt him but apart from that im not very sure!

Good Luck anyways!

Answer 7

I am only 11 but my aunt adopted a child from Ethiopia (Africa) and it worked great she and my grandma and other aunt went and stayed in Ethiopia for about one week. I know That my aunt had to do A LOT of paperwork and they all had to  have several shots. I think you have to be at least 18 but I am not sure. Here are some good info. sites

http://www.adopting.com/index.shtml

http://www.adopting.org/

http://adopting.adoption.com/

http://www.theadoptionguide.com/

hope these help

Answer 8

well its great u are adopting just be sure u are really ready for it. i know paper signing and inspection i believe is needed. and ur id. this is a great question heres a star * good luck i hoped i helped.

Answer 9

I just got a packet for free from the Dave Thomas foundation. Go to their site and order a packet. It has great info (all you need to get started) and lots of links to other info!

http://www.davethomasfoundationforadopti...

Good luck! :)

Answer 10

Every state is different.  Here is a great resource for you:

http://www.AdoptingOnline.com

It's a book that has a TON of info including over 1,200 references.  My copy has been well worth the $.  It's kind of ratty looking now I've used it so much! LOL

Answer 11

I know this isn't the answer you want to hear but I do know that if you look through your local yellow pages you should be able to find your local adoption center and they will have all the answers and will be able to quide you through the process and find your perfect match.

Answer 12

its super expencive