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What is Adoption? - Articles What Is Adoption? What Are Adoptive Families? [And How to Become One in 5 Steps] What Are Birth Parents? 5 Things to Know If You're Adopted More Contact Us Contact Us Call 1-800-ADOPTION Pregnant and would like more info We are looking to adopt a child My Account Get Free Info close menu Get Free Info Get Free Info Call 1-800-ADOPTION Pregnant? American Adoptions Pregnant? American Adoptions Adopt Adopt Explore Contact My Account Get Started Adoption can be an amazing way to start or grow your family. It is a beautiful, life-changing journey. But, adoption can also be challenging. There are complicated steps to complete, nuanced laws to follow, and difficult emotions to navigate. You can overcome these challenges and fulfill your dreams with our support. Starting a family is one of life’s most important moments. You deserve the best experience on your way there. From start to finish, you can feel supported, safe and confident. At the end, you’ll hear those words you’ve been waiting for so long to hear, “mom” or “dad.” Click here to get more information and schedule a free consultation with an Adoption Coordinator. Click here to join our agency now. Let’s fulfill your dreams of starting a family, together. Free Adoption Information To receive free information about American Adoptions, our services and our adoption programs, please complete our online form. . . . read more Join Now Join American Adoptions and begin your adoption journey today. . . . read more Domestic Adoption Situations View current adoption situations at American Adoptions, including babies in immediate need of an adoptive family. . . . read more Pregnant? Are you considering placing a baby for adoption? 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The Benefits of Contact with the Birth Parents . . . more articles Adoptive Family Resources Understanding Adoption Disruption Adoption Seminars and Events American Adoptions' Newsletter . . . more articles Adoption Wait Times How Long Does Adoption Take? Average Time to Adopt a Child Domestic Adoption Timeline . . . more articles Adoption To really understand adoption, you first have to know what it is, how it works, and what it means to the people involved. We cover all the basics here. . . . read more TOP ARTICLES Adoption Home Study Frequently Asked Questions Additional Resources Adoption Home Study ADOPTION HOME STUDY PROCESS Learn what a home study is and why you need one to adopt a child. Read More HOME STUDY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS While adoption home studies vary slightly from agency to agency and state to state, there are several key elements that are almost always included in every home study. Read More HOME STUDIES: STATE BY STATE Find a qualified professional in your state to complete your home study. Read More Frequently Asked Questions DO WE NEED TO RETAIN OUR OWN ATTORNEY? No, American Adoptions has established relationships with some of the best adoption attorneys in the nation. Because adoption laws vary from state to state and between counties, it is important to utilize the services of an adoption attorney who specializes in the state where the adoption will finalize, which is unknown until you match with an expectant mother. You have the right to retain your own attorney, but doing so may be an additional, unnecessary expense. CAN WE CHOOSE THE GENDER OF OUR BABY? American Adoptions does not allow gender specificity in adoption. Any family who wishes to be gender-specific in their adoption should contact us at 1-800-ADOPTION and ask about the possibility of an exception waiver before taking any other steps toward adoption with our agency. Any families who do receive an exception to be gender-specific may also incur an additional fee, which helps cover the additional advertising costs of such a request. Please note that gender specificity will likely increase your wait time significantly. Read More Additional Resources ADOPTION NEWSLETTER Did you know that American Adoptions offers a free bi-weekly e-newsletter? Sign up today to keep up-to-date on the latest in adoption news and information. Sign Up FAMOUS ADOPTIONS Learn which famous Hollywood actors, sports stars, politicians and other icons have been touched by adoption. Read More ADOPTION GLOSSARY Do adoption terms and phrases leave you feeling confused? Learn the meaning to key adoption words and phrases with our comprehensive adoption glossary. Read More TED MARS' ADOPTION STORY Ted Mars, father of American Adoptions' founder Scott Mars, shares how adoption changed his world in ways he could have never imagined. 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